Director Gaurav Khati and Actress Anushka Kaushik Team Up for the First Time in Sunil Kothari’s Avyaan

Director Gaurav Khati and Actress Anushka Kaushik Team Up for the First Time in Sunil Kothari’s Avyaan

Filmmaker Sunil Kothari’s highly anticipated Avyaan marks a significant milestone as internationally acclaimed director Gaurav Khati collaborates for the first time with talented actress Anushka Kaushik. This powerful union of vision and performance lies at the heart of the film, which also introduces debutant Chayan Chopra to Indian cinema. Avyaan is more than just a […]

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Afternoon alcohol rules lifted under Thailand’s new six-month trial

Afternoon alcohol rules lifted under Thailand’s new six-month trial

Thailand has updated its nationwide alcohol regulations, introducing a six-month trial that allows sales during the previously restricted afternoon period. Alcohol may now be purchased between 11.00–14.00, 14.00–17.00 (trial hours effective 3 December 2025), and 17.00–24.00. Hotels, licensed entertainment venues, and outbound airport terminals may serve alcohol beyond these times under approved permits. Travellers who […]

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Severe Southern Floods Leave Devastating Toll

Southern Flood Crisis: Updated Toll and Response

On December 2, 2025, the Ministry of Public Health confirmed 267 deaths from severe flooding in southern Thailand. Songkhla Province reported 229 deaths, including 142 in Hat Yai, an increase from the previous day. Several other provinces also reported casualties. Mental-health teams screened 7,340 people, identifying high stress and suicide-risk cases. A special identification center […]

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TAT Launches Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre to Assist Travellers Amid Southern Thailand Floods

TAT Launches Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre to Assist Travellers Amid Southern Thailand Floods

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has activated the Tourism Crisis Monitoring Centre (TCMC) to strengthen nationwide support for travellers affected by severe flooding across Southern Thailand. The centre acts as a central coordination hub, ensuring accurate information, rapid assistance, and unified communication during ongoing weather-related disruptions. TAT Governor Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool said the agency’s […]

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Thailand Allows Drones for Southern Flood Relief Operations

Thailand Allows Drones for Southern Flood Relief Operations

Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has approved the use of unmanned aircraft (drones) to support disaster-relief operations in flood-hit areas of Southern Thailand. Effective from 25 November, the authorization covers search, rescue, and humanitarian missions aimed at reaching communities isolated by severe flooding. Under the measure, drones may operate after 6:00 p.m., as long as […]

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