Bangkok: News
07 Aug 2023
Kannada FilmsVijay Raghavendra's wife Spandana dies of cardiac arrest in Bangkok
Kannada actor Vijay Raghavendra's wife and actor Spandana has died of cardiac arrest while the couple was on vacation in Bangkok. She was reportedly 44. The untimely death shocked their family members and the Sandalwood industry.
03 Jul 2023
IndiaKolkata-Bangkok road trip soon possible: India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway nearing completion
Thailand has always been a top choice for Indian vacationers.
01 Apr 2023
IndiGoPassenger arrested for molesting crew member on IndiGo's Bangkok-Mumbai flight
In yet another midflight incident involving an unruly passenger, a Swedish man was arrested for reportedly molesting a female crew member onboard IndiGo's Bangkok-Mumbai flight on Thursday, officials revealed on Saturday.
06 Feb 2023
H-1B VisaUS reduces visa backlog; appointments for Indians at overseas embassies
To clear the piling backlog for visa appointments, the United States Embassy in India announced on Friday that people will now be able to seek appointments through other American embassies and consulates in select countries.
19 Oct 2022
Travel And Tourism5 beautiful royal palaces around the world you must visit
Royal residences around the world were once home to kings and queens and reflect immense power and prestige.
06 Oct 2022
ThailandThailand shocker: Gunman kills 34 at daycare, shoots family, self
A shocking mass shooting at a child daycare center in Thailand led to the death of 34 people, authorities said.
05 Sep 2022
Thailand5 unique hotels in Bangkok where you must stay
Attracting millions of tourists throughout the year, Bangkok in Thailand is popularly known for its stunning landscape, serene temples, world-class hospitality, delicious food, and ancient landmarks.
05 Aug 2022
Thailand13 killed, 40 injured in massive Thailand nightclub blaze
At least 13 people were killed in a major fire that broke out at a nightclub in Thailand early on Friday.
25 Jul 2022
Thailand5 budget-friendly accommodations in Bangkok below Rs. 1,000/night!
Known for its world-class hospitality, vibrant nightlife, amazing food, and stunning historical landmarks, Bangkok attracts millions of tourists throughout the year.
11 Aug 2021
MyanmarFive jump from Myanmar building to escape police; two die
Five people jumped from an apartment building in Yangon, Myanmar's largest city, to escape government security forces who were raiding the building, and at least two died, according to government and media reports.
05 Jul 2021
ExplosionBlast at Thai factory shakes Bangkok airport, area evacuated
A massive explosion at a factory on the outskirts of Bangkok early Monday shook an airport terminal serving Thailand's capital, injuring at least 11 people and prompting the evacuation of residents from the area, authorities said.
04 Nov 2019
IndiaWorld's biggest trade pact on track, despite India's concerns
The talks to set up the world's largest trade bloc is on track, Thailand said on Monday.
02 Nov 2019
Narendra Modi'Swasdee PM Modi': PM Modi addresses Indian community in Bangkok
A short while ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Nimibutr Stadium in Bangkok for an event titled 'Sawasdee PM Modi', where he addressed the Indian diaspora.
10 Sep 2019
LifestyleLove street food? Head to these five cities
There's no better feeling than standing by a narrow lane, jam-packed with people and vehicles (with that unending honking), and savoring some of the best foods that the world has to offer.
04 Aug 2019
ThailandFive hidden gems of Bangkok you need to visit
With over 20 million annual visitors, the capital city of Thailand, Bangkok was rated as the world's most popular destination among travelers in 2018.
13 Feb 2019
IndonesiaHow 27-year-old Ankiti Bose built a $1bn fashion start-up
On Tuesday, Singapore-based online fashion retail site Zilingo Pte raised $226mn to fund its expansion to Australia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
03 Feb 2019
ThailandBangkok residents coughing blood due to smog. Is Delhi next?
In what will come as a warning to Delhiites, air pollution in Thailand is reportedly in its worst state as it is causing people to cough up blood.
07 Jan 2019
Saudi ArabiaSaudi teen escapes family, trapped in Bangkok airport, seeks help
An 18-year-old Saudi Arabia teen has sought help from people across the globe and human rights organizations to prevent her deportation to Kuwait, as she fears for her life.
01 Nov 2018
MurderBangkok: Vegetarian restaurant chef kills customer, serves him to others
Diners at a vegetarian restaurant in Bangkok were rather peeved and disgusted when they found minced meat in their noodles, but what awaited them was far worse.
31 Oct 2018
South AfricaRapid urbanization increases risks from natural, human-made disasters: Antonio Guterres
On the occasion of 'World Cities Day', celebrated annually on October 31, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said today that about 1.4mn people move to cities every week around the world and warned such rapid urbanization can contribute to increased risks from natural and human-made disasters.
24 Oct 2018
MumbaiCo-passenger molested woman on Bangkok-Mumbai flight
A 31-year-old passenger on a Mumbai bound flight coming from Bangkok was arrested, on Tuesday, by the Sahar police for allegedly molesting a 29-year-old woman advocate mid-air.
08 Oct 2018
ThailandIndian tourist killed, 2 injured in shootout in Thailand
A 42-year-old Indian tourist was killed and two others seriously injured in a shootout between two rival gangs in Bangkok, Thai Police said.
20 Sep 2018
Mumbai#TravelBytes: IRCTC offers 9 nights/10 days 'Best of Asia' package
If you are a planner, here's some news for you.
21 Jun 2018
Ranbir KapoorArjun Kapoor falls ill, hopes to recover before IIFA performance
Arjun Kapoor is ill and the actor hopes to recover in time for his performance at International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) this weekend.
07 Jun 2018
Padma BhushanIIFA Lifetime Achievement Award-2018 to be awarded to Anupam Kher
Veteran actor Anupam Kher will be awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement honor at the upcoming International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards ceremony in Bangkok.
17 Feb 2018
BadmintonBWF now wants to change badminton's scoring system
It has not been long since the Badminton World Federation introduced the World Tour calendar. It then brought the change in 'Service Law' (to be implemented from March) and now the body is mulling a change in the scoring system.
05 Jan 2018
ThailandForget skin lightening, penis whitening is the new fad
With a Bangkok hospital providing penis lightening services, obsession for fair skin has assumed unprecedented craze in Thailand.
20 Oct 2017
McDonald'sMcDonald's serves 'cockroach legs' in coffee; apologizes later
A man was served coffee with "cockroach legs" floating in it at a McDonald's outlet in Bangkok on Monday. He complained and requested for another coffee only to find more "cockroach legs" in it.
04 Sep 2017
Thailand"Smart vests" to turn Bangkok's dogs into mobile surveillance units
A Thai advertising agency has, in theory, come up with a way to turn Bangkok's street dogs into guardians of city.
22 May 2017
ThailandPolice say Bangkok hospital blast caused by bomb
Police have stated that a blast which took place today at the King Mongkut Hospital was caused by a bomb.