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Got a new passport? Don’t miss this free OCI update window
July 14, 2026 9:36 pm
OCI passport update can now be completed online. Know the step-by-step process, required documents, services, and the latest OCI rules.
Indian passport services in UAE get costlier from July 1: Check revised fees
July 02, 2026 4:23 pm
India has revised passport service fees for applicants in the UAE from July 1, 2026. Check the latest charges for fresh passports, Tatkaal services, renewals, and lost or damaged passports.
Indian passport fees in UAE increase from July 1: New charges for fresh passport, Tatkal, PCC
July 01, 2026 10:59 am
UAE Indian passport fees have been revised from July 1, with higher charges for fresh passports, reissue, Tatkal applications, lost passports and related consular services.
‘Irrational’, ‘alarming’: Opposition on former editor’s passport row
June 29, 2026 1:45 am
In a statement on Sunday, the Editors Guild of India condemned the bureaucracy’s “treatment” of Rajagopal, who said in a note on social media that he missed his daughter’s wedding in the United States because he did not possess an active passport.
Why passport is not proof of citizenship, and what purpose it actually serves
June 27, 2026 9:08 am
One reason the controversy has gained traction is that passports are routinely used to establish nationality abroad in a practical sense.
IPS officer demands foreign travel ban for unruly Indians tarnishing nation's reputation: ‘Visa rules are getting tougher’
June 02, 2026 2:24 pm
Arun Bothra’s remarks come amid growing criticism of several videos circulating online that show Indian tourists dancing in public places in countries such as Vietnam and the United States.
Indian expats in UAE to get passport renewal at home as new service provider replaces BLS International
May 21, 2026 5:05 pm
Marking the end of BLS International's decade-long tenure, Alhind Group is set to overhaul consular services for the UAE's 4 million-strong Indian diaspora with expanded centers and a flat-fee structure.
Top 10 strongest passports in the world: UAE keeps top spot; check India’s rank and peers
May 19, 2026 7:07 pm
Top 10 strongest passports in the world 2026 list: In less than 10 years, the UAE moved from 88th place to becoming the holder of the world’s most powerful passport.
7 countries with the coolest passport designs
May 15, 2026 6:21 pm
These beautifully designed passports stand out for their hidden artwork, cultural storytelling, and innovative security features.
You can now visit 192 countries visa-free with a Singapore passport; here’s where India stands
March 07, 2026 12:14 pm
At the very bottom of the index is Afghanistan (101st), whose passport holders can access only 24 destinations.
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Hunter Biden reveals new details of Joe Biden’s ‘painful cancer’ battle
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Former US President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to his bones and is causing him significant pain, his son Hunter Biden said. Hunter, who was speaking in a BBC interview broadcast, became emotional while discussing his father’s health and described the situation as difficult for the family.
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