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Plane with Chinese nationals crashes in Thailand, all 9 aboard feared dead

Plane with Chinese nationals crashes in Thailand, all 9 aboard feared dead

After an 11-hour search operation, the rescue personnel working at the site of the Thailand plane crash said that they have not found any survivors, the local media reported on Friday. The plane reportedly lost contact with the Suvarnabhumi control tower around 3pm on Thursday. The crash happened at 3.18pm

23 August,2024 03:17 PM IST | Bangkok | mid-day online correspondent
Ex-premier’s daughter is new Thailand PM

Ex-premier’s daughter is new Thailand PM

An in-law, Somchai Wongsawat, also served briefly in 2008.

17 August,2024 07:38 AM IST | Bangkok | Agencies
Thailand's new PM renews her father's legacy, divisive Thaksin Shinawatra

Thailand's new PM renews her father's legacy, divisive Thaksin Shinawatra

The election of Paetongtarn Shinawatra as Thailand's prime minister marks a significant return to power for her family's political dynasty, originally established by her billionaire father, Thaksin Shinawatra, who was overthrown in a military coup in 2006.

16 August,2024 06:40 PM IST | Bangkok | PTI
Ex-leader Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra is Thailand prime minister

Ex-leader Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra is Thailand prime minister

Thailand's Parliament elected Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the youngest daughter of former leader Thaksin Shinawatra, as the country's new prime minister on Friday. Paetongtarn becomes Thailand's third leader from the Shinawatra family, after her father – who was ousted by coup before returning from exile last year – and her aunt Yingluck

16 August,2024 12:02 PM IST | Bangkok | mid-day online correspondent
Thai PM Srettha is removed from office by a court order, in second major ruling

Thai PM Srettha is removed from office by a court order, in second major ruling

The Cabinet will remain in place on a caretaker basis until Parliament approves a new prime minister. A vote was scheduled by Parliament on Friday, but it has no time limit for filling the position. The caretaker Cabinet could also dissolve Parliament and call a new election.

14 August,2024 08:16 PM IST | Bangkok | AP
August long weekends: Visit these travel destinations for the perfect escape

August long weekends: Visit these travel destinations for the perfect escape

People are eager to pack their bags and venture out on mini-vacations during August 2024 long weekends to get a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of their hectic lives. If planned properly, one can get up to five days of vacation time during this period

10 August,2024 09:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Thailand's reformist Move Forward Party regroups as People's Party

Thailand's reformist Move Forward Party regroups as People's Party

Thailand's main progressive political party regrouped under a new name just two days after being disbanded by court order. The party vowed to continue its fight for reforms despite opposition from the conservative establishment.

09 August,2024 02:21 PM IST | Bangkok | PTI
Thai court dissolves progressive MFP that won election but failed to take power

Thai court dissolves progressive MFP that won election but failed to take power

A court in Thailand has ordered the dissolution of the progressive Move Forward Party for violating the constitution by proposing an amendment to a law against defaming the country's royal family.

07 August,2024 02:51 PM IST | Bangkok | PTI
Did life begin in sea metals?

Did life begin in sea metals?

This recent discovery might change our long-held belief that life on Earth began with photosynthetic organisms

28 July,2024 07:10 AM IST | Thailand | A Correspondent
With indexation gone, is investing in property still profitable?

Mid-Day Premium With indexation gone, is investing in property still profitable?

The new reforms in the budget will pose a domino effect on the property market, argue experts. Here is how it will impact property prices, loans and housing demand among Indians

27 July,2024 09:55 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi

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