If you commute between Delhi and Meerut, travel just got a serious upgrade. The full 82-km Namo Bharat corridor is now operational, cutting travel time to under an hour at speeds of up to 160 kmph. With 16 stations across Delhi and Uttar Pradesh — and Meerut Metro running on the same high-speed network — it marks India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System in full swing.
Apricot Blossom Festival 2026: Your complete guide to Ladakh’s spring spectacle
Every April, Ladakh transforms into a pink-and-white dreamscape as the Apricot Blossom Festival — locally known as Chuli Mentok — marks the arrival of spring. From the best valleys to witness the bloom to weather tips and how to reach, here’s everything you need to plan a trip to this fleeting Himalayan celebration.
Holi 2026: Where to play, dance and celebrate
Planning your March 4 celebrations? From high-energy music festivals and rain-dance carnivals to family-friendly, tradition-rooted gatherings, cities across India are gearing up for Holi 2026 in full colour. Whether you’re eyeing mega parties in Delhi-NCR, DJ-led spectacles in Bengaluru, or Mumbai’s mix of luxury pool events and Braj-inspired celebrations, take a look at city-wise guides to the biggest Holi 2026 parties — venues, vibes, ticket details and what to expect.
You could also pack a bag and head to the heart of it all. From the playful chaos of Lathmar Holi in Barsana and the warrior spirit of Hola Mohalla in Punjab, to Kumaon’s musical gatherings and Manipur’s moonlit Yaoshang celebrations, each region paints the festival differently.
Kerala will soon be called Keralam. Here’s a look at the name changes of Indian states over the years
UK switches to eVisas: What Indian travellers need to know about the new digital visa system
The UK has begun replacing passport visa stickers with digital eVisas, allowing most applicants to keep their passports while their application is processed. From how the new UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) system works to ETA rules and boarding requirements, here’s a simple guide for Indian travellers planning their next trip to Britain.
Dates remain central to iftar tables across continents. DYK India is the world’s largest importer?
Samsung Galaxy S26 series unveiled: AI-first phones, privacy display debut and India pricing revealed
Unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, the Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra double down on proactive AI features and introduce a built-in privacy display on the Ultra. With manufacturing rooted in Noida, R&D powered by Bengaluru, and India prices starting at ₹87,999, Samsung is sharpening its play in the super-premium segment against Apple, while rivals may soon follow its privacy-tech lead.
When numbers shape nutrition: Are health metrics redefining how India eats?
From continuous glucose monitors to AI-powered nutrition apps, food in urban India is increasingly filtered through data dashboards and spike scores. As personalised metabolic tracking goes mainstream in a country battling rising diabetes rates, here’s an exploration of whether numbers are empowering smarter choices, or quietly rewriting our relationship with food.
The Bangash brothers take the sarod into the wild
In conversation with CNBC-TV18, sarod maestros Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash speak about their new album Celebrating Our Tigers, inspired by India’s iconic reserves from Ranthambore to the Sundarbans. Their latest work also marks their appointment as Goodwill Ambassadors for WWF-India.
‘I didn’t picture it happening like this’: Flipperachi on FA9LA, faith and fame
From being a hip-hop-obsessed kid in Bahrain to seeing FA9LA travel across borders, and land in Dhurandhar, Flipperachi tells CNBC-TV18 how virality surprised him, and what success looks like beyond the hype.
What we watched this week: Accused on Netflix
Directed by Anubhuti Kashyap and starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta, Netflix’s Accused sets up a tense workplace misconduct thriller but never quite delivers. Despite strong talent and a layered theme, the film struggles with sketchy character arcs, uneven tone and a whodunnit that fails to grip.
