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- The Indian central government has announced new passport rules that include fee hikes across various processing categories.
- The fee hike applies to fresh passport issuance and renewals.
- Tatkaal processing will also cost more under the new rules.
- Replacing lost or damaged passports and obtaining Police Clearance Certificates will attract higher fees too.
- The changes mean Indians will pay more for most passport services across all categories.
What to watch next
- The exact revised fee amounts for each category
- The date from which the new rules take effect
- Whether states or passport offices issue implementation details
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