A record 1.15 million Indians applied for Schengen visas in 2025 — here's where they want to goIndian demand for European travel surged in 2025, with a record 1.15 million Schengen visa applications filed, making India the third-large...
30 May, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
One in six Indian Schengen visa applications were rejected in 2025 — these countries denied the mostIn 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, resulting in a 15.8% non-issuance rate. While India was a major ...
30 May, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
In 2024, a tourist at a beach bar in Varna, Bulgaria, noticed this table was actually an ancient artifact, later identified as a 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagusA Roman sarcophagus, dating back to the 2nd century AD, was discovered serving as a table at a beach bar in Varna, Bulgaria. This ancient r...
29 May, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
Quote of the day by Epicurus: 'Not what we have but what we...' Life lessons on success, wealth and health by popular Greek philosopherQuote of the day by Epicurus focuses on the idea that happiness does not come from wealth or possessions alone. The Greek philosopher expla...
26 May, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Pythagoras: ‘Choose rather to be strong of soul than…’ Powerful wisdom by Greek mathematician on importance of inner strengthAncient Greek thinker Pythagoras championed inner fortitude, urging us to cultivate a strong soul over a powerful physique. His philosophy,...
26 May, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Plutarch: 'Know how to listen, and you...'-Ancient philosopher's timeless lesson about listening, wisdom and why even difficult people can teach us somethingAncient philosopher Plutarch's timeless quote, "Know how to listen, and you will profit even from those who talk badly," offers a profound ...
26 May, 2026, 02.59 AM IST
Quote of the day by Herodotus: “Of all men’s miseries the bitterest is this: to know so much and to have control over nothing.” Learn the profound lessons on wisdom, powerlessness, destiny, human emotions, and the harsh reality of life from the author of The HistoriesQuote of the day by Herodotus: The powerful Herodotus quote, “Of all men’s miseries the bitterest is this,” still shapes modern wisdom disc...
25 May, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Quote of the day by Aristotle’s teacher, Plato: ‘Wise men speak because they have something to say, fools…’ Powerful words by the Greek philosopher that silence can be wiser than noiseThe lasting power of Plato’s quote lies in its simplicity. Most people have experienced moments where excessive talking exposed insecurity ...
23 May, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costsNations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel co...
20 May, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gainEuropeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights ...
19 May, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Aristotle: 'The safest way of not being very miserable is…'-Father of Political Science's timeless lesson on excellence, effort and destinyAristotle, the legendary philosopher of ancient Greece, asserted that greatness is the result of purposeful action rather than mere luck. I...
18 May, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
In 1892, French archaeologists studied an ancient Greek sanctuary on Mount Parnassus: Strange fault lines beneath the temple revived the mystery of Delphi’s OracleRecent geological investigations at Ancient Delphi have unearthed fault lines beneath the famed sanctuary. This hidden landscape may have r...
18 May, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
No, the Iran war won’t ground your European holiday flightA commentary on the US-Iran conflict says European summer flights are unlikely to face major disruptions for now, despite earlier fears ove...
18 May, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
In 1820, a farmer moved stones through ruins on a windy Greek island: A buried marble figure emerged from the rubble and became one of the world’s most famous sculpturesOn the idyllic shores of Milos in 1820, a farmer's unassuming chore of clearing stones opened the door to history when he stumbled upon the...
16 May, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Iran war creates new must-have for summer holidays: The plan BTravellers are changing holiday plans. Shorter trips in Europe are becoming popular. Rising airfares and conflict are causing concern. Many...
12 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Passengers evacuated from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship begin flying home from Canary IslandsPassengers from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius are flying home from Tenerife. They are being evacuated by military and governmen...
11 May, 2026, 06.36 AM IST