UK, US, Australia ask citizens to stay away from Kabul airport over terror attack threat
Those who have gathered outside the Kabul airport have been advised to move to a safe location immediately, the advisory said. The UK, the US and Australia have warned people against travelling to Kabul airport due to a “very high threat of a terrorist attack”. Those who have gathered outside the airport have been advised to... Read More
List of countries Indians can now visit at the moment
India has continued to put a ban on international commercial flights. International flights are allowed to operate to and from countries with which India has bilateral air bubble agreements Several countries have eased travel restrictions as Covid cases wane in India. However, not every country has relaxed Covid-19 travel rules, some have added additional restrictions.... Read More
Vijay Mallya files for permission to appeal against bankruptcy in UK high court
Fugitive Indian businessman Vijay Mallya has filed papers in the UK high court seeking permission to appeal against his bankruptcy order. Mallya (65) was declared bankrupt by the insolvency and companies court (ICC) of the high court on July 26 this year. His name is now listed in the individual insolvency register. A spokesman for... Read More
India, Russia to assess Taliban actions before any recognition move
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi agree on the rise of Islamic radicalization in the region and are concerned overspread of terrorism by Taliban affiliated groups in Pakistan. Russia and India have decided to consult each other over the Taliban’s actions in Afghanistan and assess where there is any marked change in... Read More
India to be in Focus at G7 Meet on Afghanistan, with Pak Lurking in Shadows
The Afghanistan Challenge: India will be a crucial country for consultation at the G7 virtual meeting this week on Afghanistan. British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has already called India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss developments. Pakistan is seen as the key player, and power, behind the Taliban push. It will undoubtedly look to extract... Read More
UAE suspends visa-on-arrival service for Indian passengers with US, UK visas
UAE authorities have temporarily suspended issuing visas on arrival for Indian nationals with a visa or residence permit issued by the US, UK or an EU Member State, Etihad Airways said on Monday. “The UAE authorities have decided to temporarily suspend the visa-on-arrival facility for passengers who are arriving from or been in India in... Read More
Air India Announces Flights to London From Chennai, Kolkata, Booking Begins Tomorrow
International Flights: “Fly non-stop from Chennai to London with Air India! Before you plan your travel, please ensure eligibility regarding entry into your destination”, Air India said in a tweet. As the COVID situation in India has improved, the national carrier Air India has announced direct flights from Chennai to London, starting from Wednesday, August... Read More
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Nicola Sturgeon plea to Raab over Scot held in India
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called on Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to meet the family of a man held in an Indian prison for four years. Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, is being held under India’s anti-terror laws, accused of conspiring to murder a number of right-wing Hindu leaders. Mr Johal has previously said via... Read More
At least 146 evacuated people expected to reach India today
Qatar Airways flight QR578 with 30 Indian passengers reached Delhi from Doha at 1.55 am on Monday. Another Air India flight, AI 972, also reached Delhi from Doha, which includes a person coming from Afghanistan. In total, at least 146 people stranded in Afghanistan will reach India today. India Sunday evacuated 168 people, including 107... Read More