Two fishermen were injured and hospitalized after the Sri Lankan navy fired upon and arrested 13 fishermen for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary. The detained fishermen, including six from Karaikal and seven from Tamil Nadu, had their vessel seized. Puducherry’s Chief Minister N Rangasamy requested the External Affairs Minister to secure their release.
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Passport index: India makes strongest jump to rank 77th – check list
The Indian passport has risen to 77th place in the latest Henley Passport Index, marking its strongest improvement to date by climbing eight spots from last year's ranking of 85th. This increase is attributed to expanded visa-free access to 59 destinations, reflecting a shift in global mobility trends where Asian nations, including India, are gaining strength while traditional leaders like the US and UK are declining. Want More Context? 🔎
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