AI In-brief Today 17:04

THAI flight bound for Bangkok makes emergency landing in Shanghai

Thai Airways flight TG663, destined for Bangkok, performed an emergency landing in Shanghai after takeoff.
The pilot initiated the return after discovering a crack on the left side of the cockpit windshield.
Following safety procedures, the pilot dumped excess fuel before safely landing the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner back at Pudong International Airport.
Passengers were accommodated in Shanghai, and THAI arranged alternate flights; no injuries were reported during the incident.

AI In-brief Today 10:14

Cabinet approves ฿45 cap on electric train fares for Thais only

The cabinet approved a ฿45 fare cap for electric train services across all Greater Bangkok lines, exclusively for Thai nationals, aiming to alleviate commuter living costs.
Effective in 2027, passengers will initially pay full price, with the difference reimbursed later via the government's 'Pao Tang' mobile application, supported by a ฿5.8 billion subsidy.