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Applications are invited for the post of local receptionist

Vacancy Notice

Applications are invited for a Walk-in interview for filling up of a local post for
of a Receptionist in the Embassy of India, Tashkent.

Requirements:

  • Citizen of Uzbekistan.
  • Graduate from recognized university.
  • Between 20-35 years of age.
  • Command and proficiency of Uzbek, Russian and English
    Languages (reading, writing and speaking).
  • Working knowledge of computer.
  • Salary to be discussed.

Interested candidates may send their application along with their CV or bio
data by 8th October, 2026 by email to

admin.tashkent@mea.gov.in

Visa Free Travel

This is with reference to earlier post of September 10, 2026 on visa free travel to Uzbekistan for the Indian nationals.

With effect from September 1, 2026, a visa-free regime has been introduced for citizens of the Republic of India who possesses a valid multiple-entry business or tourist visa issued by one of the following countries:

  • Australia
  • United States of America
  • United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
  • Canada
  • Republic of Korea
  • Schengen Member States
  • New Zealand
  • Japan

Citizens of India meeting the aforementioned criteria are granted the right to enter the Republic of Uzbekistan without a visa for a period of upto 30 days from the date of entry provided apart from above, there is presentation of an air ticket confirming onward travel to the country of origin or to a third country.

Please note that the exemption is applicable only on the latest valid passport. Visa on an expired or old passport is not being accepted by the Uzbek authorities.

90th Edition of the Know India Programme (KIP)

The 90th Edition of the Know India Programme (KIP)

The 90th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) for Young Professionals (24-28 years of age), scheduled to be held in India from 18th October to 31st October 2026.

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India invites applications for upcoming 90th edition of the Know India Programme (KIP) for the Young Professionals who are both NRIs and PIOs in the age group of 24-28 years, in India scheduled to be organised from 18-31 October, 2026. The Programme would be open for youth of Indian origin, including Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), as well as for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).

Interested individuals may submit scanned copy of duly filled Application Form and required documents to the Embassy of India, Tashkent by email at cons.tashkent@mea.gov.in by 28 September 2026 respectively.

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Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026

The Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026

The Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026, organised by the Indian Rice Exporters’ Federation (IREF), will bring together global leaders from across the rice value chain, including exporters, importers, researchers, government institutions, processors, innovators, and investors, to shape the future of the global rice industry.

Date 23–25 October 2026
Venue Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India

Highlights

  • International conferences and expert panel discussions
  • B2B meetings and global networking opportunities
  • Showcase of cutting-edge agricultural innovations and technologies
  • Dialogue on global rice trade, market trends, and sustainability
  • Participation from stakeholders across the entire rice value chain

Highlights of BIRC 2025

  • 10,854 visitors
  • 1,083 international buyers
  • Participation from 90+ countries
  • USD 3.02 billion in export value generated
  • 8.63 million MT export commitments
  • USD 19.60 million average business generated per exhibitor
  • 16.9 crore digital impressions

For More Details

Website: www.birc.in

Exhibition & Booking: booking@birc.in

General Enquiries: visit@birc.in

Contact: +91 73030 93821

Contact at Embassy

Ms. Amandeep Kaur, Marketing Executive
com2.oslo@mea.gov.in

📄 Download Brochure BIRC 2026
📋 Download Concept Note

Launch of e-OCI Card

Launch of e-OCI Card

The Government of India has launched electronic Overseas Citizen of India (e-OCI) Cards in lieu of physical OCI cards for the new applicants and existing OCI card holding physical booklets. The following are the useful points with regard to e-OCI cards:

a)

e-OCI Card has been launched on 30 June 2026 for new applicants and existing OCI physical booklet holders.

b)

The new e-OCI Card incorporates enhanced security features and has been integrated with all Immigration Check Posts (ICPs).

c)

e-OCI Card holders are not required to carry a physical OCI card for immigration clearance and other associated services.

d)

The e-OCI Card can be downloaded through the OCI Services Portal and the official Indian Visa Su-Swagatam Mobile App.

e)

Existing physical OCI booklets shall continue to remain valid and will be accepted for immigration and other associated services.

Important Notice: It is informed that now onwards, only digital OCI card (e-OCI) will be issued to all new OCI applicants as well as existing physical booklet OCI Card holders.
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