Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:02am on 11 Oct 2025,Saturday International
A press conference held by Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi on October 10, 2025, sparked controversy as no women journalists were allowed to attend. The event, hosted at the Afghanistan Embassy, included only male journalists. The Indian government clarified it had no involvement in organizing the press meet, stating invitations were extended by the Afghan Consul General in Mumbai. The exclusion has drawn widespread criticism from political leaders, media professionals, and activists, highlighting ongoing concerns over women’s participation in journalism and international diplomatic events. (PC: NDTV)
