India steps up efforts as nationals remain stranded in West Asia At the national level, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security Senior ministers, including
Gulf Indians face travel chaos and fear as Iran conflict intensifies With millions of Indians living across the Gulf, community leaders are appealing for calm, warning against rumours and advising everyone
Colonial-Era War Loan: Indian family seeks repayment from the UK after over a century Legal experts, however, note that such a case would face major hurdles, including limitation laws, sovereign immunity and complex jurisdictional
UK introduces mandatory eVisa for Indian travellers in fully digital border shift Companies are advised to prepare documents carefully and book biometric appointments early, particularly during the busy April to July travel
Taiwan steps up India push to attract premium travellers Nearly 47,000 Indians visited Taiwan in 2025, more than 20 per cent higher than in 2024 and above pre-pandemic levels
UK to introduce fully digital e-visas for Indian travellers from February 25 While the new system removes courier fees and the risk of lost documents, it places greater responsibility on travellers to
Italy overhauls citizenship process, centralising applications in Rome from 2029 The reform is significant for individuals and companies alike. Holding an Italian passport allows free work and travel across the
India secures new Basmati rice export deal with US after tariff cut The new deal highlights the potential benefits of the India–US trade agreement for the agricultural sector If more exporters follow
Indian-origin man jailed in Singapore for molesting young woman The court sentenced the accused Rai to five months in jail The victim’s name and the exact location of the
India seizes Iran-linked sanctioned oil tankers, steps up maritime surveillance By taking action against sanctioned vessels, India reinforces its commitment to maritime law, transparency in global trade, and regional security