Pakistan, Oct. 11 -- The exclusion of women journalists from a press conference held by Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi sparked strong criticism in India. Opposition parties, media groups, and civil society condemned the move. Many viewed it as a clear example of gender discrimination. The event took place without any female journalists present, raising serious concerns about press freedom and women's rights in India.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for remaining silent. He said Indian women deserve equal participation in all fields. Gandhi added that the incident shows Modi is too weak to defend women's rights. His remarks gained support from several opposition figures. They ar...