Registration for fuel subsidies extended to ease costs

14 Sept 16:01 Key points summarised by AI

The Department of Land Transport (DLT) extended the registration deadline for transport operators to apply for fuel subsidies until April 24, addressing rising fuel costs.
This financial aid aims to prevent increases in transport and logistics fees, thereby alleviating the cost of living for the public.
A massive influx of over 26,000 initial applicants led to technical issues, prompting the DLT to extend the deadline and improve the online system.
The subsidy is a short-term intervention, covering a 42-day period from April 20 to May 31, specifically for vehicles running solely on diesel or gasoline to stabilize consumer goods costs.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.