The concerns range from improper documentation for visas to evading local taxes and bypassing scrutiny by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

The Galwan clash on June 15, 2020, resulted in the deaths of 20 Indian soldiers, including Colonel Santosh Babu, as they resisted an attempt by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to encroach on Indian territory in East Ladakh. Unspecified numbers of Chinese soldiers also perished in the skirmish.

The centre will handle visa applications and issuance, streamlining the travel process for those seeking to visit Bangladesh.

RBI has restricted Visa and Mastercard from offering card based B2B payments to clampdown unauthorised digital transactions.

Sri Lanka aims to become a hassle-free holiday destination for Indians, allowing them to easily enter the country, says Tourism and Lands, Sports, and Youth Affairs Minister Harin Fernando.

To enhance efficiency, the consular team consolidated most petition-based visa processing in Chennai and Hyderabad, ensuring minimal appointment wait times. A forthcoming pilot program in 2024 will further streamline visa renewal processes for eligible H1B holders in the United States, exemplifying ongoing efforts to optimize visa services.