'Expeditiously exit Iran': India issues fresh advisory to its citizens as two-week ceasefire kicks in

India has issued a fresh advisory urging its citizens in Iran to leave the country “expeditiously”, even as a fragile two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran comes into effect.In a statement posted on X, the Indian Embassy in Tehran said the advisory was a continuation of its earlier notice issued on 7 April, but stressed that the latest developments in the region made it more urgent for nationals to depart. “Indian nationals still in Iran are strongly advised to expeditiously exit Iran, in coordination with the Embassy and using the routes suggested by the Embassy,” it said. The mission underlined that all movement must be closely coordinated, warning against any independent attempts to cross borders. “There should be no attempt to approach any international land border without prior consultation and coordination with the Embassy,” the advisory added, while sharing emergency contact numbers and email support for those seeking assistance.The renewed warning comes at a delicate moment in the region, after US President Donald Trump announced a pause in military action and confirmed a two-week ceasefire arrangement with Tehran. The pause is expected to open a narrow diplomatic window, with talks likely to follow in the coming days.Despite the de-escalation, officials appear to be taking no chances with the safety of Indian nationals, given the volatility of the situation and the uncertainty surrounding the ceasefire’s durability.Tehran, for its part, has outlined a sweeping 10-point proposal that it says could form the basis of a longer-term settlement. The framework calls for US commitments to non-aggression and recognition of Iran’s control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route.Among the more contentious demands are Washington’s acceptance of Iran’s uranium enrichment programme and the lifting of both primary and secondary sanctions that have weighed heavily on its economy. The proposal also seeks the removal of United Nations and International Atomic Energy Agency resolutions tied to Iran’s nuclear activities.