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Repatriation Mission Brings 269 Indians Home from Myanmar Scam Hubs

India Repatriates 269 Nationals from Myanmar Scam Centres via Thailand

In a major coordinated effort, India in Thailand (Embassy of India, Bangkok) and India in Thailand (Consulate General of India, Chiang Mai)—working closely with multiple Royal Thai Government agencies and the Tak Provincial administration—successfully facilitated the repatriation of 269 Indian nationals, including 11 women, through Mae Sot, Thailand.Two special Indian Air Force (IAF) flights were […]

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US Drops Import Duties on Key Farm Goods

Trump Rolls Back Key Farm Import Tariffs Amid Cost-of-Living Pressure

On 15 November 2025, the White House announced that President Donald Trump had signed an executive order removing import tariffs on several agricultural items—including coffee, bananas, beef, coconuts, and mangoes—with the change applied retroactively from midnight on 13 November. This decision marks a shift from Trump’s earlier position that such tariffs were essential for protecting […]

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A Retro Bowling Gem Awaits Near Pearl Harbor

A Slice of Local Life Beyond Pearl Harbor

On weeknights in greater Honolulu, the doors of Aiea Bowl swing open to welcome families eager to unwind. Laughter fills the air as bowling balls glide down the lanes, blending with cheerful chatter and the comforting scent of island comfort food drifting from the Alley Restaurant. Tables quickly fill with diners savoring local favorites like […]

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Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council Strengthens Regional Ties at ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council Strengthens Regional Ties at ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025

MHTC’s involvement in ASTINDO Travel Fair 2025 underscores Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening healthcare partnerships in Indonesia, especially across Sumatra, one of our key health travel markets,” said Suriaghandi Suppiah, CEO of MHTC. “Through the Malaysia Healthcare Pavilion, we aim to highlight Malaysia’s medical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and signature hospitality that make us a top choice […]

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