AI In-brief Today 14:06

Thai government launches ฿50,000 rooftop solar subsidy for households

The Thai government launched a ฿50 billion 'Rooftop Solar for the Public' scheme, offering a ฿50,000 subsidy per household to one million residences.
This initiative aims to promote clean energy adoption and reduce household electricity bills across the country.
Key conditions include that the ฿50,000 subsidy cannot be combined with a ฿200,000 income tax deduction, and State Welfare Cardholders must forfeit their ฿315 monthly electricity subsidy for 20 years.
Registrations are open until January 31 next year, with applicants required to be Thai nationals linked to the electricity meter and install 5-10 kW systems from registered contractors.

AI In-brief Today 12:56

Army files police complaint over alleged misuse of Nakhon Nayok military land

The Army has filed a police complaint regarding the alleged unauthorized use of military-controlled land in Nakhon Nayok, reportedly operating as a resort and trail-running course linked to a television host's husband.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is collaborating to investigate the land's boundaries and determine if any forestry regulations have been violated, as the Army confirms the property is state land under its custody.