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A passport is a travel document, usually issued by a country's government, that certifies the identity and nationality of its holder for the purpose of international travel. Standard passports may contain information such as the holder's name, place and date of birth, photograph, signature, and other identifying information.

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Single mother can obtain passport for minor child without father's consent if no court bar exists: Andhra Pradesh High Court

Jun 04, 2026, 13:13 (IST)

The Regional passport Office opposed the petition and argued that ordinarily the consent of both parents is required for issuance of a passport to a minor child.

passport office set to resume walk-in appts

Jun 09, 2026, 00:22 (IST)

‘Goal is to minimise applicant travel and strengthen digital services’: New Lucknow RPO Gyanveer Singh

TNN / Jun 06, 2026, 14:48 (IST)

Gyanveer Singh, a new Regional passport Officer in Lucknow, prioritizes reducing applicant visits through enhanced digital communication. He aims to streamline services, drawing on international experience to maintain India's efficient passport system. Singh has implemented measures like WhatsApp grievance redressal and the passport Van initiative to improve public access and applicant experience.

Lionel Messi's passport details among data leaked ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup title defence

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 11, 2026, 06:56 (IST)

Argentina's World Cup preparations were hit by a reported security lapse that exposed the passport details of the entire squad, including Lionel Messi, after an unredacted team sheet was circulated. Despite the off-field issue, Argentina finished their warm-up campaign strongly with a 3-0 win over Iceland. Goals from Valentin Barco, Messi and Thiago Almada secured victory ahead of their World Cup opener against Algeria.

passport Mela on June 13

Jun 10, 2026, 00:13 (IST)

No grievanceprog on Wed at passport office

Jun 10, 2026, 01:10 (IST)

Lionel Messi and Argentina squad hit by major privacy invasion, sensitive documents leak ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 10, 2026, 16:31 (IST)

Argentina’s preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026 have been overshadowed by an unexpected security mistake. passport details of captain Lionel Messi and every member of the Argentina national team were accidentally exposed before a World Cup warm-up match against Iceland in Alabama. The leak happened after an official team sheet containing sensitive information was released without properly hiding the passport numbers.

Man held for obtaining two passports with forged documents

Jun 06, 2026, 01:00 (IST)

Lionel Messi and Argentina stars left exposed after bizarre passport details leak before crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 11, 2026, 04:47 (IST)

Lionel Messi and Argentina’s squad were caught in an unusual data breach before their 3-0 friendly win over Iceland when passport details were accidentally released on an official team sheet. The leak affected the entire Argentina squad. On the field, goals from Valentin Barco, Lionel Messi and Thiago Almada secured victory as Messi also shared a positive injury update.

RPO Ahmedabad sets Wednesday window for walk-in passport queries

Jun 05, 2026, 00:20 (IST)

Bomb threats to post office, passport office turn hoax

Jun 05, 2026, 00:13 (IST)

Bomb threats to post office, passport office turn hoax

Jun 05, 2026, 00:05 (IST)

Chris Hemsworth and family DENIED boarding at airport over mix-up - Details Inside

etimes.in / Jun 05, 2026, 07:57 (IST)

Chris Hemsworth and his family faced an airport ordeal when a passport mix-up led to them being denied boarding for an international flight. The actor humorously recounted attempting to use his daughter's passport for his son, a plan quickly foiled by security. Despite the hiccup, Hemsworth prioritizes his children's childhoods, even as they begin to explore acting roles.

Lionel Messi, Argentina players' passport details leaked before FIFA World Cup warm-up

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 10, 2026, 22:11 (IST)

The incident came ahead of Argentina's final warm-up fixture before the World Cup.

Constable attached to Khar police station in Mumbai suspended for graft

Jun 05, 2026, 00:28 (IST)

Conviction as juvenile can't block passport issuance: HC

TNN / May 31, 2026, 05:30 (IST)

No stigmatising, P 9

HC: ‘Right to be forgotten’ absolute for a person who faced criminal case as minor

May 31, 2026, 00:52 (IST)

Allows Issuance Of passport To Petitioner Who Was Convicted As Juvenile 13 Yrs Ago

Germany introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians: What travellers need to know

etimes.in / Jun 04, 2026, 13:04 (IST)

Germany has abolished the airport transit visa for Indian passport holders, effective June 3, 2026. This significant change allows Indians to transit through German airports without a visa when travelling to a third country. The move, confirmed by the German Embassy, simplifies travel, saving time and money for many Indian travellers and students.

In Gurgaon, probe into minor’s application finds both parents have 2 passports each

May 29, 2026, 00:33 (IST)

Police Clearance Under Scanner, Case Triggers Wider Probe into Nexus

Desi flex at FIFA World Cup: Kerala boy Tahsin Jamshid to play for Qatar

TNN / Jun 03, 2026, 09:59 (IST)

Nineteen-year-old Tahsin Jamshid, born in Doha to Kerala parents, is set to become the first Indian passport holder to play in a World Cup after being named in Qatar's squad. He holds a Qatari mission passport, allowing him to represent the nation. His father, a former Kerala player, expressed immense pride in his son's achievement.