As the deadline (January 13th) set by India for indictment of Devyani Khobragade in Visa fraud charges, The Central government began to intensify diplomatic pressure on the United States. The government directed US diplomats in India to stop commercial activities like restaurant/bar, video club, bowling alley, swimming pool, sports field, beauty parlour and gym in the embassy premises.
They also asked to submit tax returns filed for the commercial activities served to non-diplomatic persons, including private American citizens and their families. Indian Government also made sure that US diplomatic vehicles will now attract penalties for all traffic-related offences such as unauthorized parking, red light jumping, dangerous driving, etc. They are also gearing up for action against Vehicles with AF (Applied for) number plates.
