March 30, 2025

AIS-Thaicom Supports Myanmar Earthquake Relief Mission

Mandalay: AIS-Thaicom has collaborated with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) to aid the earthquake relief efforts in Mandalay, Myanmar. According to Thai News Agency, the joint initiative aims to bolster communication systems and roaming services for emergency medical teams dispatched from Thailand by the Ministry of Defense. AIS customers who are roaming in Myanmar can access emergency assistance

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Orders Inspection of Buildings After Earthquake

Bangkok: The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture has mandated an immediate inspection of all ministry buildings following a recent earthquake. This action includes convening an urgent meeting with department heads to establish guidelines for resuming work in the affected structures. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Prayoon Insakul, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, has

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

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.

SCB Introduces Urgent Financial Relief for Earthquake-Affected Customers

Bangkok: Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has rolled out a series of urgent financial measures aimed at assisting customers impacted by the recent earthquake. These measures include the suspension of loan payments and the provision of special loans for both home and business repairs. The bank has announced a temporary suspension of principal payments for home loan customers for three months,