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India and Bangladesh restore full visa services after months of diplomatic chill
All Bangladesh visa centres in India are once again fully operational, reinstating business, tourist and medical visas after a five-month partial suspension. The change streamlines cross-border travel just ahead of peak Eid demand and removes a bottleneck for Indian firms managing supply-chain and project staff in Bangladesh.
China re-opens Kailash Mansarovar routes, clearing 1,000 Indian pilgrims for 2026 season
Beijing has authorised two routes for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, allowing 1,000 Indian pilgrims to travel to Tibet starting in June 2026. The decision ends a five-year suspension and requires group visas issued in Kathmandu, high-altitude health clearance and mandatory evacuation insurance.
Australian envoy highlights labour-mobility focus as Canberra and New Delhi eye deeper trade pact
Australia’s High Commissioner says the forthcoming ECTA-II will prioritise labour mobility, mutual recognition of qualifications and expanded visa options for Indian professionals. Faster skills recognition could ease deployments, while Australia seeks tariff concessions in return.
India Revises Visa Fees for Russian Nationals Applying in St Petersburg
India’s St Petersburg consulate has raised visa fees for Russian citizens, bringing charges in line with Moscow and affecting tour operators targeting the Russian market.