Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:10am on 18 Nov 2025,Tuesday India Global
The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a travel advisory after Iran suspended its visa-waiver facility for Indian passport holders. From November 22, all Indian travellers must take a visa to enter or transit through Iran. The move follows several cases of Indians being tricked with fake job offers and then kidnapped for ransom after arriving in Iran. The MEA said many were lured by agents who misused Iran’s visa-free entry. Recent cases include men from Delhi and Punjab who were held hostage until their families paid ransom. The MEA has urged Indians to stay alert and avoid such agents. (PC: X)
