Chiang Mai imposes partial lockdown

14 Sept 07:09 Key points summarised by AI

Chiang Mai implements strict COVID-19 measures, including a partial lockdown, from Monday evening until April 13th.
High-risk venues such as educational institutes, shopping malls, sports venues, cinemas, bars, and pubs are mandated to close.
Essential services like restaurants (for delivery/takeaway), hypermarkets, and fresh markets will remain operational.
The city reports 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with ongoing observation and quarantine efforts for additional individuals.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

Yesterday 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.