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1. Which country did the Indian embassy rescue 47 Indians who were trapped in cyber scam centres?
The Indian embassy successfully rescued 47 Indians from cyber scam centres in Laos, specifically in the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone. These individuals were lured into working for cybercriminals. The embassy has been actively involved in the safe return of these citizens, with 30 already back in India and 17 more expected soon. This incident underscores the growing concerns about cyber scams targeting Indian nationals abroad, leading authorities to warn citizens to exercise caution and conduct proper due diligence to avoid falling victim to such scams.