Category archives: In The News

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reaffirmed her commitment to the Digital Wallet Project during a Pheu Thai Party headquarters meeting. Addressing rumors that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra had ordered the project’s cancellation, Paetongtarn dismissed such claims, confirming the project’s role as an economic stimulus. While acknowledging changes in the country’s…

The Hindu community in Thailand organized a peaceful protest today in front of the Bangladesh Embassy in Bangkok, advocating for the safety and rights of Hindus in Bangladesh. The demonstration saw the participation of over 300 people who gathered to voice their concerns and call for an end to the…

A recent Financial Times article delved into Thailand’s eagerly awaited digital wallet stipend initiative for eligible citizens, suggesting it offers a preview of cashless economies to come. Digital Wallet Program: A Glimpse into the Future of Money According to Chai Wacharonke, the Thai Government Spokesperson, the article sees the program…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Thai Bharat Cultural Lodge (TBCL) proudly hosted a significant event on the 3rd and 4th of August 2024, welcoming a distinguished thirty-member delegation from the Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha of the Indian Army, led by their President, Col. Tejendra Pal Tyagi, Param Vir Chakra. The event was…

Thailand now ranks 31st at the Paris Olympics, with a total of 1 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze medals. This achievement underscores the nation’s prowess in various sports on the global stage. Paris 2024 Olympics – Taekwondo – Women -49kg Victory Ceremony – Grand Palais, Paris, France – August…

The Bangkok Metropolitan Council is urging the Ministry of Transport to implement a 20-baht fare cap for all electric railway systems within the next year to encourage the use of public transport and lower air pollution levels. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, an adviser to Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit, met with city councilors…