Thailand
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Know more about sex tourism in Thailand
World | Jun 10, 2014, 07:10 AM ISTNew Delhi: For decades Bangkok has been a well known sex tourist destination for millions of men. Today, these include younger men from western countries and increasingly men from other Asian countries, in particular India.The
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Murray confirmed for Thailand Open
Tennis | Jul 18, 2013, 12:14 PM ISTBangkok, Jul 18: Newly-crowned Wimbledon champion Andy Murray will compete in the Thailand Open in September, along with two other men ranked in the world's top 10.Joining Murray will be No.6-ranked Tomas Berdych and defending
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Tourists injured in Thailand train accident
World | Jul 17, 2013, 11:06 AM ISTBangkok, Jul 17: A passenger train derailed on old tracks in the mountains of northern Thailand early on Wednesday, slightly injuring at least 30 passengers, mostly foreign tourists. It was the second derailment on the
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China sacks coach Comacho after losing 1-5 to Thailand
Football | Jun 24, 2013, 07:08 PM ISTBeijing, Jun 24: China's Football Association said Monday it has sacked national team coach Jose Antonio Camacho following a 5-1 loss to Thailand.A statement posted to the association's website said the sides formally agreed to
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Antony to visit Singapore, Australia, Thailand
India | May 30, 2013, 08:42 PM ISTNew Delhi, May 30: Defence Minister A.K. Antony will embark on an official visit to Singapore, Australia and Thailand June 3 to discuss India's bilateral defence cooperation with the three countries, an official release said
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India, Thailand sign extradition treaty
World | May 30, 2013, 06:42 PM ISTBangkok, May 30 : In a major boost to bilateral security cooperation, India and Thailand today signed the much awaited extradition treaty after 20 years of negotiations.The MoU was signed by External Affairs Minister Salman
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Hrithik, Katrina spotted on the sets of 'Bang Bang' (view pics)
Bollywood | May 30, 2013, 01:45 PM ISTNew Delhi, May 30: The ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' co-star Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif are all set to scorch the screens with a bang. The hot and sizzling couples were spotted in mesmerizing Similan
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Thousands celebrate Thai king's 85th birthday in Bangkok
World | Dec 05, 2012, 02:52 PM ISTBangkok, Dec 5: Tens of thousands lined the streets of Bangkok on Wednesday to celebrate the 85th birthday of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, also known as King Rama IX.Well-wishers chanted, waved flags and held up
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Asia Tour: Obama first pays visit to Thailand
World | Nov 28, 2012, 04:23 PM ISTBangkok, Nov 18: President Barack Obama on Sunday launched a three-day Southeast Asia tour, hailing alliances with countries such as Thailand as cornerstones of the administration's deeper commitment to the Asia-Pacific region.While in Asia, however,
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Saina Nehwal enters French Open badminton semi-final
Other Sports | Oct 27, 2012, 10:20 AM ISTParis, Oct 27: India's badminton sensation Saina Nehwal entered the French Open Super Series championship semifinal on Friday night beating Ratchanok Inthanon of Thailand 22-20, 22-20 in a 41-minute-long encounter. Saina, who won the bronze
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Thailand's flying waiters at treetop restaurant
World | Oct 11, 2012, 08:03 AM ISTNew Delhi, Oct 10: If you are visiting Thailand any time soon, don't forget to check in the world's only restaurant where diners are seated in a bird's nest. The giant wicker pods, which look
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Thailand aiming for 2014 Formula One slot
Other Sports | Sep 27, 2012, 02:05 PM ISTNew Delhi, Sep 27: Thailand could be well on the way to host a Formula One race in 2014.The Southeast Asian country made its intentions clear by successfully bidding to host this year's end-of-season Race
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Pak group morphed pics from Tibet, Thailand to spread panic
India | Aug 19, 2012, 05:17 PM ISTNew Delhi, Aug 19: A Pakistan-based hardline group is suspected to have been involved in doctoring images and spreading them across social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and You Tube to incite Muslims and create
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Thailand delays decision on NASA use of air base
World | Jun 26, 2012, 05:41 PM ISTBangkok, Jun 26: Thailand will not meet a deadline for a decision on whether to allow the U.S. space agency to use a key air base for an atmospheric study that critics feared could be
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Pankaj Advani Wins 11th Asian Billiard Championship
Other Sports | Apr 08, 2012, 08:58 PM ISTPanaji, Apr 8: Six-time world champion Pankaj Advani today defeated Thawat Sujaritthurakarn of Thailand to emerge victorious at the 11th ONGC Asian Billiard championship.Although Pankaj was the one who started the proceedings on a positive
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Bombs In Southern Thailand Kill 14, Injure 340
World | Apr 01, 2012, 03:47 PM ISTHat Yai (Thailand), Apr 1: Suspected Muslim insurgents staged the most deadly coordinated attacks in years in Thailand's restive south, killing 14 people and injuring 340 with car bombs that targeted Saturday shoppers and a
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Thailand Confirms Iranians Planned To Attack Israelis
World | Feb 16, 2012, 02:40 PM ISTBangkok, Feb 16: The Iranians arrested after accidentally setting off an explosives cache in Bangkok were planning to attack Israeli diplomats, Thailand's police chief said Thursday, the first confirmation by local officials that the group
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Thai PM : Flooding Won't Devastate Central Bangkok
World | Nov 12, 2011, 09:46 PM ISTBangkok, Nov 12: Central Bangkok will see only mild flooding if it ends up falling victim to the waters that have devastated much of Thailand, the prime minister said Saturday.Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra offered her
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German Coaches Feature In Australia-Thailand Match
Football | Sep 01, 2011, 12:43 PM ISTBrisbane, Australia, Sept 1 : A pair of German-born football coaches feature in a World Cup qualifier half a world away from their homeland when Australia hosts Thailand on Friday.Holger Osieck, an assistant to Franz
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China, Thailand, Singapore Win in WCup Qualifying
Football | Jul 27, 2011, 06:34 PM ISTKunming, July 24: China recovered from a shock early two-goal deficit to beat lowly-ranked Laos 7-2 on Saturday in the first leg of their World Cup qualifying match.In other Asian zone matches, Thailand had a