The latest Henley Passport Index reveals a growing global mobility gap. Singapore leads with 192 visa-free destinations while Afghanistan trails with just 24. India ranks 80th with access to 55 countries.
India's passport ranking improves in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, reflecting enhanced global mobility. The index lists the world's most powerful passports.
Joysen Barua, a Bangladeshi monk, was arrested in Nagpur for forgery and possessing a fake passport. He also held valid Indian voter ID, PAN, Aadhaar, and ration cards, raising concerns about document fraud.
Germany announces visa-free transit for Indians at its airports, simplifying international connections. PM Modi thanks Chancellor Merz for boosting people-to-people ties.
In a major blow to Left-Wing Extremism, 63 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada. The group includes 36 with total rewards exceeding ₹1.19 crore. Read the full details.
Ghaziabad's passport office sets a new record, issuing over 3.5 lakh passports in 2025. Key initiatives like the Passport Mobile Van and Melas drive efficiency and reduce pendency for 13 UP districts.
Kolkata Police uncovers a major human trafficking ring using forged Indian passports for Bangladeshis. New verification protocols cause a backlog of over 20,000 applications. Details inside.
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
In a major blow to Naxalism, 26 cadres, including women, surrendered in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. The surrendered individuals carried a collective bounty of Rs 64 lakh. Read the full details.
Getting an Indian passport is now streamlined. Our 2025 guide covers online application, fees, police verification, and expert tips for fast delivery. Apply with ease!
Ahmedabad's Regional Passport Office processed 7.6 lakh applications in 2025, approving 7.4 lakh. Discover the impact of new e-passports, pendency drives, and outreach programs.
Madurai's Regional Passport Office processed a record 2,97,689 applications in 2025, issuing over 1.77 lakh e-passports. Mobile van services and campus camps boosted accessibility. Read more.
Aamer Khan, 24, from Hyderabad, is stranded at Dubai airport for over 36 hours after his passport was stolen mid-flight. His family seeks urgent help from Indian authorities. Read his ordeal.
Bengaluru police conducted thorough searches at Koramangala and Lalbagh Road Passport Seva Kendras after a bomb threat email. Authorities have confirmed the threat was a hoax. Read for full details and official response.
Gujarat High Court grants conditional bail to a man, born to Bangladeshi parents, in a forgery case, noting he prima facie established his Indian identity. Read the details.
Nearly 30,000 Goans have surrendered Indian passports for foreign nationality, mainly Portuguese, in 10 years. Now, their parents face EC scrutiny over electoral rolls. Read the full story.
Nearly 30,000 Goans acquired foreign nationality, leading to Election Commission scrutiny of their parents' voting rights. Special intensive revision of electoral rolls underway ahead of assembly polls.
Planning a hassle-free international trip in 2026? Discover 8 countries where Indian passport holders can travel visa-free, including entry rules, flight costs, and best times to visit. Start planning your adventure now!
Barse Deva, close aide of slain Maoist leader Madvi Hidma, surrenders with 40 rebels in Telangana. The move marks a major blow to PLGA Battalion 1 in Bastar. Read the full story.
Kolkata's Regional Passport Office schedules six special adalats in January to fast-track long-pending passport applications. Book your slot now to avoid delays.
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Immigration officials at Chandigarh airport thwarted an attempt by an Afghan national to fly to Abu Dhabi using a forged Indian passport. Police are probing a larger network.
A 30-year-old from Mehsana was arrested at Delhi's IGIA for returning from the US using a forged passport. The case highlights new immigration fraud trends amid US enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu credits PM Modi for India's improved global image, sparking online debate on tourism and passport strength as real metrics.
Punjab & Haryana High Court cautions against routine passport surrender as bail condition. Justice Sumeet Goel says order must be based on objective threat to justice. Read the full analysis.
A new Indian Consular Centre in Los Angeles promises faster passport renewals, OCI processing, and visa services for NRIs in California, ending long waits and travel hassles.
Your Indian passport's colour is not random. Discover the official meaning behind blue, maroon, white, and orange passports and who is eligible for each. Read the full guide.
Indian-origin developer Kunal Kushwaha's viral post reveals the exhausting visa bureaucracy Indian passport holders face, impacting work and personal travel globally. Read his full account.
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha's revised surrender policy yields results as 22 Maoists, including leaders, give up arms. DGP aims for insurgency-free India by March 2026. Read more.