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MEA Dismisses Rumours of Mass Evacuation Plan for Indian Workers in UAE
India’s foreign ministry on 11 May flatly denied media claims that it is negotiating an evacuation of Indian workers from the UAE through Fujairah, labelling the report ‘fake news’. The prompt clarification calms families and employers of the 3.5 million-strong Indian community in the Emirates and highlights the need for verified information in mobility planning.
Chinese Consulate Warns Nationals: Do Not Cross Nepal–India Border Without Visa
After a Chinese tourist was detained for illegally entering Bihar from Nepal, the Chinese Consulate in Kolkata on 11 May warned its citizens to avoid the open border without an Indian visa, highlighting India’s tough penalties for unlawful entry. The advisory underscores ongoing border-control sensitivities that affect travellers and corporate field staff alike.
UK updates India travel advisory: paper forms dropped as e-Arrival Card becomes sole entry document
The UK’s FCDO travel-advice page for India, updated on 10 May, confirms that only the online e-Arrival Card is now accepted—paper versions have been discontinued. British travellers must file the form within 72 hours before departure and present the QR code on arrival, or face delays and possible entry refusal.
Chinese traveller arrested after accidental Nepal–India border crossing; consulate issues warning
Indian border guards detained a Chinese citizen who crossed the Nepal–India border at an unmarked point on 10 May. China’s Kolkata consulate has warned its nationals to steer clear of the area, noting that inadvertent entry can still lead to imprisonment under Indian law. The episode underscores weak signage along the frontier and the need for travellers and employers to exercise caution.
Noida International Airport targets year-end launch of international flights after domestic start in June
Developers have confirmed that Noida International Airport will start domestic flights on 15 June 2026, with international routes planned for year-end once security approvals are finalised. The project is set to transform business-travel patterns in the Delhi-NCR region but still depends on last-mile rail connectivity.