Thailand

Bangkok pub fire kills 27, injures 63: Circuit breaker smoke gave people only seconds to escape

At least 27 people were killed and 63 injured after a massive fire ripped through a packed live music bar in Bangkok. Investigators are probing reports of an electrical fault and possible blocked fire exits that may have trapped victims

Globe at a glance: From Cyclospora outbreak in US to Bangkok bar fire

Your window to world news: Fresh US strikes on Iran, Bangkok's deadly pub fire, Cyclospora spreads across the US, McConnell delays Senate return, a Paris wildfire, Chile festival tragedy and the latest on Lindsey Graham's death — here's your roundup for the day

Caught on camera: 11-year-old crashes pickup truck into Buddhist monks on pilgrimage walk, 8 dead

A group of 35 Buddhist monks were on a pilgrimage walk when a child crashed his parents' car into their procession. At least eight monks died in the incident caught on camera.

Australian man arrested in Thailand after 17-year-old girl's body found in suitcase

Thai police have arrested an Australian man after the body of a 17-year-old girl was found inside a suitcase in Pattaya, with investigators awaiting forensic evidence before filing charges

Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati dies after over 3 years in coma

The 47-year-old princess had been hospitalised in a coma since December 2022 before her condition worsened in late May 2026.

Royal pardon ends Thaksin's supervision, but legal and financial troubles persist

Nearly a month after his release from prison, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has become a completely free man after authorities removed the electronic monitoring device he was required to wear

Thailand cuts visa-free stays for over 90 countries including India, cites foreigner-linked crime

The move came following the recent series of high-profile arrests of foreigners has included cases linked to drug offences, sex trafficking and foreigners operating businesses such as hotels and schools without proper permits.

At least 8 killed, over 20 injured as freight train crashes into bus in Bangkok | Video

The city’s emergency services agency confirmed the fatalities and said several injured victims had been taken to hospitals for treatment.

India ties, Brics, Asean role: Thailand FM charts roadmap for regional stability

In an exclusive interview with CNN-News18, Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow lays out Bangkok’s push for stronger Global South cooperation, deeper India ties, a more assertive Asean, and urgent global de-escalation, from Brics to West Asia

Thailand plans 30-day visa-free stay cap for 93 countries including India

Thailand is preparing to reduce its visa-free stay period from 60 days to 30 days for travellers from 93 countries, including India. The move comes amid concerns over misuse of long-stay privileges and illegal business activity, even as the country continues to promote tourism and long-term travel programmes.