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Karnataka Cyber Command, with support from central agencies and the Indian Embassy in Myanmar, rescued two Karnataka youths from a Chinese-run scam compound in Myanmar. Officials urged caution against fraudulent overseas job offers linked to cybercrime and human trafficking networks
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The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a revised advisory urging Indian nationals to postpone travel to Iran and recommending those already in the country to temporarily leave amid escalating instability and US-Iran military tensions.
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India condemned the attack on commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off Oman's coast, calling repeated attacks on shipping deeply worrisome. Ten Indian nationals were rescued, one remains missing, while the MEA urged de-escalation and restoration of safe international maritime navigation
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The Indian Embassy in Doha announced that the mortal remains of four out of 12 Indian nationals who died in the Ras Laffan gas explosion are being repatriated to India. The embassy is coordinating with families and authorities, while also assisting injured Indians.
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India on Monday reiterated its advisory urging nationals to avoid travel to Iran and leave the country using available transport. The warning follows fresh Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets, raising concerns over regional security and the safety of thousands of Indians
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US authorities arrested 52 undocumented migrants during Operation Checkmate in Arizona, including 36 commercial truck drivers. Thirty were Indian nationals. Officials said many held expired work authorisations and would face deportation as part of enhanced immigration and transportation safety enforcement
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Two Indian crew members aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, which reported a hantavirus outbreak, were evacuated to the Netherlands. Both are healthy and asymptomatic, the Indian Embassy in Spain confirmed.
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The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Defence reported that Iran launched ballistic missiles and UAVs targeting its territory, resulting in three moderate injuries. UAE air defence systems intercepted two missiles and three drones. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that three Indian nationals were among the injured.
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Two Indian nationals aboard cruise ship MV Hondius are under observation after probable hantavirus cases were reported. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India is coordinating with WHO as eight cases, including five confirmed and three deaths, have been reported onboard
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India advised citizens to avoid travel to Iran due to partially open airspace, while assisting evacuation of 2,445 Indians via land routes. Gulf carriers continue limited flights to India as regional aviation gradually stabilises under safety restrictions
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India is closely monitoring tensions in West Asia and engaging Iran and Gulf nations to ensure safety of nationals and secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. MEA highlighted high-level diplomatic outreach and concerns over recent firing incidents
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A missile interception by the UAE’s air defence systems in Abu Dhabi’s Ajban area led to falling debris that injured 12 people, including five Indians. The Ministry of Defence reported engaging dozens of missiles and UAVs launched from Iran, adding that since the start of attacks, hundreds of projectiles have been intercepted.
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Indian embassies in Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Tehran have issued urgent advisories urging nationals to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay indoors amid escalating regional tensions.
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The Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised its citizens to exercise “utmost caution” and remain indoors due to escalating regional tensions following Israel’s pre-emptive strike against Iran.
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US Border Patrol arrested 30 Indian nationals among 49 illegal immigrants operating semitrucks with commercial licenses in California. The crackdown, including Operation Highway Sentinel, targets safety violations after fatal accidents caused by unlicensed or illegally residing drivers, authorities said
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The US has sanctioned eight Indian nationals and several India-based firms for allegedly facilitating Iranian oil and LPG exports. The Treasury and State Departments said the entities helped Iran earn billions, adding them to Washington’s Specially Designated Nationals list
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The Indian mission also advised all Indian nationals and PIOs who can move out of Tehran using their own resources, to move to a safe location outside the city
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Launched in 2023, the scheme is a mutual exchange program between the UK and India, offering citizens aged 18 to 30 the chance to live, work, and study in each other’s country. Interested applicants must submit their entries on gov.uk before the February 20 deadline. Participation in the ballot is free, and successful candidates will be selected randomly.
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They have safely crossed over to Lebanon, will return by available commercial flights to India, says MEA
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Crackdown follows a complaint from a victim, who was lured into a WhatsApp group promising cash for social media interactions
