Articles by Preeti Verma Lal
Are you a digital nomad? Know all about the Destination Thailand Visa
Thailand has launched a 5-year multiple entry Destination Thailand Visa that will allow digital nomads to learn Thai soft-power activities to stay and work.
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 01:00 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, Delhi
Nelson Mandela International Day: On a Mandela trail through South Africa
Walk through Robben Island prison where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27-year prison sentence, visit the Capture Site, and eat what he loved most.
Published on Jul 18, 2024 07:29 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
International Entrepreneur Rule that allows temporary stay in the US, explained
The rule gives non-citizen entrepreneurs the approval to stay in the US for up to five years if they meet the investment and ownership of the start-up criteria.
Published on Jul 15, 2024 11:00 AM IST
Study Abroad: All about Canberra’s top universities & scholarships
Ranked #29 in world’s Best Student Cities by QS World University Ranking 2024, Canberra has a few top ranked universities & is part of Welcoming Cities Network
Updated on Jul 09, 2024 03:03 PM IST
Paris 2024 Olympic Games: 10 unusual things to do in Paris
From the Homoerotic tour of the Louvre to Gustave Eiffel’s secret’s apartment, there’s so much in Paris that’s beyond the obvious.
Published on Jul 09, 2024 01:17 PM IST
Paris 2024 Olympics: Where to buy tickets and other essential details
If you are planning to attend Paris 2024 Olympic, here’s a quick look at buying tickets, accommodation and all that you can watch without paying a penny.
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 08:26 PM IST
World Chocolate Day: 10 best cities for chocolate lovers
From Bruges to Paris to Oaxaca, Cologne and Le Fortuna, on World Chocolate Day, let’s stroll through the world’s best cities for chocolate lovers.
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 01:55 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
Paris 2024 Olympics: 10 best places to eat in Paris
Here are 10 Parisian restaurants that you cannot miss if you are planning to attend the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Published on Jul 01, 2024 01:12 PM IST
Study Abroad: Affordable medical education abroad for Indian students
Each year, approximately 25,000 Indian students go abroad to study medicine and they are exploring lesser-known but more affordable destinations.
Published on Jun 26, 2024 11:26 AM IST
International Day of Yoga: 10 unusual yoga styles
On this International Day of Yoga 2024, why not try something a little different on the yoga mat… or your motorcycle.
Published on Jun 21, 2024 10:49 AM IST
Sustainable Gastronomy Day: Chefs talk of their sustainable gastronomy practices
Chefs across the world are now including sustainability as best practice - reducing carbon footprint, sourcing local produce, planting their own herb gardens.
Published on Jun 18, 2024 01:14 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, Delhi
India’s ties with University of Birmingham dates back to 1909: Lord Bilimoria
Lord Karan Bilimoria, Chancellor, University of Birmingham, talks about the university’s more than £1 million scholarships for Indian students and more.
Published on Jun 11, 2024 12:01 PM IST
5 best diving sites that every scuba diver must visit
Slip into your wetsuit, wear the fins and dive gear and head to the heart of the ocean to enjoy its splendour and richness. Do not miss the fascinating wrecks.
Published on Jun 11, 2024 11:04 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
World Oceans Day: Sustainable Beaches in the World
Radhanagar Beach ranked #2 in Tripadvisor’s Top 10 Sustainable Beaches in the World. In 2004, Time magazine named Radhanagar Beach as the Best Beach in Asia.
Published on Jun 08, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, Delhi
World Environment Day: Are we in the middle of a man-made Sixth Mass Extinction?
One million of the world’s estimated 8 million species of plants and animals are threatened with extinction. Are we heading to the Sixth Mass Extinction?
Published on Jun 05, 2024 04:52 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
World No-Tobacco Day (May 31): How tobacco is poisoning our planet
On World No-Tobacco Day, let’s look at the immense environmental damage caused by tobacco products.
Published on May 31, 2024 09:09 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
International Day of Potato: 10 unusual potato dishes from around the world
Potatoes are loved globally, with 4,000 varieties in 130 countries. On International Day of Potato, let's celebrate with some unique potato dishes.
Updated on May 30, 2024 10:17 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
What UK’s new visa rules mean for Indian students and migrants, as per experts
If this policy is tweaked to restrict visas to only “the best and the brightest” and curb the influx of students, Indian students will be the most affected.
Updated on May 24, 2024 11:44 AM IST
International Tea Day 2024: Step into the world’s best tearooms and houses
Celebrate International Tea Day 2024 by exploring the world's finest tearooms and houses, from historic Kyoto to modern New York, offering unique tea culture.
Published on May 21, 2024 08:29 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
World Bee Day: Bees are buzzing again in Goa as locals, govt promote beekeeping
Globally, May 20 is celebrated as World Bee Day. As bee population is declining in Goa, locals are stepping up to create awareness about importance of bees.
Published on May 20, 2024 08:18 AM IST
Lok Sabha Election: Remembering Sanyogita Rane, Goa’s first & only female MP
With BJP having fielded Pallavi Dempo as its first female Lok Sabha candidate in Goa, old-timers remember Sanyogita Rane, the state's first and only female MP.
Published on May 06, 2024 04:33 PM IST
Lok Sabha elections: Remembering Peter Alvares, Goa’s first member of Parliament
As Goa votes on May 7, old timers remember Peter Alvares, the man who played a key role in Goa’s liberation and later elected as its first MP.
Published on Apr 28, 2024 04:31 PM IST
Lok Sabha elections: It is raining cash, alcohol, drugs, freebies in Goa
Between March 1 and April 13, cash totalling ₹15.64 crore, more than 1 lakh litres of alcohol, precious metal worth ₹3.78 crore have been seized.
Published on Apr 20, 2024 11:16 AM IST
Lok Sabha elections: When only ‘privileged’ Goans were eligible to vote
On May 7, 11,66,939 Goans will vote for 2 seats. But during Portuguese regime, voters had to be educated and taxpayers to be eligible to vote.
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 03:58 PM IST
Study Abroad: All about UniCreds’ ₹50 lakh Fly High Scholarship
UniCreds' Fly High Scholarship Program offering up to ₹50 lakhs scholarships for Indian students aiming for higher education in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada
Published on Apr 10, 2024 05:01 PM IST
Study Abroad: Take a look at University of Glasgow’s new India Merit award 2024
The University of Glasgow is among the world's top 100 universities, and its brand new India Merit Award is a huge incentive for Indian students.
Updated on Apr 08, 2024 02:32 PM IST
Eid Special: 10 most beautiful mosques in the world
As the world gets ready to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, let’s discover some of the most beautiful mosques in the world.
Updated on Apr 08, 2024 11:47 AM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, New Delhi
Know all about migrating to world’s top 3 happiest countries
Finland, Denmark & Iceland are the world’s top 3 happiest countries.
Published on Mar 22, 2024 02:51 PM IST
Study Abroad: 10 most affordable universities every Indian student must know
Worried about finances for an education abroad? Don’t. There are several affordable universities, with a few not charging even a single penny as tuition fee.
Published on Mar 21, 2024 03:58 PM IST
Planning for Goa for Good Friday/Easter holidays? Do not miss these festivals
From a ‘joyful horse’ dance to walking on embers, a festival of thieves and Shigmo, this holiday shun the touristy attractions and partake in Goan festivals.
Updated on Mar 21, 2024 03:34 PM IST
Preeti Verma Lal, Delhi
