City Hall extends liquor sale ban until end of April

13 Sept 14:43 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) prolongs the ban on liquor sales until the end of April, a measure in effect since April 10th, to combat new COVID-19 infections.
The Energy Ministry will propose to the cabinet substantial domestic electricity fee cuts, including full exemptions for low-consumption households and discounts for higher usage, aiming to alleviate financial strain on approximately 20 million households.
Major mobile operators (AIS, True, DTAC, TOT, CAT) will offer 100 minutes of free airtime for 45 days to all subscribers, with registration open from May 1st to May 15th, benefiting an estimated 50 million users.

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.