March 30, 2025

Yellow Line MRT Resumes Service at Noon Amid Safety Inspections

Bangkok: The Yellow Line MRT will open at noon today, while the Pink Line remains closed for further safety checks. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, announced the reopening of the Yellow Line following thorough inspections after an earthquake in Myanmar affected parts of Thailand. The Pink Line, however, will undergo additional inspections of power rails before

Warning Issued for Potential Aftershocks in Thailand Over Coming Months

Bangkok: Disaster experts have issued a warning about potential aftershocks in Thailand, anticipated to occur within the next 2-3 months. These aftershocks are expected to decrease in intensity, but residents are advised to live with understanding and take steps to mitigate the impact. According to Thai News Agency, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seri Supratid, a disaster engineer, disclosed that the recent

DE Collaborates to Enhance Emergency Alert System

Bangkok: DE discusses with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, NBTC, and operators to improve emergency warnings. Mr. Prasert Chantarawongthong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DE), chaired a joint discussion meeting with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), Ministry of Interior, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), and telecommunications network service

Rail Transport System Preparedness in Bangkok Assessed Before Full Reopening

Bangkok: The Director-General of the Department of Rail Transport has confirmed the readiness of the rail transport system in Bangkok and its surrounding areas as it prepares to return to full service. Recent images depicting the Purple Line seemed to suggest misalignment; however, it was clarified that this was not due to an earthquake. The structural integrity of the Purple

OIC Reiterates Insurance Readiness to Pay Earthquake Claims

Bangkok: The Secretary-General of the Office of the Insurance Commission, along with the Presidents of the Thai General Insurance Association and the Thai Life Insurance Association, confirmed their readiness to pay compensation for earthquake-related claims. They have established a center to receive complaints and offer advice on insurance claims. Once an agreement on compensation is reached, they are prepared to

Krungsri Bank Launches Relief Measures for Earthquake-Affected Customers

Bangkok: Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited, along with its subsidiaries, has introduced a series of relief measures to support customers impacted by the recent earthquake. These initiatives are aimed at providing financial relief to the bank’s loan customers, including those in the Krungsri Consumer Group, as well as individuals who have purchased property or fire insurance through the bank.

PM Receives Report of Emergency ASEAN Meeting on Earthquake in Myanmar-Thailand

Bangkok: The Prime Minister revealed that she had received a report of the emergency ASEAN meeting on the earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand, thanking Malaysia for organizing the meeting and ASEAN member states for giving encouragement and support to Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister, posted that she had received a report from the Minister

Forest Fires Worsen Air Quality in Chiang Mai, Helicopters Deployed to Combat Flames

Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai is experiencing severe air quality issues as heavy PM 2.5 dust from forest fires engulfs the region. Residents report visibility is hindered by the thick smog, prompting officials to deploy helicopters to combat the fires. According to Thai News Agency, forest fires in the northern areas have intensified, leading to hazardous levels of PM 2.5 dust.