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Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed no Thai nationals were among the 230 passengers and 12 crew aboard Air India Flight AI 171, which crashed during takeoff from Ahmedabad to London. MFA Spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura cited reports from the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Mumbai. Thailand extended condolences to the victims’ families.
Published on: June 13, 2025 | By: pooIsrael launched “Operation Rising Lion,” striking dozens of Iranian military and nuclear sites in a pre-emptive attack. Iran reported top figures, including Revolutionary Guard chief Hossein Salami and nuclear scientist Fereydoun Abbasi, were killed. Explosions rocked Tehran. Israel declared a national emergency, bracing for an imminent missile and drone retaliation from Iran.
Published on: June 13, 2025 | By: pooAn Air India Boeing 787 with 242 passengers en route to London crashed in a residential area near Ahmedabad airport shortly after takeoff. The plane caught fire, prompting emergency response. Casualties are yet to be confirmed. NDRF teams deployed; Home Minister Amit Shah assured central support. Investigation and rescue efforts are ongoing.
Published on: June 12, 2025 | By: pooPhuket Dining Festival 2025 elevated Thailand’s image as a sustainable culinary leader. Held over two days, the event spotlighted local restaurants, eco-friendly menus, and zero-waste practices. Supported by TAT and global brands, it blended innovation, community support, and conscious tourism—reinforcing Phuket’s global appeal as a responsible, experience-rich travel destination rooted in culture and cuisine.
Published on: June 12, 2025 | By: pooThai police arrested 27 Vietnamese nationals running a romance scam from luxury villas in Bangkok. Using fake profiles on the Zalo app, they defrauded victims of over 39 million baht monthly. Authorities seized 116 phones, 45 computers, and ketamine. The gang entered Thailand on tourist visas posing as legitimate professionals.
Published on: June 12, 2025 | By: pooThailand saw a 43% rise in foreign investment from January to April 2025, with 363 foreign businesses approved under the Foreign Business Act. Total investment hit 57.86 billion baht (US$1.77B). Japan led with the most cases, followed by the US and Singapore. The EEC region attracted over half the total investment.
Published on: June 11, 2025 | By: Noi JhChild Trafficking Operation Busted in Suriyawong Area Bangrak police rescued two girls, aged 13 and 16, during a hotel raid in Bangkok. An 18-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly pimping them. The June 11 operation, led by Police Lt. Gen. Siam Boonsom, exposed a disturbing child sex trafficking ring in the Suriyawong area.
Published on: June 11, 2025 | By: Noi JhThailand’s Defense and Foreign Affairs ministries, along with the National Security Council, are working together to peacefully resolve the Thailand-Cambodia border clash. Bilateral talks, troop redeployment proposals, and phased border control measures have been initiated. Martial law exists by statute but is not enforced, as Thailand emphasizes de-escalation through dialogue.
Published on: June 11, 2025 | By: pooDonald Trump asserts Los Angeles was “under siege” and would be “burning” without the National Guard. As protests are expected to spread across the US, Trump labels demonstrators “paid agitators” while LA’s mayor criticizes federal immigration raids. Political tension and civil unrest continue to escalate.
Published on: June 11, 2025 | By: pooThailand has become the leading convention destination in ASEAN, with 158 international conventions hosted in 2024, according to ICCA’s 2024 report. Bangkok ranked 7th globally and 3rd in Asia-Pacific. A record 13 Thai cities were featured, including Chiang Mai, Pattaya, and Phuket, showcasing Thailand’s expanding appeal in global business events.
Published on: June 11, 2025 | By: poo
