Germany Eliminates Airport Transit Visa Requirement for Indian Passengers
The relaxed visa rules, effective from 3 June 2026, allow Indian nationals to transit through the international transit areas of German airports without a separate transit visa.
This decision is expected to streamline air travel and boost business and tourism linkages between India and European destinations.
Key Facts / Static GK
Germany Currency: Euro
Germany Chancellor: Friedrich Merz
Germany President: Frank-Walter Steinmeier
Practice Quiz — 5 June 2026
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elections: 1. Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have been elected as non-permanent members. 2. Their two-year term will commence on 1 January 2027. 3. They will replace members including Denmark, Greece, and Pakistan. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q2. What is the maximum subsidy amount provided to households for installing a rooftop solar system of 3 kW or more under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?
Q3. With reference to Flex-Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) in India, consider the following statements: 1. They can operate on fuel blends ranging from E20 to E100. 2. The country's first flex-fuel passenger car is developed by Maruti Suzuki. Which of the statement(s) is/are correct?
Q4. Which central ministry has launched 'Mission Senehjori' to transform Assam's Muga Silk into a global luxury brand?
Q5. The Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) was recently established as a joint bilateral initiative between India and which other country?
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