India: Afghan embassy, consulates remain operational
India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed the Afghan embassy in New Delhi remains operational.
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The national chess team of Afghanistan has left for Chennai, India to participate in the World chess Olympiad, National Olympic Committee said on Wednesday.
