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MEA Clarifies Passport Is Not Standalone Proof of Indian Citizenship; Citizenship Determination Governed by Law
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Thu, 25 Jun 26Thu, 25 Jun 26INDIA, POLITICS

MEA Clarifies Passport Is Not Standalone Proof of Indian Citizenship; Citizenship Determination Governed by Law

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that possession of an Indian passport by itself does not serve as definitive proof of Indian citizenship. The clarification comes amid legal and administrative discussions surrounding citizenship verification and the interpretation of documents issued by government authorities. According to the ministry, while an Indian passport is an...

Assam Tightens Aadhaar Issuance Rules for Adults to Strengthen Verification and Curb Illegal Immigration
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Sat, 13 Jun 26Sat, 13 Jun 26INDIA, POLITICS

Assam Tightens Aadhaar Issuance Rules for Adults to Strengthen Verification and Curb Illegal Immigration

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The Assam government has announced a significant policy shift in the process of Aadhaar card issuance for individuals above the age of 18, introducing stricter verification mechanisms aimed at preventing misuse of identity documents and addressing concerns related to illegal immigration. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the new measures are intended to ensure...