11.   The Taliban militia, however, has banned celebrations on its territory, saying the festivities are against Islam.

12.   This year, an embattled President Suharto banned the celebration of Chinese New Year in hotels and other public places for fear of inciting riots.

13.   Election-related celebrations are banned till next Tuesday.

14.   The Taliban banned New Year celebrations during their puritanical five-year rule.

15.   Under election law, political celebrations are banned till next Tuesday.

16.   It will also be the first parade in Kabul for six years as such celebrations were banned by the Taliban.