New passport rules for Indian travellers: Latest validity periods to fees explained for children to senior citizens; what changes if you are under 15, 18 or above

In a recent update, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has introduced some major changes to India’s passport rules. A new validity framework for passports has been introduced for children below 15 years of age. Under the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026, an ordinary 36-page passport issued to a child below 15 will be valid for … Read more

5 simple tips to pick the sweetest and freshest ones

There’s nothing quite as disappointing as biting into an apple you picked out carefully at the store, only to find it mealy, bland, or worse, weirdly sour when you were expecting something crisp and sweet. Most of us just grab whatever looks shiny and red without really knowing what we’re actually looking for, and honestly, … Read more

Suchika Tariyal: Meet Suchika Tariyal, the 36-year-old who had ‘given up’ on her sporting career and is now India’s first MMA Asian Games Medalist

There are moments in a sportsperson’s career that are important simply because of what their score says; then there are those whose backstory of hope is worth listening to.One such deeply inspiring story is about Suchika Tariyal’s bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026. On the very first day of the Games, the 36-year-old stepped … Read more

Australian Indigenous Voter Enrolment Edges up by an Extra 20,000

A man walks in front of Redfern train station in Sydney, Australia on Oct. 14, 2023. Saeed Khan/AFP via Getty Images The maintenance of high Indigenous voter enrolment as shown in the latest estimates is “incredibly pleasing,” the electoral commissioner says. The annual estimate shows around 93.8 percent of all eligible Indigenous Australians are enrolled … Read more

When is the right time to add salt while cooking? Chefs share tips that elevate the taste of a dish

Curries are a different story because they involve several stages of cooking, from sautéing onions and spices to adding liquids and allowing everything to simmer. Instead of adding all the salt at once, dividing it between different stages can help season the dish more evenly. According to celebrity Chef Nishant Chaubey: “ If you are … Read more

Leafy Vegetables: 5 leafy vegetables that may offer more calcium, iron and fibre: Nutritious greens to add to your daily diet

Nutritious greens to add to your daily diet Most of us grew up being told to eat our greens, usually by a parent or grandparent standing over the dinner table, and honestly, they weren’t wrong. Leafy vegetables are some of the most nutrient-dense foods you can put on a plate, quietly packing in calcium, iron, … Read more

S Jaishankar: ‘Global order under stress’: Jaishankar calls for stronger multilateralism at UNGA | India News

EAM S Jaishankar during P4M Summit External affairs minister S Jaishankar called for stronger multilateralism to navigate rising geopolitical tensions, conflicts and global competition, as he co-chaired the first Partners for Multilateralism, International Law, Peace & Prosperity (P4M) Summit with European Council President Antonio Costa on Monday (local time). The summit was held on the … Read more

Psychology says people who always order the same food may have this reason behind the habit

People may return to the same dish for different reasons, including familiarity, habit, convenience, reducing the effort of making a decision or simply knowing they will enjoy the meal.For some people, a familiar order can also create a sense of comfort, particularly when they do not want to spend time weighing several options. Past experience … Read more

Albanese Joins 20 World Leaders Demanding Human Control of Artificial Intelligence

The EngineAI T800 humanoid robot is demonstrated during the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 6, 2026. Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined more than 20 world leaders in signing a major declaration calling for artificial intelligence to be kept … Read more

Bihar Harassment Case: ‘Chhitputh ghatna hoti rehti hai’: Bihar minister’s remarks on Jamui harassment case triggers row | India News

Jamui Police are investigating a harassment incident; Bihar leaders remarks sparts row NEW DELHI: Bihar minister Shrawon Kumar has drawn criticism for describing the harassment of a minor girl in Bihar’s Jamui as ‘Chhitputh’ (isolated) incident while asserting that the world is not entirely free from crime.He said, “These isolated incidents happen. Those who commit … Read more