Two more banks to provide registration for Rao Chana scheme

15 Sept 04:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Government Savings Bank (GSB) and Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) will join Krung Thai Bank (KTB) in offering registration for the 7,000 baht Rao Chana subsidy to those without smartphones.
Starting next Monday, these banks will assist applicants by recording ID card numbers, with the 7,000 baht distributed in six installments: an initial 2,000 baht, then five 1,000 baht payments.
This expansion, alongside a registration deadline extension to March 25th, aims to reduce congestion at KTB branches, which experienced overwhelming demand and app system issues.
GSB and BAAC will collect applicant data and forward it to KTB for final registration, as they are not equipped for direct processing.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.