Day: August 25, 2025

Electric Train Flat Fare Initiative Launches Registration via Thang Rath App

Bangkok: Registration has commenced for the “20 Baht All-Round Electric Train” initiative through the “Thang Rath” app, offering unrestricted access to electric trains across all lines for a flat fare. This scheme is available to all, with no limitations on eligibility, time, or ride frequency. According to Thai News Agency,

Bhumtham Expresses Concerns Over Cambodian Border Agreement

Bangkok: Bhumtham, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who is also acting as the Prime Minister, expressed his concerns regarding the Thai-Cambodian border agreement during a meeting with the Thai-Cambodian Regional Border Committee (RBC) led by the Second Army Region. He revealed his apprehensions about Cambodia potentially making

Phumtham Urges Calm Over Ban Nong Chan Title Deeds Controversy

Bangkok: Phumtham, acting Prime Minister, has reassured the public not to worry about the Ban Nong Chan issue, following a miscommunication by the Sa Kaeo governor regarding land title deeds. The governor clarified that the previous statement was inaccurate, with Phumtham emphasizing that evidence will resolve the matter. According to

Majority Oppose Military Leadership for Prime Minister Role

Bangkok: A recent poll reveals that a significant majority of the public, 68.1%, do not support the military assuming the role of Prime Minister, emphasizing their belief that the military should focus on maintaining peace and security. According to Thai News Agency, the Pacific Institute of Management conducted a survey

Senate President Declines to Address Paethongtarn Audio Clip Case Summary

Bangkok: Senate Chairman avoids media, refuses to answer questions about the audio clip case of Paethongtarn. Regarding the 2016 budget, he insists that the Senate will not overturn it. According to Thai News Agency, Senate President Mongkol Surasajja declined to comment on whether the Senate would conclude its case today

Royal Thai Army Successfully Tests Locally Developed Attack Drones

Lopburi: The Royal Thai Army has successfully tested a range of Thai-made attack drones, marking a significant milestone in the country’s defense capabilities. These drones, which include both bombing and Kamikaze-style attack drones, are being developed for future production and operational use. The tests yielded promising results. According to Thai

Permanent Secretary Confirms ID Card Discrepancy in Luang Por Alongkot Case

Bangkok: The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior has confirmed that the ID cards of Luang Por Alongkot and Alongkot Pholmuk have different numbers and belong to separate individuals. This clarification comes amidst confusion over the national ID number of Luang Por Alongkot, a former abbot, appearing to match