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Italy to have fully online visas from June? There's no official word yet

Italian government channels have yet to verify a shift to fully digital visas, leaving current in-person application requirements in place

Italy to have fully online visas from June? There's no official word yet
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 6:20 PM IST

Thinking of a trust for estate planning? Costs, steps of process explained

Expert advice on the legal requirements, documentation, and essential structuring needed to establish a robust family trust for long-term wealth protection

Thinking of a trust for estate planning? Costs, steps of process explained
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 6:16 PM IST

Best FD rates March 2026: Up to 8.25% across small, private and PSU banks

Best FD rates in March 2026: Small finance banks offer up to 8.25% interest as FD rates vary across lenders. Here's how returns compare across tenures and bank types

Best FD rates March 2026: Up to 8.25% across small, private and PSU banks
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 5:33 PM IST

Steel, cast iron or non-stick: Which cookware is healthiest for cooking?

From stainless steel to cast iron and non-stick, experts explain which cookware suits daily use, what safety risks to watch for, and how to make healthier choices in your kitchen

Steel, cast iron or non-stick: Which cookware is healthiest for cooking?
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 4:16 PM IST

Canada immigration backlog dips below 1 million; study visa delays hit peak

Work permit processing improves, but study permit delays rise to highest level since 2022, according to IRCC data

Canada immigration backlog dips below 1 million; study visa delays hit peak
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 3:56 PM IST

ECI orders prior approval for political ads ahead of Assembly elections

The Election Commission has directed political parties and candidates to seek pre-approval for ads across TV and digital platforms amid concerns over misinformation and AI misuse in campaigns

ECI orders prior approval for political ads ahead of Assembly elections
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 3:25 PM IST

How sedentary lifestyles raise deep vein thrombosis risk in young adults

A growing 'sitting disease' is putting young adults at risk of DVT, with experts linking long hours of inactivity to dangerous blood clots

How sedentary lifestyles raise deep vein thrombosis risk in young adults
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

US begins Strait of Hormuz reopening push with war planes, but risks remain

US and allies have reportedly deployed A-10 jets and Apache helicopters to target Iranian boats, drones and missiles, but mines and hidden assets mean reopening Hormuz could still take weeks

US begins Strait of Hormuz reopening push with war planes, but risks remain
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 2:31 PM IST

Iran's enemies' security must be taken away, says Mojtaba Khamenei

Mojtaba Khamenei said Iran's enemies must lose their security and ruled out ceasefire talks, while state media shared a video of him teaching amid questions over his whereabouts

Iran's enemies' security must be taken away, says Mojtaba Khamenei
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 2:23 PM IST

H-1B, H-4 visa delays: US visitor visa a risky alternative, warn attorneys

With H-1B and H-4 visa slots hard to get, some turn to B-1/B-2. Lawyers say intent rules make this a risky choice

H-1B, H-4 visa delays: US visitor visa a risky alternative, warn attorneys
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 2:15 PM IST

Is it ageing or your thyroid? Why weight gain after 35 must not be ignored

If weight gain after 35 feels unexplained and doesn't improve with lifestyle changes, it could be thyroid-related. Doctors share warning signs and when to seek help

Is it ageing or your thyroid? Why weight gain after 35 must not be ignored
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 1:39 PM IST

Home loan rates start at 7.10% in March; state-owned banks lead in offers

Public sector banks and private lenders maintain competitive entry-level rates, though final pricing depends on borrower credit profile

Home loan rates start at 7.10% in March; state-owned banks lead in offers
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Refunds resume for Sahara coop societies investors: How to file a claim

Digital resubmission window offers a second chance for depositors to rectify applications rejected under Supreme Court oversight

Refunds resume for Sahara coop societies investors: How to file a claim
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 1:13 PM IST

'Grave miscalculation': Why Oman flagged US foreign policy misstep in Iran

Oman's foreign minister, Badr Albusaidi, has said that the United States allowed itself to be drawn into a war that could have been avoided through diplomacy

'Grave miscalculation': Why Oman flagged US foreign policy misstep in Iran
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

UK visa fee hike up to 25%: What students, workers, visitors will pay

UK raises visa and immigration fees by up to 25% from April 8, making visitor, student, work and settlement routes costlier for applicants, including Indians

UK visa fee hike up to 25%: What students, workers, visitors will pay
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 1:04 PM IST

Canada invites 1,243 for PR for those with Masters and PhD in Ontario

Ontario resumes Masters and PhD draws after 2024, inviting 1,243 candidates for provincial nomination leading to Canada PR

Canada invites 1,243 for PR for those with Masters and PhD in Ontario
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 12:48 PM IST

Centre invites bids to set up rare earth magnet unit under ₹7,280 cr scheme

The request for proposal seeks applicants to establish integrated Sintered NdFeB Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) units with a total capacity of 6,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA)

Centre invites bids to set up rare earth magnet unit under ₹7,280 cr scheme
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 12:35 PM IST

Can periods really sync with your friends? Here's what science says

Ever noticed your period arriving at the same time as your best friend's? Doctors say what looks like menstrual syncing may actually be coincidence driven by natural cycle variations

Can periods really sync with your friends? Here's what science says
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 12:25 PM IST

Targeting shipping, endangering civilian crews unacceptable: India at IMO

India warns against attacks on commercial ships at IMO meet, calls for restraint and dialogue and raises concerns over safety of seafarers and risks to global trade routes

Targeting shipping, endangering civilian crews unacceptable: India at IMO
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 12:25 PM IST

High ultra-processed food intake raises heart risk by 67%, finds study

Researchers warn that consuming ultra-processed foods-averaging nine servings daily-may harm heart health over time, even when the overall diet appears balanced.

High ultra-processed food intake raises heart risk by 67%, finds study
Updated On : 20 Mar 2026 | 12:19 PM IST