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Land Transport Department to allow online licence renewals
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 17/02/2026
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), is upgrading its service standards to allow motorists aged under 55 to renew their driving licences online from June.
Red Line extension relocation eyed
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/02/2026
» The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has moved to overhaul the design of its Red Line suburban railway extension, proposing to relocate and rename the planned Ratchawithi Station to create a direct link with Ramathibodi Hospital, in a bid to improve passenger convenience and urban connectivity.
2025 a 'turning point' for Bangkok
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 01/01/2026
» From a collapsing road to contentious transit debts, tighter pet rules and higher rubbish fees, 2025 marked a turning point in how Bangkok governs itself.
BMA speeds up Lumpini renovations
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 21/10/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is accelerating renovation work at Lumpini Park in preparation for its 100th anniversary and the centennial commemoration of King Vajiravudh (King Rama VI).
Rajavithi Skywalk takes shape
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 11/08/2025
» After nearly a decade of discussion, the Rajavithi Skywalk project has finally taken shape with the driving of its first pile on Aug 8, under the administration of governor Chadchart Sittipunt.
Big shakeup for city pet owners
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 06/05/2025
» A quietly announced law will usher in sweeping changes to pet ownership in Bangkok early next year. While the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Ordinance on Animal Keeping and Release Control 2024 has flown under the radar for many, its impact -- particularly on dog and cat owners -- could be profound when it comes into force on Jan 10.
Three ministries close ranks against staff drug abuse
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 31/07/2024
» Three key ministries have agreed to step up drug testing of staff involved in drug suppression, with rehabilitation and medical treatment for any who test positive.
More bus routes eyed for Red Line station
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 26/06/2024
» The Department of Land Transport (DLT) is to propose four additional electric bus routes to feed the State Railway of Thailand's (SRT's) Red Line Rangsit Station in Pathum Thani province next month.
Japanese firms to invest more as outlook brightens
Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/06/2024
» Japanese investors are expected to increase their activity in Thailand, following a forecast by the Japan External Trade Organization (Jetro) of a rebound in tourism and business in the second half of this year, according to Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit.
BMA rolls out NY safety plan
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 19/12/2023
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has rolled out a number of measures to boost public safety in the capital during the New Year festival.