Pakistani wife seeks India entry; Delhi HC issues notice to Centre on visa row

• Pakistani woman Ruqaiya Obaeed moved to Delhi High Court to join her Indian husband, Ubada Abul Barakat Farooqi.
• The High Court issued a notice to the Central Government regarding her plea for a long-term visa (LTV).
• Her entry to India was affected by the government's suspension of visas for Pakistani nationals following the April 2025 Pahalgam attack.
• The court questioned why her LTV application was not considered while others were, listing the matter for November 12.
• Petitioners seek to quash an exit permit and obtain entry permission for Ruqaiya to rejoin her spouse.

Why It Matters: This case highlights challenges faced by cross-border couples due to political tensions.