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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pak role in kidnapping of 3 Indians in Iran? India probes
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel India is probing Pakistan's role in the kidnapping of three Indians in Iran as the families of the abductees received ransom calls from Pakistani phone families of the three Indians, who recently went missing in Iran, have received ransom calls from Pakistani phone numbers, raising suspicion of Pakistani spy agency ISI's hand in the incident, ET has Indians - from Punjab's Sangrur, Hoshiarpur and SBS Nagar - went missing in Iran and efforts are on to trace them "urgently", according to sources. They have been identified as Hushanpreet Singh (Sangrur), Jaspal Singh (SBS Nagar) and Amritpal Singh (Hoshiarpur). They all went missing on May 1 after landing in Tehran. Sources alleged that ISI will try to prove that these three Indians were involved in "espionage" in Pakistan."Family members of three Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured," the Indian embassy in Iran recently said in a embassy said that it is "keeping the family members regularly updated" of the efforts being made by agent in Punjab had promised the three men that they would be sent to Australia via the Dubai-Iran route. The government is also probing if the agent had any links with the Pakistan government, it has been learnt. The agent from Hoshiarpur who sent the men to Iran is reportedly missing."The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is also being kept informed of the proceedings within the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran through coordination with the Consular Affairs Department," the Iranian embassy in New Delhi said in a post on X on also urged Indians to apply caution while travelling to other countries and not fall prey to illegal agencies. This is the second case of Indians who went missing in Iran over the past one year.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business Standard
Mystery deepens over 3 missing Indians in Iran;Embassy warns of trafficking
The Iranian Embassy in India on Thursday informed that the disappearance of three Indian nationals in Iran is being actively investigated by Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Consular Affairs Department, in close coordination with the country's judicial authorities. The Embassy of India in Tehran is being kept fully informed about the progress of the case through continuous coordination with Iranian officials. 'The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities, Iran's Embassy in India posted on X. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Iran has acknowledged that the families of the missing Indian nationals have reported their disappearance after travelling to Iran. 'Family members of three Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The Embassy had strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured. We are also keeping the family members regularly updated on the efforts being made by the Embassy,' the Embassy of India in Tehran, said in a statement. Both embassies emphasise their commitment to working together closely to ensure a swift and safe resolution to the case. What is the disappearance case? The three Indian nationals—identified as Hushanpreet Singh from Sangrur, Jaspal Singh from SBS Nagar, and Amritpal Singh from Hoshiarpur—went missing shortly after arriving in Tehran on May 1. According to reports, an agent based in Punjab had promised to help them reach Australia via the Dubai-Iran route, assuring them of accommodation during their stay in Iran. However, soon after their arrival in Iran, the three men were reportedly abducted. Their families claim that the kidnappers demanded a ransom of ₹1 crore and threatened to kill the men if the payment was not made. The relatives alleged that the kidnappers shared pictures and videos showing the men with their hands bound by ropes and visible cuts and bruises on their bodies. The families said they were able to communicate with the men during the initial days following the abduction, but contact was lost after May 11. The agent from Hoshiarpur who facilitated their travel is reportedly missing, and an FIR was registered against him on May 16.
