Close Menu
YPBB News
  • Home
  • News
    • India News
    • World News
  • Entertainment
    • Movies
  • Business
  • Latest
    • Trend
  • Market
  • Sports
    • Cricket
  • Technology
  • Recruitment

Subscribe to Updates

Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

What's Hot

Why ISRO’s EOS-9 Satellite Launch Failed

May 18, 2025 8:44 AM IST

“Virat Kohli Counted Money, Ate Food…”: Ex-Teammate Reveals RCB Star’s Huge Transformation

May 18, 2025 8:27 AM IST

JEECUP 2025 Application Deadline Extended Till May 20, Check Steps To Apply

May 18, 2025 8:26 AM IST
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Vimeo
YPBB News
Subscribe Login
  • Homepage
  • Blog
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Disclaimer
  • Terms and Conditions
YPBB News
  • Homepage
  • Blog
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Disclaimer
  • Terms and Conditions
Home » News » India News » “Leave In 48 Hours,” India Tells Pakistanis On SAARC Visa
India News

“Leave In 48 Hours,” India Tells Pakistanis On SAARC Visa

NDTVBy NDTVApril 23, 2025 10:42 PM ISTNo Comments3 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr WhatsApp VKontakte Email Copy Link
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Copy Link


New Delhi:

Announcing a series of big steps a day after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in which 26 people were killed, the Centre said on Wednesday that Pakistani nationals will not be allowed to travel to India under the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Visa Exemption Scheme. Any Pakistanis in India on such visas will also have to leave the country within 48 hours. 

Speaking after the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security – which is the highest decision-making body on security matters – chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, Foreign Secretary Vikam Misri said the panel was briefed about the attack, during which its “cross-border linkages” were brought out. The attack, it was noted, came after the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir were successfully held and in the wake of the Union Territory’s steady progress towards economic growth and development.

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), Mr Misri said, also appreciated the expressions of support and solidarity for India from governments around the world, adding that they reflect “zero tolerance for terrorism”.

Announcing the decisions taken at the CCS meeting, the foreign secretary said, “Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) visas. Any SVES visas issued in the past to Pakistani nationals are deemed cancelled. Any Pakistani national currently in India under SVES visa has 48 hours to leave India.”

Under the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme, certain categories of dignitaries are issued a special travel document. This special instrument exempts them from the need for visas and other travelling documents.

Currently, the list has 24 categories of people, including dignitaries, judges of higher courts, parliamentarians, senior officials, businessmen, journalists and sportsmen 

Other Steps

Mr Misri also said the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be suspended immediately until “Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism” and that the Integrated Check Post at Attari will be closed with immediate effect. “Those who have crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before May 1,” Mr Misri said. 

Another major announcement was that the defence/military, naval and air advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi are declared “Persona Non Grata” and have a week to leave India. New Delhi will also withdraw such advisors from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. “Five support staff of the service advisors will also be withdrawn from both High Commissions,” the foreign secretary said. 

In the same vein, the overall strength of the High Commissions will be brought down to 30 from the current 55 by May 1.


Source link

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr WhatsApp Email
Previous ArticleRishabh Pant Told To ‘Stop Giving Excuses’ By Ex-India Star, Urged To Take More Control Of LSG
Next Article “Growing Trend Of Dowry Victim Arraigning Husband’s Relative”: Supreme Court
NDTV

Related Posts

Why ISRO’s EOS-9 Satellite Launch Failed

May 18, 2025 8:44 AM IST

JEECUP 2025 Application Deadline Extended Till May 20, Check Steps To Apply

May 18, 2025 8:26 AM IST

Who Goes Where With India’s Anti-Terror Message After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Strikes, Pahalgam Attack

May 18, 2025 8:05 AM IST

A Week After Wedding, UP Man Thrashes Third Wife To Death

May 18, 2025 7:44 AM IST
Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Our Picks

Remember! Bad Habits That Make a Big Impact on Your Lifestyle

January 13, 2021 5:27 PM IST

The Right Morning Routine Can Keep You Energized & Happy

January 13, 2021 5:27 PM IST

How to Make Perfume Last Longer Than Before

January 13, 2021 5:27 PM IST

Stay off Social Media and Still Keep an Online Social Life

January 13, 2021 5:25 PM IST
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Vimeo
Don't Miss

Why ISRO’s EOS-9 Satellite Launch Failed

By NDTVMay 18, 2025 8:44 AM IST0

New Delhi: Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) 63rd PSLV launch to put the EOS-9 surveillance…

“Virat Kohli Counted Money, Ate Food…”: Ex-Teammate Reveals RCB Star’s Huge Transformation

May 18, 2025 8:27 AM IST

JEECUP 2025 Application Deadline Extended Till May 20, Check Steps To Apply

May 18, 2025 8:26 AM IST

Who Goes Where With India’s Anti-Terror Message After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Strikes, Pahalgam Attack

May 18, 2025 8:05 AM IST

Subscribe to Updates

Get the latest creative news from SmartMag about art & design.

About Us
About Us

Stay informed with YPBB News – your source for breaking news, expert analysis, and global coverage. Get updates on politics, business, and more.

Email Us: info@ypbbnews.com
Contact: +1-320-0123-451

Our Picks

Why ISRO’s EOS-9 Satellite Launch Failed

May 18, 2025 8:44 AM IST

“Virat Kohli Counted Money, Ate Food…”: Ex-Teammate Reveals RCB Star’s Huge Transformation

May 18, 2025 8:27 AM IST

JEECUP 2025 Application Deadline Extended Till May 20, Check Steps To Apply

May 18, 2025 8:26 AM IST
New Comments
  • Aaj Ki Baat yogi adityanath in mathura holi celebrations Barsana sambhal friday jumma namaz uttar pradesh nitish kumar - YPBB News India on Aaj Ki Baat yogi adityanath in mathura holi celebrations Barsana sambhal friday jumma namaz uttar pradesh nitish kumar
  • India concerned about Bangladesh's law and order situation, supports holding inclusive polls: MEA - YPBB News India on India concerned about Bangladesh’s law and order situation, supports holding inclusive polls: MEA
  • India to Closely Watch US Trade Talks Before Deciding on Tariffs: FM Sitharaman - YPBB News India on India to Closely Watch US Trade Talks Before Deciding on Tariffs: FM Sitharaman
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Editorial Policy
© 2025 YPBB News.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

Sign In or Register

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below.

Lost password?