Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Russia will permit Indian tourists to travel visa-free starting in March 2025, as part of bilateral efforts to simplify visa requirements. This decision comes after a notable increase in Indian visitors, with Moscow experiencing a 1.5x rise in Indian travellers in the first half of 2024 and over 60,000 Indian visitors in 2023, reflecting a 26% growth from 2022. The move highlights India's significance as a priority market for Russia and aims to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.