In 2013, a Danish man set out to visit every country without flying; nearly 10 years later, the Maldives was his final stopTorbjorn Pedersen journeyed to 203 countries over nine years without flying. He faced malaria, gunmen, and a pandemic, which tested his res...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Australia bans most international students from bringing family membersAustralia will restrict most international students from bringing family members under a new migration package aimed at lowering net overse...
17 Sep, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Indian students plan longer stays abroad amid shifting global mobility rulesIndian students planning to study abroad appear more inclined to stay longer than their Chinese peers, according to the IELTS Voices 2026 s...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Indian citizens with select valid visas eligible for 30-day visa-free stay in Uzbekistan: Indian EmbassyIndian citizens holding specific multiple-entry visas can now enter Uzbekistan visa-free. This new rule allows eligible travelers a 30-day ...
14 Sep, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
Festive fever checks in early: Hotel bookings, room rates rise as Indians plan longer getawaysHotels are experiencing a strong festive season with increased bookings and revenue. Travelers are prioritizing family experiences and loca...
12 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
This 47-year-old Badlapur man drives a Mumbai cab by day and has 4 gold, 10 silver and 8 bronze international sports medals for IndiaParag Patil, a 47-year-old athlete from Badlapur, has won 22 international Masters athletics medals for India, including four gold, 10 silv...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
India-China thaw: Five things to know as Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to DelhiChinese President Xi Jinping heads to India for a summit on Saturday that could mark the biggest step in a cautious thaw after years of hos...
10 Sep, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
Germany beats US as top study-abroad choice for Indians as students chase cheaper degrees & clearer job routesGermany has overtaken the US as the top study-abroad choice among Indian students in upGrad’s 2026 survey, with preference for Germany jump...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
Indiaās higher education moment has arrived just as the world turns inwardIndia’s universities are gaining global visibility just as studying abroad becomes costlier and more uncertain. Better rankings, tighter vi...
08 Sep, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
US visa interview pause disrupts study plans of Indian, Chinese students; some forced to defer university admissionIndian and Chinese students face US visa interview delays. A temporary pause in appointments affects university plans for many. Some studen...
05 Sep, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
āYou need to become a maid, plumber, carpenter, technicianā: Indian man living in Norway gives a reality check on what life abroad is really likeMany Indians pursue opportunities overseas, often fixated on the allure of relocation rather than what life entails afterwards. While profe...
05 Sep, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
Australia bans new international student enrolments in graduate diploma courseAustralia has stopped new international student enrolments in the Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning), affecting 452 VET providers. T...
04 Sep, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
India-New Zealand FTA to come into force next month, grants 100% duty-free access to Indian exportsThe India-New Zealand free trade agreement will officially commence next month. This pact grants India one hundred percent duty-free access...
03 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Asian countries boost international student recruitment as US, UK, Canada, Australia tighten rulesAsian nations are increasing international student recruitment as Western countries tighten rules. China, Japan, and South Korea are expand...
02 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Indian students are warming up to foreign university campuses at homeIndian students are warming to foreign university campuses in India, with 68% saying they would consider such programmes, an Emeritus study...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Thailand cuts visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days for tourists from 60 countries, including IndiaThailand has cut its visa-free stay for tourists from 60 days to 30 days from September 15, 2026. Indians remain eligible for visa-free ent...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
Australia considers tighter student visa rules, impacting onshore applications and dependantsAustralia is considering stricter student visa rules which could limit onshore applications. Dependants for some international students may...
29 Aug, 2026, 01.04 PM IST