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After Mann misses flight to Netherlands, Czech, MEA accords political clearance | Chandigarh News

After Mann misses flight to Netherlands, Czech, MEA accords political clearance | Chandigarh News

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3 min readChandigarhFeb 13, 2026 01:28 AM IST Days after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was slated to leave for Netherlands and Czech Republic to meet investors, the Union Ministry of External Affairs has finally accorded political approval for the Punjab government delegation. The 25-member delegation was to leave on Saturday midnight. However, since the political clearance was not granted at that time, the trip had to be cancelled. “The clearance came after the CM’s program was cancelled. The meetings scheduled in Netherlands and Czech Republic were also cancelled. That approval has come now,” a source said. He added that there is no word from the Chief Minister on whether the trip would be undertaken or not. “We do not know whether he would be leaving. There has been no deliberation on the plan to travel yet. We will see if there is an attempt to revive the travel plan.” “It is usually done by the Centre that the permission is accorded after the flight has already left. We had blocked the flights and made …

Why Is It So Difficult For Indians To Get Europe’s Schengen Visa? | Explained | India News

Why Is It So Difficult For Indians To Get Europe’s Schengen Visa? | Explained | India News

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Last Updated:January 30, 2026, 12:53 IST Under what has been described as the “Mother of All Deals” between India and the European Union, visas have emerged as a key area of negotiation European authorities assess applications through the lens of what they call “return risk”. (AI-Generated Image) You’ve saved enough, taken leave from work and planned the perfect photograph in front of the Eiffel Tower. Then, just days before departure, a single email shatters the plan, saying “visa rejected”. For lakhs of Indians every year, this is a quite common situation. At the heart of the problem is the Schengen visa, the single permit that allows travel across 29 European countries without internal border checks. Much like travelling between states in India without showing a passport, a Schengen visa lets a tourist move freely from France to Germany or Italy by road or rail. That freedom is precisely why it is among the most difficult visas to secure. European authorities assess applications through the lens of what they call “return risk”. Visa officers are trained …

Planning a Europe trip? Schengen visa process is now made easier for Indian frequent fliers

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Whether it was Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol frolicking in Switzerland’s Alps, Kangana Ranaut on her self-exploratory journey in Amsterdam, or the time Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor met and fell in love on a tiny French island of Corsica, and many more such Bollywood films have fueled the Indian dream of the Euro trip. And the coveted Schengen visa is the gateway to fulfil the dreams. However, the probability of getting rejected is also pretty high. Travelling to the EU is now much easier for Indians(Adobe) Travel website MakeMyTrip’s recent India Travel Trends Report found that 25% of Indians have taken more than three trips per year since 2019, with some of the emerging international destinations including Tbilisi, Georgia. Other top destinations for long-haul flights include London along with Toronto and New York. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Indians are beginning to travel more over the last few years (Shutterstock) Schengen visa, now made easy So, recently, in order to foster …

How New Schengen Visa Rules Ease Europe Travel For Indians

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A Schengen visa permits a brief stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day timeframe. New Delhi: The European Union (EU) recently introduced a revamped visa system tailored specifically for Indian nationals. This new system offers substantial advantages to Indian citizens, allowing them access to long-term, multi-entry Schengen visas, which can significantly streamline travel plans and enhance the overall experience for those venturing into the Schengen area. What Is Schengen Visa The Schengen area comprises 25 countries out of the 27 EU countries except the Republic of Ireland and Cyprus. It includes countries such as Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. This extensive area not only offers diverse cultural experiences but also facilitates seamless travel across borders for visa holders. A Schengen visa permits a brief stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day timeframe. This visa may be issued as either a single-entry, enabling one entry into the Schengen area, or a multiple-entry, allowing multiple visits for the duration of its validity. How The New …

EU eases multiple-entry Schengen visa regime for frequent travellers in India | Latest News India

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NEW DELHI: The European Union (EU) has adopted new visa rules that will allow frequent travellers from India to apply for multiple-entry Schengen visas with longer validity, easing travel to 29 European countries. Passengers arriving at the Henri Coanda International Airport pass under a Schengen Information sign, in Otopeni, near Bucharest, Romania (AP) The adoption of specific rules on issuing multiple-entry visas to Indian nationals by the European Commission on April 18 was announced by EU ambassador herve delphin in a post on X on Monday. HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! “Travel to Europe made easy! [EU] takes another step towards enhancing people-to-people contact with [India]. New #Schengen #visa regime gives frequent travellers access to multi-year visa (up to 5 y.) Europe delivers on the partnership!” Delphin said in his post. The Schengen visa area comprises 25 EU member states and four non-EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The new rules are more favourable than the standard rules of the Schengen visa code that applied …