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VFS Global launches six new Indian consular centres across Australia as visa services resume

Expanded network aims to improve access, reduce waiting times and strengthen passport and visa services for the Indian community PRAVASISAMWAD.COM

Supreme Court Upholds Order for Fresh Tender in UAE Indian Passport Services Row

MEA given three months to issue fresh bids as interim passport and visa services to continue PRAVASISAMWAD.COM India’s Supreme Court

Indian Passport Renewal Costs Rise in UAE as New Consular Service Changes Take Effect

Revised fees, new service provider and updated application procedures affect millions of Indian expatriates across the Emirates PRAVASISAMWAD.COM

15 Indian Tourists Killed After Boat Capsizes Near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island

Indian Embassy coordinates with Vietnamese authorities as rescue efforts continue and survivors receive treatment PRAVASISAMWAD.COM At least 15 Indian tourists

India Temporarily Restricts Passport and Visa Services in Kuwait Until July 19

Emergency consular assistance to continue while routine services remain suspended during temporary operational disruption PRAVASISAMWAD.COM India has temporarily restricted passport,

Indian Missions in UAE Take Direct Control of Passport and Visa Services During Transition

Free online appointment system introduced to ensure uninterrupted consular services for Indian community PRAVASISAMWAD.COM The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi

Karnataka Weighs Dedicated Ministry to Strengthen Support for Overseas Kannadigas

Proposal aims to improve welfare services, emergency assistance and investment links for the global Kannadiga community PRAVASISAMWAD.COM The Karnataka government

India Reopens Tourist Visa Services for Bangladesh After Nearly Two-Year Suspension

Large crowds gather at visa centres as New Delhi restores tourist visas, signalling a gradual return to normal cross-border travel

India Launches Fully Digital e-OCI Card, Simplifies Services for Overseas Indians

New system removes booklet reissue after age 20 and enables end-to-end online processing PRAVASISAMWAD.COM The Government of India has launched

Passport Application Fees to Rise Across India from July 1

Revised government fee structure will apply to fresh applications, renewals, Tatkal services and other passport-related facilities PRAVASISAMWAD.COM Applying for an