Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:58am on 16 Sep 2026,Wednesday International
Kerala travel vlogger Arunima I P, known as Backpacker Arunima, was detained by Taliban members in Afghanistan’s Bamyan province while travelling alone, according to The Indian Express. She was reportedly held for several hours and questioned about travelling without a male companion or guide. Arunima had earlier posted an SOS seeking help and assistance in contacting the Indian Embassy. The Taliban members reportedly threatened to arrest her over alleged violations of local rules. She was later released and continued her journey. Arunima said she was safe and had not been formally arrested or taken to prison. (PC: The Indian Express)
