MUMBAI: Tourist visa applications for summer 2025 have witnessed an unprecedented 68% increase compared to the previous year, according to recent data from visa processing platform Atlys. This dramatic surge reflects a fundamental shift in how Indians view international travel, with vacation plans becoming a lifestyle priority rather than a luxury, it said.The platform reports…
Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer may have missed out on a well-deserved century, but his innings was met with admiration and applause from all corners. He remained unbeaten on 97 as he walked back, yet the smile on his face made it clear — his focus was on contributing…
Punjab Kings’ batter Shreyas Iyer celebrates with teammate Marcus Stoinis after his half century. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Big scores have been the trend in the Indian Premier League 2025, and Punjab Kings (PBKS) continued that pattern by registering the highest-ever T20 total at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The visitors posted a staggering…
GOP governors push for block grants to transform US education system under Trump In a bold move to reshape the US education system, Republican governors are pushing the Trump administration to grant them more control over federal education aid by converting it into block grants with fewer restrictions. This effort, which has long been championed…
Amy Jackson and Ed Westwick have delighted their fans by announcing the birth of their first child, a baby boy. The couple, who exchanged vows in August 2024, revealed that their newborn’s name is Oscar Alexander Westwick and shared endearing black-and-white photos of him on social media.Heartwarming Family MomentsWestwick shared a heartwarming glimpse into his…
Everyone wants to be successful in their professional lives, but not many can do so. While hard work and dedication can help one succeed at work, on the contrary, certain bad habits can have a negative effect and make one look unreliable and unprofessional. So much so that at times it can damage one’s reputation…
India and China hold positive talks for border management. As India and China look to reboot ties, building upon a spell of relative calm in the border areas, they held another round of diplomatic talks in a “positive and constructive” atmosphere, seeking ways to advance effective border management. The talks also prepared ground for another…
MUMBAI: Low-cost carrier IndiGo has launched two flights connecting beach destinations to cities, with the first launch happening this past weekend with flights from Mumbai to Seychelles and the other on set to happen on April 1 when the airline will have direct flights connecting Bhubaneshwar and Goa.The flight to Goa from the east coast…
Rahul Dravid with the KKR players (Video grab) NEW DELHI: On the eve of Rajasthan Royals‘ Indian Premier League 2025 clash against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, RR head coach Rahul Dravid, currently on a wheelchair due to injury, had a heartwarming interaction with KKR players, including Rinku Singh…
Shreyas Iyer (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy stint with Punjab Kings began in the perfect fashion, as he led his team to a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. His commanding unbeaten 97 with the bat and astute leadership helped Punjab…
