Persistent rain delayed the toss for the opening ODI between India and Afghanistan at Dharamshala’s HPCA Stadium. Weather conditions continue to threaten the start of play, with the three-match series serving as an important step in India’s World Cup preparations.
India upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to embassy status, pledging six new development projects and humanitarian aid. Talks with Afghan Foreign Minister Muttaqi focused on cross-border terrorism, trade, regional stability, and cooperation to combat Daesh
