Author: Sharad Natani
India has officially entered the era of smart travel documents with the nationwide launch of e-passports, a major technological upgrade that promises faster airport verification, stronger security, and global-standard authentication. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that all new passport applicants — fresh or renewal — will now automatically receive e-passports equipped with RFID microchips and digitally secured data. Existing passports will remain fully valid until their expiry, ensuring smooth, disruption-free travel for all citizens. What Makes the New E-Passport Different? An e-passport is a modern, digitally enhanced version of the traditional booklet. While it looks similar from…
Andhra Pradesh is fast emerging as India’s hottest technology and investment hub, and the latest push has come from none other than Mukesh Ambani. Reliance Industries has announced plans to build a 1 GW, fully modular, AI-driven data centre, matching the scale of Google’s massive project already underway in the state. This announcement marks one of Reliance’s most significant expansions in the digital infrastructure and AI ecosystem, signalling a new era of global-standard data capabilities for India. Reliance’s Data Centre to Mirror Global Tech Giants The upcoming 1 GW AI data centre will be equipped with: Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)…
As lifestyle diseases continue to rise worldwide, the United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS) has released a set of eight easy, science-backed tips to help people eat healthier and improve overall wellbeing. These guidelines focus on everyday habits that anyone can adopt—no strict dieting, no expensive routines, and no complicated nutrition rules. The NHS highlights that good health starts with balanced eating, hydration, and daily movement. It further adds that staying away from foods high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats is essential for long-term health. 1. Choose High-Fibre Carbs The NHS suggests that just over one-third of your daily…
Divya Jhariya from Narsinghpur, Madhya Pradesh, has become an inspiration for thousands of young aspirants across the country. Cracking MPPSC not once but twice, and securing the highly respected post of DSP, Divya’s journey is a reminder that success becomes easier when you have the right person standing beside you. For Divya, that person was her boyfriend-turned-husband, Aditya Tiwari, who supported her at every stage of her preparation. From Engineering Topper to Civil Services Aspirant Divya has always been academically strong. After completing her schooling in Narsinghpur, she chose Mechanical Engineering and remained a top performer throughout her college years.…
In the remote hills of Northeast India, where wildlife hunting has long been a part of tradition, a quiet but powerful revolution is taking shape. A movement that began with concern for a shy, elusive creature — the pangolin — has today united 252 villages, mobilised thousands of locals, empowered youth, and turned football into a tool for wildlife protection. The pangolin, often called the “world’s most trafficked mammal,” has been disappearing rapidly due to illegal hunting and trade. Between 2018 and 2022 alone, over 1200 pangolins were found in illegal trade across India. In Manipur and other northeastern states,…
Gen Z lives on screens — and now, screens are starting to take a toll on them. From binge-watching till 3 AM to marathon gaming sessions and endless scrolling through reels, today’s youth are spending record-breaking hours glued to phones, laptops, and tablets. But health experts warn that this lifestyle is quietly triggering serious eye problems and raising the risk of early-onset diabetes in young Indians. Digital Eye Strain Is Now a Daily Health Crisis Doctors say complaints pouring in from teenagers and young adults resemble those once seen only among IT professionals. Symptoms include: ●Dry, itchy, burning eyes ●Blurred…