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The Union home ministry has streamlined the overseas citizen of india (OCI) card process, enabling online applications for both new registrations and renunciations. Minors can now be included, provided they don't hold foreign passports concurrently with an Indian one. This digital shift eliminates the need for duplicate certificates, offering a more efficient system for applicants.

Mammootty's 'Patriot' has grossed Rs 70.33 crore globally by Day 6, with overseas markets contributing significantly. However, domestic collections show a sharp decline after the weekend, indicating a struggle for consistent performance. The action thriller, featuring Mohanlal, explores a conspiracy involving a pervasive spyware system.

The airline extends the service thrice weekly (Wednesday, Friday and Sunday).

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Registration for the June 2026 Foreign Medical Graduate Examination has commenced. This crucial test screens Indian citizens and OCIs who studied medicine abroad, enabling them to practice in India. The computer-based exam, covering the MBBS syllabus, requires a minimum score of 150 out of 300 to qualify. Preparation should encompass the entire curriculum.

An Indian family was denied boarding a flight to Peru due to a misunderstanding of visa exemption rules, highlighting the complexities of international travel. While Indians can enter Peru visa-free under specific conditions, airlines' conservative interpretations can lead to unexpected issues. Thorough preparation and direct airline confirmation are crucial.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung emphasized close collaboration with India as emerging global leaders amidst geopolitical uncertainty. He highlighted shared values and complementary economies, advocating for upgraded trade agreements, defense industrial cooperation, and joint ventures in critical minerals and shipbuilding to foster mutual growth and innovation.

Emigrants form 8% of the state electorate, and are active participants in homeland affairs. The extent to which war has deterred them from travelling to vote this time, may affect a closely fought election’s outcome

India determines an individual’s tax residency primarily on the basis of physical presence (irrespective of the purpose of stay) within the country.

Two British nationals, Hassan Amman Saleem and Sumitra Shakeel Olivia, have been sentenced to six months in prison and fined Rs 50,000 each for illegally entering India from Nepal without valid documents. They were apprehended in November last year at the Indo-Nepal border. The court granted them bail pending their appeal.

A 65-year-old Dutch national of Indian origin was arrested in Bengaluru for sending a parcel with unusual items, including rotten food and obscene photos, to the Kempegowda International Airport. The man claimed it was a ritual to prevent untoward incidents, stating he had sent similar parcels elsewhere. He has been remanded to judicial custody pending a medical examination.

Petrol and diesel prices remained largely stable across major Indian cities today, despite global crude oil surges due to the US-Iran conflict. The government's excise duty cuts and strategic measures aim to shield consumers from international price volatility and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply.

Global uncertainties are prompting NRIs to return to India, raising tax status questions. Even as non-residents, income earned while working physically in India becomes taxable. Foreign citizens may find exemptions, while Indian citizens face complex rules, including deemed residency, impacting their global income taxation. Understanding these nuances is crucial.

Positioning India as a voice of restraint, PM Modi told the Lok Sabha that New Delhi is engaging multiple partners to ensure uninterrupted oil and gas supplies, while leveraging strategic reserves to cushion potential shocks

Six years after locking foreign capital out of the door, India has opened it — just wide enough. The Cabinet's amendment to Press Note 3 clears the fog around who can invest from where. What it does not do is throw open the floodgates.

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CBI arrested Krishna Kumar Lakhwani in Kanpur for recruiting Indians and sending them to overseas cyber fraud centers, primarily in Cambodia. These centers targeted Indian citizens with scams like digital arrest and financial extortion. Lakhwani allegedly charged $300-$400 per recruit for travel arrangements.

Prime Minister Modi downplayed the energy crisis, urging collective efforts and national interest over panic. He highlighted government initiatives like increased LPG connections and LNG terminals to boost self-reliance. Efforts are underway to shield citizens and farmers from the impact of global conflicts, with measures to manage LPG distribution and supply.