India and Switzerland sign Migration & Mobility Partnership, launch Young Professionals Exchange
IndiGo to raise fuel surcharge from 6 October as jet-fuel prices climb
Delhi High Court rules valid visa does not guarantee entry into India
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Delhi’s IGI Airport unveils plan to boost international capacity by 50 % with new Pier E
Delhi International Airport will add a new ₹2,000-crore Pier E to Terminal 3, lifting international capacity by more than 50 % by 2030 and introducing advanced e-gates and air-side transfer buses. The expansion promises shorter queues for business travellers and strengthens Delhi’s role as India’s main long-haul hub, although temporary construction disruption is expected.
Uttar Pradesh passport offices launch ‘Passport First, Opportunities Next’ outreach drive
Lucknow’s Regional Passport Office will hold a one-day special drive on 10 October to clear a backlog of first-time passport applications from students and young professionals. Extra slots across four Uttar Pradesh cities could process 6,000 additional passports, helping prospective overseas students and employers avoid documentation delays.
Hyderabad Police deport 12 foreigners, charge 37 more in wide-ranging visa overstay sweep
Hyderabad Police and the FRRO have identified 49 overstaying foreigners and already deported 12, warning landlords and hotels of stiff penalties for failing to file Form C within 24 hours. The sweep exposed illicit hospital-translator rackets and drug possession, underscoring compliance risks for companies that host foreign staff or patients in the city.
Andhra Pradesh police give 24-hour deadline for foreign-guest registration, threaten ₹1 lakh fine
Chittoor district police now require every accommodation provider to log foreign guests on the FRRO portal within 24 hours, citing steep fines and jail terms for non-compliance. The order applies even to OCI holders and is likely to influence corporate housing policies around Tirupati and southern Andhra Pradesh.
Henley list shows 51 destinations now issue e-visas to Indians, boosting digital-first travel planning
Indian citizens can apply online for visas to 51 destinations, per the Henley Passport Index, reflecting a global shift toward digital travel documentation. While the expansion simplifies short-notice trips, corporates must check stay limits and entry conditions before relying solely on e-visas.
IMD Issues Fresh Weather Advisory for Delhi-NCR, Warns Travellers of Post-Monsoon Disruptions
The India Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms for Delhi-NCR from 6–9 October and urged travellers to plan for possible flight diversions and road delays. Airlines, mobility managers and event organisers are introducing buffer time and contingency plans to protect itineraries during the busy conference season.
Pilgrims Warned of Heavy Rain Along Char Dham Route as IMD Raises Orange Alert
The IMD has issued an orange alert for heavy rain on key segments of Uttarakhand’s Char Dham pilgrimage circuit from 4–8 October, warning of landslide risks and possible road closures. Companies facilitating employee or expatriate pilgrimages need contingency transport, updated insurance checks and real-time communication plans.
New Zealand shifts Parent Resident Visa selection to queue system; Indians urged to re-file EOIs before 5 October
Immigration NZ’s Parent Resident Visa will move to a mainly date-ordered queue on 5 October. Indians with EOIs expiring today must resubmit to keep seniority. The shift provides more predictability for the 2,500-visa annual cap and may aid talent retention in New Zealand’s sectors that rely on Indian professionals.
New Zealand Retains ‘Exercise Increased Caution’ Advisory for Travel to India
New Zealand’s foreign ministry has kept its ‘Exercise increased caution’ advisory for India unchanged in a bulletin dated 4 October 2026. While reiterating a no-travel warning for areas close to the Pakistan border, the notice highlights improved digital visa processes and urges Kiwi firms to ensure robust insurance and security briefings for staff heading to India this month.