New Delhi, July 23 -- India has recorded its sharpest jump on the Henley Passport Index, climbing eight spots to rank 77th in 2025. Indian passport holders now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access in 59 countries, according to the Index released on July 22.

Though only two new destinations were added to India's visa-free list, experts view the leap as a sign of India's expanding diplomatic outreach and improved global mobility.

The Henley Passport Index, based on IATA data, ranks 199 countries by the number of destinations accessible without a prior visa. Singapore leads the 2025 list with access to 193 countries. Japan and South Korea share second place with 190, followed by several EU nations like France, Germany, and Spain at 18...