Passport is travel document, was never citizenship proof: MEAIndia's passport services have seen a massive expansion, with 1.5 crore services delivered last year and processing times now averaging six...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Indian Army contingent participates in Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 in MongoliaThe 23rd edition of the Multilateral Joint Military Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 is currently underway at the Five Hills Training Area, Ulaanb...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Indian passport, visa services to move to a new system in UAE. Here's what changes from July 1Indian passport, visa, and consular services in the UAE are set for a major overhaul from July 1, 2026, with Alhind Tours and Travels LLC t...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
IndiaAI backing could make government a minority shareholder in SarvamThe central government could end up with a 1-2% stake in AI startup Sarvam, valued at $1.5 billion, as part of its $300 million funding rou...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
India at risk of AI blackout? Why Bernstein wants India to have its own DeepSeekBernstein has warned that India risks an "AI blackout" if it remains dependent on foreign AI models, urging the country to develop its own ...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Travelling to Indonesia? Here's what Indian tourists need to knowIndian travellers heading to Indonesia must ensure all entry documents are in order, as immigration authorities can deny entry. The Consula...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
ISRO invites proposals from Indian researchers to study XPoSat Mission dataLaunched on January 1, 2024, the XPoSat, or X-ray Polarimeter Satellite, currently orbits Earth in a near-equatorial orbit at an altitude o...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
Toasting with Indian whisky: On the house diplomats turning ambassadors of Desi single maltsIndian diplomats are increasingly championing domestic single malt whiskies abroad, transforming embassies into showcases for connoisseurs....
22 Jun, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Indian captain of sanctioned Russian oil tanker arrested in UK; family seeks government interventionAn Indian captain, Ajay Pant, has been arrested in the UK and charged with breaching sanctions after his Russian oil tanker was intercepted...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Indian passport, visa services in UAE to pause for five days from June 26Indian passport, visa, and attestation services in the UAE will be temporarily suspended from June 26-30 due to a change in service provide...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
In 1981, when ISRO carried its APPLE on bullock cart for just Rs 150, the world laughed; Today, the same story is hailed as a masterstroke of innovationIndia's space journey began with innovation. In 1981, the APPLE satellite mission highlighted ISRO's resourcefulness. Engineers used a bull...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
IndAI sovereignty, a fable: Frontier AI is now a geopolitical tool — India must leverage its market accessibilityIndia faces a critical juncture as powerful AI models are restricted by the US. This move impacts the security of India's digital infrastru...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.53 PM IST
India to change passport, visa service provider in UAE from July 1A new service provider will manage Indian passport, visa, and consular services across the UAE starting July 1, 2026. Al Hind Tours and Tra...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Fable 5 shock puts sovereign AI back on India’s agendaUS export controls on advanced AI models have spurred India's call for sovereign AI development. Industry leaders warn against reliance on ...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India warns citizens in Canada against fraud callers claiming to be consulate officialsIndian citizens in Canada are receiving scam calls. Fraudsters are pretending to be consulate officials. They are asking for personal infor...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
India warns citizens in Canada against fraudsters posing as consulate officialsIndian nationals in Canada are warned by the Consulate General of India in Toronto about fraudulent calls. Scammers are impersonating consu...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
US to offer B1/B2 visa interview appointments within 10 days for additional $750 feeThe US State Department will launch a pilot programme from July 1 allowing certain consulates to offer B1/B2 visa applicants interview appo...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST