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India seeks Venezuela probe into missing organs of dead seafarer

India seeks Venezuela probe into missing organs of dead seafarer

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India has raised with Venezuelan authorities the case of an Indian seafarer’s body being repatriated after the removal of several organs following his death in uncertain circumstances, the external affairs ministry said on Friday. Chauhan’s family has alleged that he was murdered and his case has been taken up by the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) and several lawmakers. Rakesh Chauhan, 33, died in the Venezuelan state of Falcón on May 7 after a heart attack, according to a death certificate issued by a medical facility in the South American country. However, an autopsy done in Uttar Pradesh after his body was repatriated last month showed the brain, heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, stomach and intestines were not present. Chauhan’s family has alleged that he was murdered and his case has been taken up by the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) and several lawmakers. When external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal was asked about the matter at a regular weekly briefing, he replied: “We have taken up the matter with Venezuelan authorities with a …

Indian Embassy in Lebanon facilitates return of 5 Indians from Gulf

Indian Embassy in Lebanon facilitates return of 5 Indians from Gulf

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The Indian Embassy in Lebanon facilitated the return of five Indian nationals from the Gulf region. The Embassy expressed gratitude to the Lebanese authorities for the smooth exit. In a post on X, the Embassy said, “The Embassy of India in Beirut has successfully facilitated the return of 5 Indian nationals to India. Our sincere thanks to the Lebanese authorities for their cooperation and support in facilitating their smooth exit.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Repatriation Of Fallen IRIS Dena Sailors Begins Following India-Led Diplomatic Mission | Exclusive | World News

Repatriation Of Fallen IRIS Dena Sailors Begins Following India-Led Diplomatic Mission | Exclusive | World News

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Last Updated:March 13, 2026, 22:57 IST The repatriation process began in Sri Lanka, where the chartered flight first landed to collect the mortal remains of Iranian sailors from the IRIS Dena The IRIS Dena, which was returning to Iran after an Indian naval exercise off Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, was torpedoed by an American submarine in an unprecedented military escalation on March 4, 2026. (Image: AFP) In a significant humanitarian and diplomatic mission, an Iranian chartered aircraft facilitated by the Indian government has successfully coordinated the repatriation of sailors and civilians caught in the fallout of the West Asia conflict. The mission, which spanned two South Asian nations, marks a critical step in the de-escalation of the naval crisis in the Indian Ocean. The repatriation process began in Sri Lanka, where the chartered flight first landed to collect the mortal remains of Iranian sailors from the IRIS Dena, CNN-News18 has learnt. The frigate was tragically sunk on March 4 by a US submarine torpedo approximately 19 nautical miles off the coast of Galle. Of the …

Flight Status, March 7: Indian Airlines Halt Gulf Operations Amid US-Israel-Iran War, Run Special Repatriation Flights | India News

Flight Status, March 7: Indian Airlines Halt Gulf Operations Amid US-Israel-Iran War, Run Special Repatriation Flights | India News

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Last Updated:March 07, 2026, 12:03 IST Indian carriers are among those hit hard, which has left travellers scrambling amid the Gulf airspace closures. The escalating tensions have prompted the airlines to reschedule or suspend flights. (representation Image) Air travel across the Middle East continues to be thrown into disarray as the escalating conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts skies over key Gulf hubs. Since February 28, airports in Dubai, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain have witnessed mass cancellations, which have affected thousands of passengers. The escalating tensions have prompted the airlines to reschedule or suspend flights. Indian carriers are among those hit hard which has left travellers scrambling amid the Gulf airspace closures. Most of the flights towards these routes have been cancelled. At the same time, airlines are also offering waivers and repatriation flights. Air India Express Adds Special Routes To India Air India Express has cancelled select international flights amid ongoing disruptions in the Gulf airspace. But it is also operating additional services to help passengers reach India safely. The airline has …

Indian-origin student dies in devastating house fire in New York; family raises funds for repatriation

Indian-origin student dies in devastating house fire in New York; family raises funds for repatriation

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A 24-year-old Indian student in the United States, Sahaja Reddy Udumala, has died after sustaining severe injuries in a house fire in Albany, New York. Indian student Sahaja Reddy Udumala dies after suffering severe injuries in house fire in US(Website/gofundme.com) The Consulate General of India in New York said it was “deeply saddened by the untimely demise” of the student, who was pursuing her Master’s degree in Albany. In a post on X on Friday (local time), the mission said, “Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences to her family during this difficult time.” It added that it was in touch with Udumala’s family and providing all possible assistance. Fire engulfed home, several injured The Albany Police Department said the fire broke out on the morning of December 4. Responding officers and firefighters found the residence “fully engulfed in flames” and were told several people were still trapped inside, reported news agency PTI. Four adults were pulled out and treated on site before being taken to a hospital with serious injuries. Two were later shifted to a …

Indian student’s body recovered from river in Russia, family urges Govt. for urgent repatriation

Indian student’s body recovered from river in Russia, family urges Govt. for urgent repatriation