Mint
5 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Iran ministry warns Indian citizens against ‘illegal' travel agencies after 3 go missing in Tehran
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has warned Indian citizen against 'unauthorized individuals or illegal Indian agencies'. The warning comes after three Indian citizen have reportedly gone missing after traveling to Iran. 'Given the nature of this incident, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to be deceived by the promises of unauthorized individuals or illegal Indian agencies offering travel to other countries.', read a post on X (formerly Twitter) by Iran's embassy in India. Iran has shared an update and said that they are currently investigating the disappearance of three Indian nationals in Tehran. This inquiry is being conducted in close coordination with the relevant Iranian judicial authorities. Meanwhile, the Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is being regularly updated on the progress of the case through ongoing liaison with the Iranian Consular Affairs Department. 'The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is also being kept informed of the proceedings within the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran through coordination with the Consular Affairs Department.', the post on X added. The missing Indian citizen, all from Punjab, reportedly travelled to Iran under the pretext of securing work permits for Australia. However, shortly after their arrival, they vanished under suspicious circumstances. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed to media houses that the missing individuals—identified as Yogesh Panchal, Mohammad Sadeeque, and Sumeet Sud—had travelled to Iran for business purposes between December 2024 and early January 2025. Families have reported receiving ransom demands and disturbing communications indicating that the men may be held against their will. The Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively engaging with Iranian officials to ensure a thorough investigation and the safe recovery of the missing nationals. According to official statements quoted by the Economic Times, Yogesh Panchal and Sadeeque arrived in Tehran under Iran's 15-day visa waiver programme, intended to facilitate tourism and business exchanges. Yogesh Panchal, notably, had recently established an export firm specialising in dry fruits and apples and was exploring commercial opportunities in Iran. The three men were last known to be residing in Tehran's Baherestan area, but contact with them was lost shortly after their arrival.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Citizens warned against illegal travel agencies': Iran embassy after three Indians go missing
Representative Image NEW DELHI: A day after India said that three Indian citizens who have been reported missing after travelling to Iran, the Iranian Embassy in India has strongly advised Indians not to be deceived by travel agents. The Indian embassy in Iran on Wednesday informed that they have strongly take up the issue of reportedly missing persons, urging an immediate and thorough investigation into their whereabouts. Responding to the post, the Iranian embassy said that consular affairs department of the foreign affairs ministry of Iran are following the case. "The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities," the embassy said in a post on X on Thursday. — Iran_in_India (@Iran_in_India) " The Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is also being kept informed of the proceedings within the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran through coordination with the Consular Affairs Department. Given the nature of this incident, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to be deceived by the promises of unauthorized individuals or illegal Indian agencies offering travel to other countries," it added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo Earlier on Wednesday, Indian embassy in Tehran said that the family members of the missing individuals approached the mission with concerns about their relatives' sudden disappearance. "Family members of 3 Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having traveled to Iran," the statement response, the embassy has "strongly taken up the matter" with the Iranian government, urging an immediate and thorough investigation into their whereabouts.' While the identities of the missing individuals have not been disclosed at this time, officials assured that they are maintaining constant communication with the families and updating them on the developments.'We are also keeping the family members updated of the efforts being made by the Embassy,' it added. The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety ensured,' the statement read.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"Indians Strongly Advised Not To...": Iran After 3 From Punjab Go Missing
Tehran: Iran on Thursday said that the case of three Indian nationals, who have gone missing in Tehran, is being followed up by its foreign ministry in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities, and New Delhi is being kept informed about all developments in the matter. The remarks came after the Indian mission in Tehran urged the authorities to trace the missing Indian nationals and ensure their safety. "The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is also being kept informed of the proceedings within the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran through coordination with the Consular Affairs Department," the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi said in a post on X. The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India… — Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) May 29, 2025 Iran also urged Indians to apply caution while travelling to other countries and not fall prey to illegal agencies. "Given the nature of this incident, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to be deceived by the promises of unauthorised individuals or illegal Indian agencies offering travel to other countries," it added. What's The Case The three Indians--identified as Hushanpreet Singh (Sangrur), Jaspal Singh (SBS Nagar) and Amritpal Singh (Hoshiarpur)--went missing soon after landing in Tehran on May 1. Per reports, an agent in Punjab had promised to send them to Australia via the Dubai-Iran route. He reportedly assured them that they would be provided a stay in Iran. But soon after they landed in Iran on May 1, they were reportedly kidnapped. The kidnappers demanded a ransom of Rs 1 crore, according to the victims' families. Kidnappers threatened to kill the men if money was not sent, the relatives said. They also alleged that kidnappers have shared the pictures and videos of the men with them, showing their hands tied by ropes with cuts and bruising marks on their bodies. The families said that they were able to speak with these men during the first few days after their alleged kidnapping, but they have not been able to connect with them since May 11. The agent from Hoshiarpur who sent the men abroad is reportedly missing. An FIR against the agent was filed on May 16. Delhi Raises Issue With Tehran The grieving families approached the Embassy of India to report their kidnapping and request that it ensure their safe return. "The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities, and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured," the Indian Embassy said in a statement. The Embassy added that it is "keeping the family members regularly updated" of the efforts being made by it.
