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Can a person be declared a foreigner without a fair hearing? | Explained

July 15, 2026 admin

The Supreme Court on Monday (July 13, 2026) held that the determination of citizenship and foreigner status must follow a “fair, lawful and reasoned” process, as it set aside a batch of Gauhati High Court judgments upholding orders that declared the appellants to be foreigners and remanded the cases to the concerned Foreigners Tribunals for…

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The World's Easiest Places To Buy Citizenship, Here's What It Takes

November 27, 2024 admin

Ever imagined trading your current passport for one that opens doors to exciting new adventures? While it might sound like a far-fetched dream, several countries offer citizenship programs that could make it a reality. Although obtaining a citizenship or residency is not cheap, if it is a priority, the investment is worth it. But before…

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Miss Universe Hopeful Stripped Of South African Citizenship Amid Nationality Dispute

October 31, 2024 admin

Chidimma Adetshina, the beauty queen of South Africa, is having a citizenship problem. The 23-year-old law student, who rose to fame as a Miss South Africa finalist, has come under scrutiny for her nationality. Given her Nigerian and Mozambican ancestry, there have been concerns expressed regarding her eligibility to represent South Africa. Concerns have been…

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After Legal Battle Of 6 Years, Assam Woman Regains Her Indian Citizenship

October 13, 2023 admin

Last week, Assam woman was declared as an Indian citizen based on the circumstantial evidence. A 50-year-old Assam woman, who was declared an illegal migrant from Bangladesh due to her mismatch names in voters’ lists, has now regained her Indian citizenship after a six-year-long legal battle. Dulubi Bibi, a resident of Cachar district’s Udharbond area,…

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