India launches Passport Seva V2.0 and chip-enabled e-Passports nationwide
India’s Global Capability Centres set to hit 2,400 by 2030 despite US H-1B squeeze
German consulate plans monthly visa camps in Thiruvananthapuram to ease Schengen backlog
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Visa-agent racket busted after four Gujarati migrants abducted in Iran
Gujarat police have arrested a Delhi visa agent who lured four migrants into an illegal Australia route via Iran, where they were abducted for ransom. The bust highlights rising visa fraud and the tougher penalties India’s new immigration bill imposes for forged documents and trafficking.
Security tightened at Delhi Airport; passengers advised to arrive early
Heightened security at IGI Airport is causing longer queues at immigration and security. DIAL recommends passengers arrive earlier and notes that some airlines have shifted check-in cut-offs. Businesses should adjust ground-transport schedules and alert employees on urgent travel.
Indian IT shares jump as Trump signals softer line on H-1B visas
Shares of Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra and peers popped after President Trump acknowledged America’s need for foreign talent, suggesting possible relief for the H-1B programme. The episode highlights how US visa rhetoric directly affects Indian firms’ mobility budgets and deployment strategies.
UK Tightens India Travel Advisory After Red Fort Car Bombing
The UK has updated its India travel advisory after the 10 November Red Fort car bombing, urging British nationals in Delhi to remain vigilant and follow local security instructions. The move could affect insurance coverage, corporate travel policies and winter tourist flows. Businesses with staff in the capital are reassessing itineraries and emergency-response plans.
Canada Visitor-Visa Wait Times for Indians Stretch to 99 Days as Backlog Tops 2.9 Lakh
New IRCC data show visitor-visa processing for Indian nationals has ballooned to 99 days, with super-visa waits at 169 days. The backlog is disrupting business travel, family visits and citizenship timelines, forcing companies to plan projects around lengthy lead times or shift meetings to alternative hubs.
IndiGo Issues Nationwide Airport Alert, Urges Passengers to Arrive Early After Delhi Blast
Following the Red Fort bombing, IndiGo is advising passengers to reach airports well in advance as BCAS imposes extra security checks nationwide. Longer queues could disrupt tight business itineraries and international connections, prompting corporate travel managers to adjust schedules.
Allahabad High Court Sets Four-Week Deadline for Passport Police Verification
The Allahabad High Court has mandated that police complete passport-verification reports within four weeks, calling delays a violation of the right to travel. The ruling is likely to accelerate passport issuance for Indian citizens and reduce lead times for overseas assignments.