In a major relief to Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) who have taken asylum in foreign countries and were often denied consular services by Indian missions there for being on the local black list, India has directed its missions abroad to abolish such lists. This will help asylum-takers avail of consular services, including visa and OCI services.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/government-asks-missions-abroad-to-abolish-local-black-list-to-extend-consular-services-to-indian-asylum-takers/articleshow/69077495.cms