Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plasticsRising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. ...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
Critical Stage: India's concert boom has a venue problemIndia's booming live entertainment scene, evidenced by massive ticket sales for global and local artists, faces a critical hurdle: a severe...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
‘Civic sense, zero potholes, less honking, functional street lights’: Indian traveller in Bangkok shares simple things that Indian cities lackIndian cities often fall short on basic amenities like roads and waste management. A traveler's observations in Bangkok reveal a stark cont...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
India-Thailand discuss deepening defence R&D; focus on Indo-Pacific security situationIndia and Thailand convened their 10th Defence Dialogue in Bangkok. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in defense manufacturing, ...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report saysA war in Iran has highlighted significant energy risks for Southeast Asia. The region faces a potential tripling of its energy import bill ...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
“I have never gone out without a man”: Indian househelp spends a day alone in Thailand and returns with new friendsIndian Househelp's first day alone in Thailand: A day that began with nervousness turned into an experience of self-discovery for Reshma, a...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Phuket Airport launches e-gates for faster immigration clearancePhuket International Airport has introduced automated immigration gates for arriving international passengers, a first for Thailand. The ai...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Thai princess dies aged 47 after three years in hospitalThai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the king's eldest daughter, has died aged 47, the royal palace announced Friday, more than three year...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Planning a Thailand vacation? Check visa requirements, best time to visit and moreThailand is a popular destination for Indian travelers, but entry requirements are changing in 2026. The visa-free entry scheme for Indian ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
MakeMyTrip launches early check-in and late check-out offering at scaleTravel just got a whole lot smoother with MakeMyTrip's innovative new option! You can now secure early check-in or late check-out slots at ...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Arriving before check-in? MakeMyTrip's rolls out guaranteed early check-in and late check-out featureMakeMyTrip introduces a new service allowing travellers to pre-book early check-in and late check-out. This feature addresses common travel...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Thailand attracts far more tourists than India despite a higher per capita income. Shashi Tharoor explains whyShashi Tharoor advocates for significant policy reforms and infrastructure development to enhance India's tourism. He suggests greater priv...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
Thailand updates carry-on rules for power banks. Here's what changesNew rules in Thailand now limit power bank sizes and ban them from checked luggage. Passengers can carry power banks up to 100Wh in hand lu...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Nazareth Lalthazuala: From selling vegetables to $100,000 contract, this Mizoram man from a village created history in just 17 secMizoram's Nazareth Lalthazuala, a 22-year-old former vegetable seller, has achieved a remarkable $100,000 ONE Championship contract after a...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
What to know about a rare visit by China's Xi to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong UnChinese President Xi Jinping's recent trip to North Korea marks a significant chapter in regional diplomacy, focusing on enhancing cooperat...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Vietnam rice prices rise on El Nino concerns; Bangladesh rates stay high amid heatwaveBangladesh is also seeing high prices as a heatwave impacts crops and rains damage existing supplies. India's prices remain steady with goo...
06 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
Travelling to Thailand this week? Heavy rain, rough seas expected across countryTourists heading to Thailand this week should anticipate widespread rainfall and thunderstorms due to a strong south-west monsoon and a low...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.55 PM IST