Latest news with #PIOs
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Over 2 lakh Indians renounced Indian citizenship in 2024: Govt tells Lok Sabha
Agencies Over 2.06 lakh Indians renounced their citizenship in 2024, the government told the Lok Sabha on Friday. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh provided the figures in a written reply to questions from Congress MP K C Venugopal about how many people gave up their Indian citizenship and took citizenship of other countries in the past five years. The data shows 85,256 people renounced citizenship in 2020, 1,63,370 in 2021, 2,25,620 in 2022, 2,16,219 in 2023 and 2,06,378 in 2024. For comparison, the numbers were 1,22,819 in 2011, 1,20,923 in 2012, 1,31,405 in 2013 and 1,29,328 in 2014. 'The reasons for renouncing Indian citizenship or taking foreign citizenship are personal and known only to the individual,' Singh said. He added, 'The government recognises the potential of the global workplace in an era of the knowledge economy. It has also brought about a transformational change in its engagement with the Indian diaspora.' Singh said a successful and influential diaspora benefits India through networks and soft power, and the government's efforts aim to make full use of this potential through knowledge and expertise sharing. In response to another question, the government said there are 3,43,56,193 overseas Indians, including 1,71,81,071 Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and 1,71,75,122 Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. Can Coforge's ambition to lead the IT Industry become a reality? How Mukesh Ambani's risky bet has now become Reliance's superpower Berlin to Bharuch: The Borosil journey after the China hit in Europe As RBI retains GDP forecast, 4 factors that will test the strength of Indian economy In a flat market, are REITs the sweet spot between growth and safety? These large- and mid-cap stocks may give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analysts Buy, Sell or Hold: Avendus trims target on Titan Company; Motila Oswal maintains buy on Jindal Stainless Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and return potential of more than 23% in 1 year
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Over 2 Lakh Indians Renounced Citizenship In 2024 To Acquire Foreign Nationality
Last Updated: Over two lakh Indians renounced citizenship in 2024, Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh informed Lok Sabha. Over two lakh Indians gave up their citizenship in 2024, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. While replying to queries by Congress MP K C Venugopal, Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said this in a written response to queries on the number of individuals who have renounced their Indian citizenship and taken citizenship of other countries during the last five years. 'As per the information available with the Ministry, the number of Indians who gave up their Indian citizenship was 85,256 in 2020, 1,63,370 in 2021, 2,25,620 in 2022, 2,16,219 in 2023 and 2,06,378 in 2024, Singh said. For reference, such cases were 1,22,819 in 2011, 1,20,923 in 2012, 1,31,405 in 2013 and 1,29,328 in 2014, he added. The government stated that the reasons for renouncing Indian citizenship or acquiring foreign citizenship are personal and known only to the individuals concerned. 'The government recognises the potential of the global workplace in an era of the knowledge economy. It has also brought about a transformational change in its engagement with the Indian diaspora," the MoS said. He said the government is also working to fully harness the potential of the Indian diaspora, including by facilitating the sharing of their knowledge and expertise. In response to another query, the government shared that according to available inputs, the population of overseas Indians is 3,43,56,193, out of which 1,71,81,071 are Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and 1,71,75,122 are Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Over 2 lakh Indians renounced Indian citizenship in 2024: Govt tells Lok Sabha
New Delhi, Aug 8 (PTI) More than two lakh Indians renounced their citizenship in 2024, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said this in a written response to queries on the number of individuals who have renounced their Indian citizenship and taken citizenship of other countries during the last five years. The minister was replying to queries by Congress MP K C Venugopal. 'As per the information available with the Ministry, the number of Indians who gave up their Indian citizenship was 85,256 in 2020, 1,63,370 in 2021, 2,25,620 in 2022, 2,16,219 in 2023 and 2,06,378 in 2024, Singh said. For reference, such cases were 1,22,819 in 2011, 1,20,923 in 2012, 1,31,405 in 2013 and 1,29,328 in 2014, he added. The reasons for renouncing Indian citizenship or taking foreign citizenship are personal and known only to the individual, the government said. 'The government recognises the potential of the global workplace in an era of the knowledge economy. It has also brought about a transformational change in its engagement with the Indian diaspora," the MoS said. A successful, prosperous and influential diaspora is an asset for India, which stands to gain a lot from tapping their networks and productive utilisation of the soft power that comes from having such a flourishing diaspora, he said. The government's efforts are also aimed at harnessing the diaspora's potential to its fullest including through sharing of knowledge and expertise, he said. In response to another query, the government shared that according to available inputs, the population of overseas Indians is 3,43,56,193, out of which 1,71,81,071 are Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) and 1,71,75,122 are Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). PTI KND KND KSS KSS (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
