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Australians who fly home from India during COVID travel ban face up to five years’ jail
Australians stuck in COVID-ravaged India could face up to five years in jail and heavy fines if they breach a travel ban to return home.
The temporary ban begins on Monday and applies to any travellers who have visited India within 14 days of their intended arrival date in Australia.
Health Minister Greg Hunt said the new measures were due to an “unmanageable” number of arrivals from the country who have tested positive to COVID-19.
Breaches of the travel ban could lead to five years’ imprisonment, a $66,000 fine or both.
“However, it is critical the integrity of the Australian public health and quarantine systems is protected and the number of…
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