CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -With more addition, the total number of countries under the scheme is 76.

Detailed explanation-2: -Indian visa extension In case of urgency, the foreigner can visit the FRRO/FRO office directly to process their visa extension. Please note that electronic visas cannot be extended. Once you enter India, it is valid for the indicated duration. If your e-visa expires you will have to apply for a new visa.

Detailed explanation-3: -The India e-Visa is currently available to citizens of nearly 175 countries. This means that you do not need to apply for a regular Visa if you intend to visit for tourism, business or medical visits.

Detailed explanation-4: -Guinea: Indian citizens can get a Guinea eVisa, allowing them to stay in the country for 90 days. Iran: Indian citizens can either get a visa on arrival or Iran eVisa for Indians, allowing them to stay in the country for up to 30 days. Kenya eVisa for Indians: All Kenya e-Visas for Indians are valid for 90 days.

Detailed explanation-5: -e-visa will be granted for a period up to 60 days with double entry on e-Tourist Visa and e-Business Visa and triple entry on e-Medical Visa. In the case of e-Medical Visa, extension may be granted up to 6 months on case to case basis on merits of each case by the FRRO/ FRO concerned.