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Former visa officer explains what to do after your F1 visa gets denied. Former visa officer Yvette Bansal explained that most of the F1 visa applicants in India are getting rejected on 214(b), and it means teh visa has been refused on either of the following grounds: whether you will use the visa class appropriately, whether you are able to finance your education, if you are a genuine student or not. “It’s not a permanent ban. It is a refusal that another visa officer can choose to overturn, but the refusal will always be on your record,” Bansal said in…

For decades, beach holidays have been considered as the perfect way to destress. Just the image of soaking feet in clear blue waters while listening to the soft music produced by waves can relax your soul. There is no doubt that beach vacations help people relax their mind, body and soul. However, psychologists say spiritual journeys work through an entirely different pathway, one that often creates deeper emotional changes and a stronger sense of purpose long after the trip ends.From walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain to undertaking the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, meditating in Bodh Gaya, or…

United States’ Folarin Balogun warms up ahead of the World Cup round of 16 match between the United States and Belgium.(AP Photo) Star forward Folarin Balogun has been named in the United States’ starting lineup for Tuesday’s high-voltage World Cup Round of 16 clash against Belgium, taking the pitch just hours after FIFA rejected an official European appeal in a controversy that has completely divided the sporting world.Balogun was slapped with an automatic one-match ban after receiving a straight red card for stepping on an opponent’s ankle during the Americans’ 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina. However, following a personal phone call…

RRB releases NTPC Graduate Level CBT-II admit card for July 10 examination, download link active now NEW DELHI: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the admit card for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate Level Computer-Based Test (CBT)-II recruitment examination. Candidates scheduled to appear for the examination on July 10, 2026, can now download their hall tickets from the respective regional RRB websites.The admit card has been issued for candidates who qualified in the CBT-I examination, the results of which were announced earlier. Applicants can access their CBT-II admit cards by logging in with their registration number, enrolment number…

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas had all eyes on them as they made a stylish appearance at the Paris Fashion Week. The star couple put their fashion foot forward as they sat front row for the Dior Fall/Winter 2026–2027 Haute Couture Show.Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas spotted in ParisTurning the workday outing into a glamorous date night, the two were seen walking hand-in-hand, posing for photos and even interacting with fellow celebrity guests at the venue. For the event, Nick looked dapper in a classic grey suit and statement shoes. Priyanka stole the spotlight in a dramatic layered orange gown…

‘The ocean keeps every secret, but charges salt for storage’ A fisherman in Kochi pulls in his net before sunrise. The catch is ordinary, but the sea behind it is not. It has carried centuries of storms, shipwrecks, drowned cargo, and human silence. None of it is returned in the same form.The proverb “The ocean keeps every secret, but charges salt for storage” captures that idea. The ocean becomes a holder of everything it receives. It does not speak back. It does not forget either. What it stores slowly changes the water itself. The “charge” is salt, a reminder that…

Expensive birthday party or a holiday with kids This family chose the latter and explains why it became the best parenting formula Every parent wants to make their child’s birthday special. For some, that means a grand celebration with themed decorations, entertainers, return gifts, and a long guest list. But now, parenting styles are changing. Some parents are choosing different ways to create lasting memories. One such heartfelt practice was recently shared by a mother through a social media post. Parenting influencer Ritu Dangi shared why her family skips extravagant birthday parties for their kids and chooses to travel instead.…

Sanju Samson and Ashok Sharma (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: World Cup-winning wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson was on Monday left out of India’s squad for the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe later this month after a poor run of form.The selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced a 15-member squad with Shreyas Iyer as captain. Teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi retained his place after making his international debut against England. Fast bowlers Ashok Sharma and Yash Thakur received their maiden India call-ups, while Punjab wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh also earned his first senior national team selection.India will play three T20Is against Zimbabwe in Harare…

The KEAM 2026 trial allotment has been published to help candidates evaluate their expected seat allocation before the actual counselling process advances. Aspirants can access the result through the candidate portal and make changes to their college and course preferences until the specified deadline, ahead of the Phase 1 provisional and final allotments. (Representative image) The Kerala Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) is expected to release the KEAM 2026 Trial Allotment result on July 6. Although the trial allotment does not ensure seat allocation, it serves the purpose of enabling candidates to assess their present preferences before proceeding with the…

Amitabh Bachchan called at 3 am to buy Ayodhya land and transferred Rs 15 crore the next day, recalls Abhinandan Lodha Amitabh Bachchan personally called The House of Abhinandan Lodha founder and chairman Abhinandan Lodha at around 3 am to enquire about buying land in Ayodhya and transferred Rs 15 crore the very next day after learning the price, the real estate entrepreneur has revealed.Speaking at the Hindustan Times India Next Real Estate Summit 2026, Lodha recalled that he was in Australia in 2023 when he noticed a couple of missed calls and a message from the Bollywood superstar.”There were…