Which #COVID19 test do I need?
Important note: At present COVID-19 antibody tests are only recommended by WHO for research purposes. It is strongly recommended that people do not obtain these tests themselves (for example, through the internet) and make decisions to seek or not seek healthcare based on the results. Always consult with a healthcare…
Health minister sees COVID-19 situation normalizing in 2-3 weeks
The Minister of Public Health has pointed out daily COVID-19 infection rates have begun to stagnate and the situation should begin to normalize in 2-3 weeks while calling on hospitals to bolster protection by dispensing Creat and assuring patients that two million Favipiravir pills are available with more to be…
Bangkok and 40 Thai provinces to close entertainment venues during Songkran
– The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the following updates to travellers regarding the Royal Thai Government’s latest measures to curb the spread of the recent community transmission of COVID-19 in Bangkok and 40 other provinces. Published in the Royal Thai Government Gazette on 9…
PM most concerned about public in resolving Green Line payment issue
The Prime Minister has decided to step up remedying issues to do with the Green Line rail extension between Bearing and Samut Prakan and from Mo Chit to Saphan Mai to Khu Khot, which have been pending operation and maintenance payments by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) for 3 years…
Thai Veterinarians Operate World Record Gallstone Surgery from Elephant
Thai veterinarians have successfully removed one big gallstone weighing 1.7kg gallstone from an elephant, a unique world record for veterinarians. The Faculty of Veterinary at Kasetsart University (Kamphaengsaen Campus) has announced the successful surgery of Sai Thong, a 50-year-old female elephant, which is only the second instance in the world…
CCSA Confirms 7-Day Quarantine for Vaccinated People
The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has confirmed quarantine will be reduced to seven days for people coming from overseas who have received two doses of vaccine at least 14 days before arrival, beginning on April 1. CCSA assistant spokeswoman Apisamai Srirangson said people who had not been vaccinated,…
Cabinet Approves 7-Day Quarantine period for Fully Vaccinated Tourists
The Cabinet has approved the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA)’s plan to reopen the country with seven-day quarantine for foreign travellers. Government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri said the plan reduces the quarantine period to seven days for fully vaccinated tourists in Phuket, Krabi, Phang Nga, Pattaya and Chiang Mai. He…
Ram Teri Ganga Maili actor Rajiv Kapoor passes away at 58
Late legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor’s son and actor Rajiv Kapoor passed away on Tuesday. He was 58 when he breathed his last. Born on 25 August 1962, the actor made his Bollywood debut in 1983 with the film ‘Ek Jaan Hain Hum.’ Remembering the legendary actor through his memorable films. Bollywood…
All schools to reopen 1st Feb, except Samut Sakhon
The Ministry of Education has announced all schools nationwide can reopen on 1st February, except for Samut Sakhon where schools must continue holding online classes. The Minister of Education Nataphol Teepsuwan announced toay that the commanding committee at the Center for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has made a decision to…
#RepublicDay2021 at Embassy of India, Bangkok
The 72nd #RepublicDay2021 was celebrated by Embassy at Bangkok with usual fervour. Ambassador Suchitra Durai unfurled the national tricolour and read out #Rashtrapatiji address. Patriotic songs were rendered by talented local Indians. The cultural programme included patriotic songs by India Women’s Club, Bihu dance by the #NorthEastIndiaAssociation, Bharatanatyam dance by…