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Modi's 'Make in India' pitch gets Thai PM's support

Modi's 'Make in India' pitch gets Thai PM's support

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong 'Make in India' pitch on Wednesday got the full support of his Thai counterpart Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha who said this concept can also be applied to drive the economy of his country.

PHOTOS: Nadal and Djokovic go sightseeing in Bangkok

PHOTOS: Nadal and Djokovic go sightseeing in Bangkok

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Tennis titans Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic met with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday and visited the site of a deadly Bangkok bomb blast.

Why this general's visit to India was so important

Why this general's visit to India was so important

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Thailand's importance to India's Act East policy is too significant to be overlooked.

How an Indian tech firm helped in Thai cave rescue

How an Indian tech firm helped in Thai cave rescue

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Kirlosker Brothers' Limited sent teams from its offices in India, Thailand and the United Kingdom to the site.

Bombed Brahma temple in Bangkok reopens

Bombed Brahma temple in Bangkok reopens

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Thailand's Erawan Brahma temple, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Bangkok, was reopened on Wednesday for worshippers and tourists three days after a blast at the shrine killed 20 people, as police intensified their hunt for a suspect believed to be the bomber.

Thailand arrests main suspect in Bangkok blast case

Thailand arrests main suspect in Bangkok blast case

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

In a breakthrough, Thailand's prime minister announced on Tuesday that a second foreign national believed to be the main suspect in the country's worst bombing at a Brahma temple here that claimed 20 lives has been arrested near the Cambodian border.

PM Modi leaves for Australia to attend G-20 Summit

PM Modi leaves for Australia to attend G-20 Summit

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday night left for Australia on the second leg of his three-nation tour during which he will attend the annual summit of the Group of 20 of the world's developed and emerging economies.

Thai army chief announces military coup

Thai army chief announces military coup

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Thailand's army chief on Thursday announced coup to restore stability after 6 months of anti-government protests left the country deeply paralysed.

'It was a miracle': Thai boys discuss their cave experience for the fist time

'It was a miracle': Thai boys discuss their cave experience for the fist time

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

The boys also played footballs with their other teammates and friends on a small makeshift pitch before the press conference.

Rajapaksa staying in Bangkok hotel under tight security: Report

Rajapaksa staying in Bangkok hotel under tight security: Report

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Rajapaksa arrived in Thailand with three other people on a chartered flight from Singapore at Wing 6 of the military airport adjacent to Don Mueang International Airport around 8 pm local time on Thursday.

Gotabaya lands in Thailand after Singapore visa expires

Gotabaya lands in Thailand after Singapore visa expires

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Sri Lanka's ousted president Gotabaya Rajapaksa left Singapore for Thailand after his short-term visit pass expired on Thursday, according to a media report.

Thailand hunts for Bangkok temple bomber

Thailand hunts for Bangkok temple bomber

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Thailand authorities on Tuesday launched a hunt for a male "suspect" who may have left a bomb inside the hugely popular Lord Brahma temple in a crowded area in central Bangkok that killed at least 20 people and injured 123 others.

India, Thailand to forge close ties in defence, cyber security, economy

India, Thailand to forge close ties in defence, cyber security, economy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Thailand expressed interest in the Indian defence industry and its experience and expertise in the field of defence R&D and production. Modi welcomed Thai investments in India in the potential areas under the 'Make in India' initiative, especially in the manufacturing sector, infrastructure development, tourism and hospitality facilities.

Suspected Bangkok bomber's sketch released by police

Suspected Bangkok bomber's sketch released by police

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Cops believe he is part of a network and announced a reward of 1 million baht (Rs 18 lakh) for information leading to his arrest.

27 killed, 80 injured after deadly bomb rips through central Bangkok

27 killed, 80 injured after deadly bomb rips through central Bangkok

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Police confirmed the explosion, near a shrine at a major Bangkok road, was from a bomb but no one has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

Thousands queue up to view Singapore's Lee lying in state

Thousands queue up to view Singapore's Lee lying in state

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Thousands of people on Wednesday queued up outside Singapore's Parliament House to have a glimpse of the country's founding father Lee Kuan Yew lying in state as his casket was taken there for public viewing.

Modi favours expansion of ties between India, ASEAN

Modi favours expansion of ties between India, ASEAN

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

The prime minister also welcomed convergence of views between India and ASEAN for cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

The pandemic's other dangers

The pandemic's other dangers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

'Every strongman leader is faced with the same opportunity: Harness the increased societal panic to amass more power,' warns Mihir S Sharma.

Meet this year's Republic Day Chief Guests. All 10 of them!

Meet this year's Republic Day Chief Guests. All 10 of them!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had invited ASEAN leaders to be the chief guests.

After 18 days, all 12 boys, coach rescued from Thai cave

After 18 days, all 12 boys, coach rescued from Thai cave

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

8 Thai boys were brought out of the over the first two days.

Myanmar: India's choices are limited

Myanmar: India's choices are limited

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

India cannot afford to adopt any coercive measures against the military even if it disapproves the military takeover, notes Dr Rajaram Panda.

4 killed, several injured as multiple blasts rock Thailand

4 killed, several injured as multiple blasts rock Thailand

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

A series of blasts rocked Thailand, including two famous tourist spots popular with foreigners, within 12 hours, killing four persons and injuring several others.

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

In a strong message to China, India and ASEAN on Thursday called for a "full and effective" implementation of the understanding between the parties involved in the South China Sea dispute, while stressing on maritime security and freedom of navigation in the critical sea lanes.

The Indian contesting Thai elections!

The Indian contesting Thai elections!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

'It's a dream, but will I give it up? No bloody way,' Umesh Pandey, the former Bangkok Post editor turned Opposition candidate, tells Rahul Jacob.

Could the Thai rescue have happened in India?

Could the Thai rescue have happened in India?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

'The Thai junta, who immediately took control of the operations in a military manner, took the decision to involve the best world professionals for the rescue.' 'This made a huge difference.' 'It is highly probable that in India, the authorities would have said, "We have the expertise, we don't need foreign aid",' says Claude Arpi.

India celebrates 69th R-Day in presence of 10 ASEAN leaders

India celebrates 69th R-Day in presence of 10 ASEAN leaders

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

The majestic Rajpath saw a scintillating display of India's military might as the country celebrated its 69th Republic Day on Friday, with the leaders of all the 10 countries of the ASEAN attending the parade. Take a look here.