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After a search spanning several days, the body of Ajit Chaudhary, a 22-year-old Indian student from Rajasthan’s Alwar district, has been recovered from a dam near White River in Ufa city, Russia. Ajit, a resident of Kafanwada village in Alwar and was pursuing MBBS course at Bashkir State Medical University in Ufa, had been missing since October 19, 2025, when he left his hostel and did not return. A day later, his clothes were found near the riverbank, prompting an extensive search operation. Family members were informed about the recovery of his body on Thursday (November 6, 2025) afternoon. Ajit’s friends and fellow students in Russia confirmed his identity. The local authorities have sent the body for post-mortem before initiating its repatriation to India, which could take up to two days, his uncle Narayan Chaudhary said. According to family members, Ajit’s parents had sold a part of their farmland to fund his medical studies abroad. His brother is preparing for competitive examinations in Alwar. “Ajit went to Russia to pursue MBBS in December 2023. We …

Hundreds of Rwandans who fled to Congo after 1994 genocide return in UN repatriation | World News

Hundreds of Rwandans who fled to Congo after 1994 genocide return in UN repatriation | World News

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Hundreds of Rwandan refugees who were living in eastern Congo since the 1994 genocide in Rwanda were repatriated on Saturday, the UN refugee agency said, after Rwandan-backed rebels seized key parts of the region. Most of the refugees were women and children, and 360 of them crossed the border in buses provided by Rwandan authorities and were escorted by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, and aid group Save the Children, local authorities said. The goal is to repatriate 2,000 people, UNHCR said. “We are happy to welcome our compatriots. They are a valuable workforce for the country’s development,” said Prosper Mulindwa, the Rwandan mayor of Rubavu, during a brief ceremony at the border. Story continues below this ad They were among the hundreds of thousands of Hutus who fled Rwanda after the state-sponsored 1994 genocide that left up to a million minority Tutsis and moderate Hutus dead. (AP) The returnees were transported to a transit centre where they will receive emergency assistance and support for reintegration. They were among the hundreds of thousands of …

Indian student’s body recovered from river in Russia, family urges Govt. for urgent repatriation

Help sought for release and repatriation of a Jagtial-based migrant worker from UAE jail

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The distressed parents of a Gulf migrant worker from Jagtial district, who is facing a travel ban and jailed in Ajman, United Arab Emirates (UAE), due to ‘unauthorised misuse’ of his bank account by an unknown third party, sought the intervention of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to ensure his release from jail. Mallarapu Anjaiah and Mallavva, parents of Mallarapu Madhukar, 27, native of Yellapur village in Jagtial district, submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister at ‘Pravasi Prajavani – the Gulf NRI Grievance Cell in Hyderabad on Tuesday, sources said. NRI Advisory Committee vice-chairman and migrants’ rights activist Mandha Bheem Reddy guided the couple to seek help for the repatriation of their son from Dubai to India. The distraught couple appealed to the CM to ensure consular and legal assistance to their son, presently lodged in a jail in the UAE, for his release from the prison and repatriation to India. Published – May 13, 2025 08:02 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. …

Supreme Court Collegium recommends ‘repatriation’ of Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad High Court

Supreme Court Collegium recommends ‘repatriation’ of Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad High Court

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Justice Yashwant Varma was the second senior-most judge of the Delhi High Court. He was heading a division bench, which was dealing with cases of sales tax, goods and services tax, company appeals and other appeals of the original side. In the Justice Yashwant Varma cash row, the Supreme Court Collegium on Monday officially recommended the repatriation of the Delhi High Court Judge to the Allahabad High Court. The official statement is issued by the Collegium comprising CJI Sanjiv Khanna, Justice BR Gavai, Justice Surya Kant and Justice AS Oka.  The official statement issued by the court reads, “The Supreme Court Collegium in its meetings held on 20th and 24th March 2025 has recommended repatriation of Mr Justice Yashwant Varma, Judge, High Court of Delhi, to the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.”  Delhi HC withdraws work from Justice Varma The Delhi High Court on Monday announced withdrawal of all judicial work from Justice Varma. The court issued a notice on its website announcing the development. A note attached to the causelist of the day …

Only 19 Indians remain in Russian armed forces: Govt | Latest News India

Only 19 Indians remain in Russian armed forces: Govt | Latest News India

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Dec 13, 2024 09:31 PM IST The govt has requested the Russian authorities concerned to provide an update on the whereabouts of the remaining Indian nationals in the Russian armed forces. Most of the Indian nationals in the Russian armed forces have been discharged and only 19 of them are currently deputed there, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. In this photo taken from video released by the Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, a couple of Russian Army snipers walk changing their position while fighting with Ukrainian Armed forces at an undisclosed location in Ukraine. (AP) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh shared the data in a written response to a query about the number of Indian nationals recruited for serving the Russian Army who are yet to be repatriated and the reasons for the delay in their release and repatriation despite assurances from the Russian authorities. The query also sought to know whether the Indian nationals are deputed on the war front, if the …