April 12, 2025

Songkran Celebrations Lead to Surge in Public Transport and Traffic Congestion

Bangkok: People flock to celebrate Songkran, public transport system is bustling with passengers, while Mittraphap Road is congested and moving slowly even though the M6 ??motorway is open. According to Thai News Agency, at Mo Chit 2, there are still people traveling to take buses continuously. Mr. Chatchawan Promratham, board member, acting managing director of Transport Co., Ltd. (Transport Co.,

Thaksin Returns to Chiang Mai for Songkran Holiday with Family

Chiang Mai: Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has returned to Chiang Mai for the long Songkran holiday, where he was seen spending time with his family and preparing to welcome Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thaksin arrived in Chiang Mai on April 12, 2015, accompanied by Mr. Pitak Suksawat, the husband of Prime Minister Ms.

Drunk Thai Wife Sets Room on Fire After Quarrel with Foreign Husband

Surin: A drunk Thai wife had an argument with her foreign husband before grabbing a bottle of gasoline and pouring it all over the room, setting it on fire, seriously injuring her husband. According to Thai News Agency, at approximately 5:13 a.m., the Surin Rescue Center received a report about a fire and individuals injured with burns. The incident took

Songkran Festivities Boost Don Mueang Airport Passenger Traffic by 10%, Welcoming Travelers with “Bouncy Pig Dolls”

Bangkok: During the Songkran Festival, Don Mueang Airport experienced a 10% increase in passenger traffic, with an average of 100,000 passengers passing through daily. Of these, 40,000 were domestic travelers, while 60,000 were international passengers. To enhance the travel experience, passengers have been encouraged to utilize biometric facial scanning for expedited processing. In a festive gesture, the airport is gifting

Chinese YouTuber Assaulted and Robbed by Fellow Countryman in Pattaya

Pattaya: A Chinese YouTuber was assaulted and robbed by a fellow countryman early this morning in Pattaya, with a local Thai citizen coming to his aid. According to Thai News Agency, Pattaya City Police officers received a report at approximately 5:10 a.m. from a concerned local that a Chinese tourist had been attacked in Soi Thepprasit 6/1, Village 10, Pattaya

Songkran Festival Spurs Over 90,000 Train Passengers Nationwide

Bangkok: People across Thailand have taken to the rails as the Songkran Festival kicks off, with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) reporting that over 90,000 individuals traveled by train on the festival’s first day. Weerit, a key figure in the railway operations, emphasized the importance of safety and efficient facilitation to ensure all passengers reach their destinations without any

Reduce Debt Burden, Revive Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai: During the Songkran Festival, Chiang Mai Province is another popular destination. Despite being affected by floods and earthquakes, the morale of vendors has not declined. They are ready to fight with government and private agencies as important support. According to Thai News Agency, the resilience of Chiang Mai’s local vendors amid natural disasters is commendable. Despite recent challenges,

Cyber Police Arrest Teenager Selling Guns Online to Modify Cars

Rayong: Cyber police have detained a 20-year-old man involved in illegal firearms trading through a Facebook group, expanding their investigation to arrest two more individuals. The trio was allegedly selling guns to fund personal expenditures, including car modifications and travel during the Songkran festival. According to Thai News Agency, the investigation was initiated by the News Analysis and Special Equipment