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Indian ex-navy officer detained in Qatar despite acquittal

A former Indian Navy officer remains imprisoned in Qatar despite a reported acquittal, prompting his family to seek urgent government intervention.

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Doha, Qatar
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Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 16:04 UTC
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Former Indian Navy officer Purnendu Tiwary remains detained in a Doha prison, even after a Qatari court reportedly acquitted him in a separate case. His family is now urgently appealing to the Indian Prime Minister's Office and top authorities for diplomatic intervention, warning that further delays could endanger his health and safety. The situation has renewed focus on the long-running Qatar espionage controversy involving Indian nationals.
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