The power of Indian passport dropped five spots last year. But this year, it has climbed eight places to the biggest jump – from 85th to 77th – according to the Henley Passport Index 2025, which was unveiled on 22 July.

The report rank all the passports in the world, which can enter without a pre -visa based on the number of destinations of their holders. India has a visa-free or visa-on-back access to 59 destinations in India.

Some places that allow visa-free access to Indian passport holders are: Malaysia, Indonesia, Maldives, Thailand among others. Meanwhile, there are other countries that have visa-on-recession (VOA)-Sri Lanka, Macau, Myanmar and others.

VOA or visa-free access can be time and purpose-specific. Therefore, always check the requirements before planning your journey program.

Asia dominates

The latest insight to the Henley Passport Index reveals a significant change in dynamics worldwide, leading by Asian countries.

Singapore emerges as the forefront, providing visa -free entry into 193 places – evidence of effective diplomacy of the country, travels freedom.

Both Japan and South Korea remain competitive, each allowing travel to 190 destinations, which establishes the prominence of Asia in passport effects.

Passport Index Concept Inventor Dr. Christian H. Kelin explains, “The consolidation we are seeing is seen on the top underscourse that the access is earned – and it must be maintained – through active and strategic diplomacy.”

The Asian nations continue to stand up in global mobility, in which the United Arab Emirates is making a lot of progress. In the last decade, it has jumped 34 positions to secure the 8th position worldwide.

Meanwhile, China has also made adequate progress by increasing visa-free arrangements in more than a dozen new countries since 2015, moving from 94th to 60th, including China, including parts of Gulf and South America, China shows its global journey ambitions.

Other nations

While Asian countries continue to lead, European parties are also getting stronger.

The nations of the seven European Union are in third place, with access to 189 destinations – Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy and Spain.

Another set of seven European Union countries – Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal and Sweden – have collectively seized the 4th position in the passport rankings worldwide. They provide visa-free admission to their citizens at 188 places.

At the other end of the global mobility spectrum, the Afghanistan lives at the bottom of the ranking, its citizens are able to use only 25 destinations without a pre-visa- a shocking dynamics of 168 destinations between the top and bottom-ranked passports.

In contrast, the US and UK passes the recession in passport effects, which are now 10th and 6th position respectively. The first prominent in global mobility, these established powers are now assumed by emerging countries, which create strategic partnerships to broaden freedom. This trend has increased citizens as a viable alternative to citizens and lifestyle migration among citizens.

As we grow up, it is natural to change the body – and the brain is no exception. After the age of 60, many people notice that their memory is not as fast, it takes longer to learn new things, and it can be difficult to decide.

This is known as cognitive decline, and it is more and more people facing the age of India’s population.

But there is good news here: Cognitive decline is not something that we only have to accept.

Doctors say that there are many simple steps to protect our brain and to stay mentally fit in our later years.

Why do cognitive abilities fall with age?

Dr. According to Aparna Gupta, the Indian spinal injuries, the Associate Director of Neurology at the center of Indian spinal injuries, the brain naturally turns with age. Nerve cells (called neurons) shrinks, and the relationship between them weakens.

Blood flow in the brain also decreases, especially in parts that help in memory and quick thinking.

Dr. Says Gupta, “This is why it can be difficult for older people to process new information quickly, even if their life knowledge and experience remains strong.”

In some cases, more severe brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s or dementia may develop. They affect around 7.4% of the elderly Indians and are caused by the formation of toxic proteins in the brain and slow repair of the brain.

India’s aging challenge

Dr. Senior advisors at Neurosciences in Rabindra Srivastava, Sharda Care Healthcity, Greater Noida say that India’s elderly population is growing rapidly – it is expected to exceed double by 2050.

This means that more people may face problems such as memory loss, difficulty focusing and difficulty in decision making.

“Cognitive decline affects not only memory, but also a person’s freedom, confidence and overall health. It can put heavy burden on families and health care systems,” they say.

What can you do to protect your brain?

While we cannot stop aging, we can slow down how it affects our brain. Both doctors agree that a change in simple lifestyle can create a big difference.

Be physically active

Even medium exercise such as walking, yoga, or dance helps to improve memory and meditation.

Eat an antioxidant diet

Antioxidant -rich foods – such as colored fruits and vegetables – support brain health. Avoid too much sugar and processed food.

sleep well

Getting sufficient good quality sleep allows the brain to relax and repair.

Keep your mind busy

Read, do puzzles, learn something new, or talk to friends and family. Mental stimulation keeps your brain connection strong.

Manage health conditions

Control blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol. All these affect brain health.

Regular health check-up

The initial screening may catch signs of dementia or other problems before it becomes severe.

Dr. Srivastava says, brain health should be a priority not only for old adults, but also for families and communities. “A healthy brain means better quality of life, even in old age,” they say.

With correct habits and timely care, it is very possible to be sharp and independent – even your 70s and after that.