Passport

Citizens of Nepal, Bhutan not required to carry passport, visa for entering India, says MHA's new directive

Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan, along with Indians arriving from these countries by land or air, will no longer need a passport or visa to enter India, says MHA in its new directive.

Rare 1926 British Indian Passport goes viral, leaves netizens amazed

A rare vintage 1926 British Indian passport goes viral on Instagram, leaving netizens amazed at its history, details, and colonial-era significance.

Indian Embassy in Kuwait introduces new passport photo rules from September 1: What you need to know

Indian Embassy in Kuwait enforces new ICAO-compliant passport photo rules from Sept 1, 2025. Ensure your photos meet standards to avoid delays.

India issues blue, white, red and orange passports: What they mean and who gets them

India issues blue, white, red, and orange passports to categorize travelers. Learn what each color means, who gets them, and how e-passports make travel secure and efficient.

India’s Chip-Based E-Passports: Everything You Need to Know

India's new chip-enabled e-passports offer enhanced security, faster immigration processing, and seamless global travel. Learn about the benefits, rollout, and what travelers need to know about this major upgrade in international mobility.

Now Add Your Spouse’s Name to Your Passport Without a Marriage Certificate – Here’s What You Need to Know

The Ministry of External Affairs now allows passport applicants to add their spouse's name without a marriage certificate. Learn how Annexure J simplifies the process for Indian couples.

Top 10 most powerful passports in the World: 2025 Rankings

Discover the top 10 most powerful passports of 2025, including Singapore, Japan, and more. Learn how India ranks and which nations offer the best global mobility.

UAE rolls out new visa-on-arrival policy for Indians: All you need to know

These passports shall be valid for six months, the Indian mission in the UAE announced via a post on social media on October 17.

Why a 'Game of Thrones' name caused passport delay for 6-year-old girl called Khaleesi

While Game of Thrones trademarks do exist, they apply to goods and services, not personal names. Following public outcry, the Passport Office apologised, acknowledging their mistake.

Express Group promoter recounts losing bag with passport at Milan airport: 'Gang of 3 targeted us...'

The police at the Italian airport apparently said that it was the fourth such incident in six hours. Moreover, there weren't any CCTV cameras in the area where the incident happened to protect 'passenger privacy'.

Vir Sanghvi after getting his new passport in 24 hours: 'How fortunate we are in India'

'In few countries will you get a new passport in a couple of days,' author and anchor Vir Sanghvi said. 'At least in Delhi, the passport offices have actually got more citizen-friendly over the last year.'

MEA processing Karnataka govt's request to cancel Prajwal Revanna's diplomatic passport: Report

Official sources said that the MEA has received a letter from the Karnataka government seeking revocation of Revanna's diplomatic passport.

'Very scary': Kerala doctor, wife recall losing passports, wallet to pickpockets in Italy

Jothydev Kesavadev, a physician and diabetes researcher, had reached out to Congress MP Shashi Tharoor for help. 'His response was quick and powerful. He immediately informed the Indian consulate in Italy and by 9 am, I received a call from there,' he said.

For Aatmanirbhar Bharat, more Indian carriers must fly to USA

Air India remains the only Indian carrier currently operating flights to destinations in the US. There is no reason why promoters of Indian carriers currently in operation can’t fly long haul to meet national aspirations. How long should India be dependent on foreign airlines?

Pakistan citizens face backlog of passports due to shortage of lamination paper

The situation has put the future of thousands of Pakistan citizens who had plans to travel abroad for study, work, or leisure in jeopardy.

Kerala man's old passport becomes wife's scribble pad for 'coriander powder, Raju newspaper'

The expired passport had come to double as a meticulous phone book, with numerous numbers scribbled across its unused pages.

EaseMyTrip collaborates with DuDigital Global to improve visa and passport services

This partnership will simplify and enhance the travel documentation process providing cost-effective and efficient travel solutions to customers.

Pet dog chews up owner's passport days before his wedding in Italy

Donato Frattaroli and his fiancee Magda Mazri’s wedding is supposed to happen on August 31 but now is in jeopardy after the incident.

How this woman was allegedly conned into paying Rs 82,000 fine for a 'dirty passport' in Bali

The airport staff accused the woman of breaking the law due to her damaged passport and offered to resolve the issue in exchange for a fee of $1000.

Rahul Gandhi issued ordinary passport, all set for US visit

The former Congress president, who had applied for an ordinary passport after surrendering the old diplomatic passport issued to him when he was a member of parliament, is set to travel to San Francisco in the United States on Monday evening on a three-city tour.

Rahul Gandhi to get new passport by Sunday: sources

The former Congress president is set to travel to San Francisco in the United States on Monday evening where he will start his three-city tour. He had applied for an ordinary passport after surrendering the old diplomatic passport issued to him when he was a member of parliament.

Delhi court to pass order on Rahul Gandhi's passport plea later in day