63 Naxalites, Including 36 with High Bounties, Surrender
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.
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Ghaziabad RPO Issues Record 3.55 Lakh Passports in 2025
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 Busts Passport Racket, 20K Apps Pending
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.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
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.
26 Naxalites surrender in Sukma, collective bounty Rs 64 lakh
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.
Complete Guide to Apply for Indian Passport in 2025
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 RPO: 7.6 Lakh Passport Apps in 2025
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 Passport Office Processes 2.97 Lakh Apps in 2025
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.
Hyderabad man stuck at Dubai airport after passport stolen
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.
Bomb Threat at Bengaluru Passport Office Declared Hoax
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 HC grants bail in passport forgery case
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.
30,000 Goans gave up Indian passports for foreign citizenship
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.
30K Goans Gave Up Indian Passports, Parents' Voting Rights in Doubt
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.
2026 Travel: 8 Visa-Free Destinations for Indians
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!
Top Maoist Barse Deva surrenders with 40 cadres in Telangana
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 Passport Adalats: 6 Dates in Jan for 800 Applicants Daily
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.
SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
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.
Afghan national arrested at Chandigarh airport for fake passport
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.
Mehsana man held at IGIA for fake passport, illegal US stay
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.
Vembu: India's Global Image Transformed in 10 Years
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.
HC: Passport Surrender Not Automatic Bail Condition
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.
New LA Centre Speeds Up Passport & OCI for California NRIs
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.
India's Passport Colours: What Blue, Maroon, White, Orange Mean
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 Passport Limits: Kunal Kushwaha's Viral Visa Struggle
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.
22 Maoists surrender in Odisha, lured by enhanced bounty
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.
22 Maoists surrender in Odisha, Rs 2 crore bounty
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.
22 Maoists surrender in Odisha after reward hike
In a major breakthrough, 22 Maoists surrendered in Odisha's Malkangiri district following a significant increase in state surrender rewards. The move aims to weaken Left-Wing Extremism. Read the full details.
China's New Online Visa System for Indian Applicants
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas online via a new system launched by the embassy in Delhi. The digital process simplifies applications for tourist, business, student, and work visas.
Indian Student Debunks Pak's Kashmir Narrative at Oxford
Indian student Kautilya Pandit delivered a scathing critique of Pakistan's Kashmir claims at the Oxford Union, highlighting the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and mocking its military record. Read the full viral speech.
SC: Passport renewal allowed if court gives NOC
Supreme Court rules that govt cannot deny passport renewal to an accused if the trial court gives a no-objection certificate. Liberty is the state's first obligation, says bench.
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