India, June 15 -- US President Donald Trump's administration is reportedly contemplating extending the travel ban to citizens from an additional 36 countries.

Reuters, citing a memo signed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, reported that the department has outlined a dozen concerns about the countries in question and sought corrective action.

"The Department has identified 36 countries of concern that might be recommended for full or partial suspension of entry if they do not meet established benchmarks and requirements within 60 days," the internal cable sent out over the weekend and seen by Reuters said.

The cable indicated that the state department expressed concerns regarding the absence of a capable or cooperative government in...