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Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreigners

Thailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals, officials said on Tuesday. The new visa-free duration would be decided on a country-by-country basis, with most foreign nationals granted stays of up to 30…

The Economic Times · May 19

Which country is known as the Land of Smiles?

Thailand is globally recognised as the “Land of Smiles” because of the warm and welcoming nature of its people, where smiles often express far more than simple happiness. In Thai culture, smiling is closely linked with politeness, respect, and social harmony, and this cultural trait has played a major role…

The Economic Times · May 19

Thailand ends 60-day visa-free stay

The cabinet on Tuesday decided to end the 60-day visa-free programme for foreign visitors to Thailand, with the timeline for enforcement still being worked out.

Bangkok Post · May 19

Why Hanuman Ji Is Considered the Guardian of Kaliyuga Devotees

In the vast spiritual universe of Sanatana Dharma, every yuga carries its own challenges, energies, and divine guidance. Among all four yugas described in Hindu scriptures, Kaliyuga is considered the most difficult age for humanity. It is an era marked by confusion, spiritual weakness, fear, ego, anger, greed, anxiety, broken…

Times Life · May 18

The Indian princess who crossed the sea to become a Korean queen: A 2,000-year-old mystery still alive today

The story of an Indian princess believed to have become a Korean queen around 48 AD continues to fascinate readers even today. According to ancient tradition, a young woman known as Suriratna is said to have left her homeland in India and sailed across the sea to the Korean peninsula.…

The Times of India · May 18

PM pledges level crossing fix

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to pursue long-term safety measures, including replacing railway crossings with tunnels or elevated routes, following Saturday

Bangkok Post · May 18

Helen Goh’s recipe for Thai mango and coconut sticky rice

Bring a taste of Thailand into your home with sweet, creamy, sticky coconut rice served with fragrant mango

The Guardian - UK · May 15

Nepal says no new restrictions for Indians, refutes reports about time limit, restrictions or visa

Nepal has dismissed media reports claiming new restrictions on Indian tourists as false. The open-border policy and bilateral ties remain unchanged, with no visa or stay limits for Indian nationals. A new online system aims to further streamline land travel for visitors.

The Economic Times · May 14

Centre allocates Rs 4,900 crore to Arunachal Pradesh under Pride of Hills scheme

Arunachal Pradesh receives a significant boost with Rs 4,900 crore from the Centre's new 'Pride of Hills' initiative. This funding targets critical infrastructure and development gaps in the state. Chief Minister Pema Khandu expressed gratitude for the allocation. The initiative aims to improve connectivity and foster long-term economic growth in…

The Economic Times · May 14

Bali warns tourists, influencers against unpaid work on visitor visas

Bali's immigration authorities are cracking down on tourists engaging in unpaid promotional or work-related activities on visitor visas. Officials are scrutinizing influencers, creators, and practitioners, emphasizing that even collaborations with economic value, like portfolio building, can violate immigration rules. Travelers must align their actions with their visa purpose or risk…

The Economic Times · May 14