31-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
After Dismissal Of Two Jawans Linked To Pakistan, CRPF Begins Review Of Similar Cases
The CRPF will scrutinise all cases involving contact, communication, or compromise with Pakistan Intelligence Operatives to plug potential leakage of sensitive information The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), following the dismissal of two personnel linked to Pakistan-related incidents, has initiated a force‑wide review of all cases involving Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs). The directive from DG GP Singh covers all zones and sectors of the CRPF and reflects growing alarm over potential leakage of sensitive information to Pakistani operatives. The CRPF will scrutinise all cases involving contact, communication, or compromise with Pakistan Intelligence Operatives. These cases will receive the highest priority due to their potential impact on operational secrecy and national security. Reviews should be done in 15 days to ensure continuous monitoring and prompt action. A communication sent on Wednesday instructed all zone and sector commands and officers to provide full details on such cases, including their current status and any action taken. Two recent cases prompted the urgency. In the first, a CRPF jawan named Munir Ahmed, posted with the 41st Battalion, was dismissed on May 2, 2025, for allegedly concealing his marriage to a Pakistani national, Menal Khan, whose visa had expired. The CRPF found he failed to formally disclose the marriage and her overstay, deeming it a breach of conduct with national security implications. Ahmed maintains that he had sought and received permission from CRPF headquarters in April 2024 after completing all formalities, and he is now challenging his dismissal in the Jammu & Kashmir High Court. In the second, a CRPF Assistant Sub‑Inspector, Moti Ram Jat, was arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in late May 2025 for alleged espionage for Pakistan intelligence officers via a honey‑trap operation. He allegedly shared classified information in exchange for payment and was dismissed from service immediately. The NIA also conducted raids at 15 locations across eight states in connection with the espionage ring. Separate from the PIO-linked review, DG Singh has directed a detailed review of all sexual misconduct cases within the CRPF from January 1 this year to the present, stressing that disciplinary action must be firm to uphold internal integrity. The CRPF leadership has made it clear that violations in both categories—sexual misdemeanour and contact with Pakistan intelligence pperatives—will be dealt with strictly. All zones and sectors are required to compile and submit detailed reports, with follow-up reviews scheduled every 15 days. view comments First Published: July 31, 2025, 08:46 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
25-06-2025
- Indian Express
ATS arrest in May: Engineer held for ‘passing on sensitive documents to Pak operatives' seeks bail
A 27-year-old engineer, arrested in May by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for allegedly passing on sensitive documents related to the Indian Naval dockyard to a Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) through social media, has sought bail stating that his prolonged detention will prejudice his personal and professional life. The engineer, Ravi Varma, who was working with a private defence technology company, was arrested by the ATS on May 28, which alleged that he had shared sensitive and confidential information through WhatsApp between November 2024 and March 2025. 'It is respectfully submitted that the investigation in the present case appears to be substantially complete. The primary evidence including the applicant (Varma)'s mobile phone, containing the alleged WhatsApp chats, audio files, images and documents, has been seized, thoroughly examined and extracted by the investigating agency… The continued incarceration of the applicant is no longer necessitated for any further custodial interrogation or recovery of evidence,' the bail plea filed by Varma states. It adds that he has extended full cooperation with the investigators through the interrogation and there is no likelihood of him absconding or fleeing or tampering with the evidence, given that key electronic evidence is already secured. 'That the allegations, while serious, are subject to proof beyond reasonable doubt during the trial. The applicant maintains his innocence and reserves the right to present his defence at the appropriate stage… that the applicant is a young professional employed as a junior service engineer, and his prolonged detention would severely prejudice his personal and professional life without serving any larger investigative purpose,' the plea filed through lawyer Rajhans Girase said. The lawyer said that the case will be heard next on July 1. The ATS after arresting Varma had claimed that the PIOs had posed as women to lure him and they communicated for months, following which he sent documents of restricted areas in the Indian Navy dockyard that he had access to through the company where he was working.
