
Mass rescue begins in Afghanistan after devastating earthquake
The death toll from the earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has risen to at least 800, and 2,800 are injured, according to a Taliban government spokesman.

The death toll from the earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has risen to at least 800, and 2,800 are injured, according to a Taliban government spokesman.

Domestic media outlets reported hearing the sound of ambulances in the area, although more details about the explosion were awaited.

An accused policeman has died during the trial.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned the attack on the Kabul Hotel, in which many people have suffered casualties.

Protests are going on continuously on behalf of SFI and DYFI in Karunamayi, Kolkata, capital of West Bengal.