US freezes immigrant visas: When will Pakistan’s ban be lifted? Islamabad embassy gives update

The US state department froze the immigrant visa process for 75 countries, including Pakistan, and the US embassy in Islamabad said the immigrant visa would be stopped for Pakistan from January 21.Earlier, the state department indefinitely suspended the processing of immigrant visas from 75 countries in what it described as one of its most expansive […]

China’s London ‘super embassy’: Hidden chambers near sensitive data cables revealed; spy fears mount

China is eagerly waiting for United Kingdom Prime Minister Kier Starmer’s approval for the ‘Super embassy’ in London, but they are also quietly planning something far more subterranean. A Telegraph report uncovered a hidden chamber built alarmingly close to Britain’s most sensitive communication cables.The Telegraph said the plans were redacted in all publicly available versions […]

India-China ties: Chinese embassy rolls out online visa portal; cuts paperwork, in-person visits

NEW DELHI: The Chinese embassy in India has launched the China online visa application system, allowing Indian passport holders to apply for Chinese visas digitally. The move streamlines the application process that earlier required multiple in-person visits and extensive paperwork.According to a report cited by PTI, Shenzhen-based online portal Greater Bay Area (GBA), eligible applicants […]

Indian e-Passport rollout 2025: Embassy confirms no biometrics, no change in charges | World News

UAE Indians Face No Extra Steps for New e-Passport / AI-generated illustration Indian expats in the UAE can finally put the rumours to rest. During a press conference held on October 30, 2025 by the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai, officials clarified that the rollout of […]

UAE: Indian embassy announces three new Indian passport designs for residents with advanced security features | World News

UAE unveils three new Indian passport designs today / AI-generated illustration Indian expats in the UAE are witnessing a first-of-its-kind change, as the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi confirmed on October 28, 2025, that three different Indian passport designs are now officially in circulation the older booklet, the machine-readable version, and the newly introduced chip-enabled […]

Indian embassy and consulate in UAE announce chip embedded e-passports for Indian citizens from 28 October | World News

From October 28, UAE Indian expats can apply for chip-embedded e-passports via GPSP 2.0/Representative Image The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai have announced the rollout of a new digital passport system for Indian citizens in the UAE. Starting from 28 October 2025, all applicants will receive chip-embedded […]

‘Activate your embassy in Kabul’: Taliban urges US to reopen mission; seeks trade, ties

Zabihullah Mujahid (File photo) The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, has reiterated its intention to maintain good relations with all countries, including the United States. The Taliban government also urged Washington to reopen its embassy in Kabul, according to a report by Tolo News. India Upgrades Technical Mission In Kabul To Full […]

‘Regrettable’: Norway on Venezuela closing embassy; move comes after Nobel honour for opposition leader Maria Machado

Nicolas Maduro; Maria Corina Machado Venezuela on Monday announced the closure of its Norwegian embassy in Oslo, just days after Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a vocal critic of President Nicolas Maduro, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.Also Read: Who is Maria Corina Machado? Winner of 2025 Nobel Peace Prize The Venezuelan government, which […]

‘Contrary to … ‘: US to sell new air-to-air missiles to Pakistan? Embassy issues clarification

Shehbaz Sharif, Donald Trump and Asim Munir Amid buzz over alleged US missile sales to Pakistan, the American Embassy in India on Friday stepped in to set the record straight, calling the reports “false” and clarifying that no new missiles or upgrades are being supplied to Islamabad.“The sustainment does not include an upgrade to any […]

‘Admit until date’: US embassy in India warns against overstaying, explains how it can happen

US embassy in India warned against overstaying in US. The US embassy in India issued a fresh warning to Indians against overstaying in the US and explained the difference between the ‘Admit until date’ and the expiry of the visa date. “Your authorized period of stay is the ‘Admit Until Date’ on your I-94, not […]