November 29, 2025

His Majesty the King Donates 100 Million Baht for Flood Relief Efforts in Southern Thailand

Bangkok: His Majesty the King has demonstrated his support and concern for the people affected by the recent flooding in the southern region by donating 100 million baht to Hat Yai Hospital and Prince of Songkla University Hospital. His Majesty also extended his royal patronage to the deceased victims of the floods. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul,

Floods and Landslides from Tropical Storm Ditwah Devastate Sri Lanka

Bangkok: Floods and landslides from Tropical Cyclone Ditwah have resulted in the deaths of at least 69 individuals, according to Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre (DMC). The storm struck the northern region of the country, causing widespread destruction. According to Thai News Agency, most fatalities occurred due to landslides, which were triggered by heavy rainfall exceeding 300 millimeters in the

Department of Natural Resources Acts to Restore Hat Yai Water Supply

Hat yai: The Department of Natural Resources is taking action to restore the disrupted water supply system in Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province. The initiative aims to expedite the provision of potable water to the public, ensuring their access to this essential resource at the earliest opportunity. According to Thai News Agency, the Regional Water Resources Office 8 is actively

MHESI Launches Flood Relief Caravan and Sets Up Temporary Shelter in Southern Region

Hat yai: The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) has launched a flood relief caravan and established a temporary shelter to assist citizens and students affected by the recent flooding in the southern region. According to Thai News Agency, the caravan was organized to transport relief supplies to flood victims in Hat Yai, Songkhla Province, and surrounding

Thief Arrested for Robbing Grocery Store with Fake Gun to Buy Girlfriend a Cake

Pathum thani: A thief who brandished a fake gun and robbed a grocery store to buy a cake for his girlfriend was arrested. A robber brandishing a fake gun was arrested for threatening a 68-year-old grocery store owner and forcing her to transfer money via an app before locking her in the bathroom. The robber claimed he was making money

Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Launches “Big Cleaning” Mission in Songkhla

Hat yai: The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has initiated the “Big Cleaning, Restore Happiness” mission aimed at rejuvenating disaster-stricken areas in Songkhla Province following the receding of floodwaters. The effort is a collaborative initiative led by the Ministry to bring back a sense of normalcy and safety to the affected residents. According to Thai News Agency, the Forward

Thailand’s Push for EV Battery Recycling Industry Gains Momentum

Bangkok: The Electrical Engineering Institute is actively supporting Thailand’s efforts to accelerate the development of the electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling industry, in response to the expected rise in global demand for electric vehicles, which is projected to surpass 20 million units worldwide. According to Thai News Agency, as electric vehicles become central to the global green economy, the increase

Floodwater Renders Highways Impassable Across 10 Provinces

Bangkok: Highways in 10 provinces have been submerged, causing traffic disruptions in 11 places. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Highways (DOH) reported that their summary of the flood situation on November 29, 2025, revealed extensive flooding affecting the highways. Officials have been deployed around the clock to manage traffic flow, utilizing heavy machinery and safety equipment to