Songkran

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and two former premiers, including the one unseated by his coup, have offered different hopes as the country entered the ...

"The government and I stand ready by your side to support all activities to create jobs and money, and help all Thais adjust to the changing world," he wrote in a Facebook message for the occasion. The prime minister made a bold projection that foreign arrivals to the country would number from 5 to 15 million this year, generating 1.3-1.8 trillion baht of revenue. Gen Prayut called this Thai New Year the "Songkran of hope" after the country began reopening for travellers to salvage the tourism sector and the government embarked on projects to create jobs, boost investment opportunities and expand the economy.

Thousands of passengers were seen waiting for buses at Bangkok Bus Terminal in Chatuchak district on Tuesday, hoping to get home in time for Thailand's ...

The Thai government said the country needed to maintain stringent social distancing measures during the festival, including a prohibition on water splashing and ...

However, I understand that safety is key." All organised events must be in a Covid-free setting and seek permission from appropriate agencies first, the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) said. It was decided that these activities increase the risk of contracting Covid-19. "This is much better than in 2020, when the rate was 0%, and in 2021, when it was 10-15%. From April 10-17 this year in Chiang Mai, the average occupancy rate is 50%." "I think it is unfortunate the government opted for a dry Songkran this year," said Mr Francis. "The average occupancy rate for April this year is 30-35%," she said.

Together, we have fought infectious diseases, responded to natural disasters, and protected economic security across the Pacific Ocean. Our partnership endures, ...

The alliance and friendship between the United States and Thailand are built on a shared commitment to a safe and secure future for all American and Thai people. We offer our best wishes to all Thai people in the coming year. On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Thailand a healthy and prosperous year ahead as you celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year.

The government has waived tolls on five expressways for the Songkran holidays to reduce travel costs for people returning to their home provinces to visit ...

The prime minister also thanked officials in advance for ensuring public safety during the Songkran holidays. – Si Rat expressway from 12:01 am on April 13 to 11:59 pm on April 15. These expressways and waiver periods are as follows:

45,000 travellers are predicted to board the trains from Hua Lamphong in Bangkok on the first day of Songkran. The old Hu Lamphong train station has been kept ...

Click for more information and the Thaiger Talk Guidelines. There will be 13 more trains for the northern and north-eastern lines. The Thai State Railway has added over 180 trains during the Songkran holidays, and will run through to April 17.

Thais have braved surging COVID-19 infections to celebrate the annual Songkran festival, the traditional Thai New Year, in a joyful yet subdued manner and ...

The revellers also poured water at and asked for blessings from the Thao Suranari Monument, a famous landmark in the province. Nine more Buddha statues were displayed at Tha Phae Gate for public worship. Phra Phuttha Sihing, a famous Buddha statue, was placed at the Tha Phae Gate to which people could pay respect by pouring water over the image.

BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): The Rail Transport Department reported that 656325 people travelled by rail on Monday (April 11), the day Thais ...

As for interprovincial routes, Southern trains witnessed the most passengers, at 13,216 people, followed by the Northeastern route – 11,375 – and the Northern route – 9,364. The department expected Tuesday to see the most passengers using rail transport, and has prepared for increasing commuters by adding extra trains on the following routes: Bangkok-Chiang Mai, Bangkok-Ubon Ratchathani, Ubon Ratchathani-Bangkok and Bangkok-Sila At (Uttaradit). The BTS Green and Gold lines recorded the most passengers, at 377,538, followed by the MRT Blue Line – 172,987 – and the Airport Rail Link – 31,657.

Twenty-six people were killed and 238 injured in 237 accidents on Monday, the first of the "seven deadly days" of the Songkran festival, with speeding the ...

Most of the accidents, about 84%, involved motorcycles. The great majority, about 84%, occurred on straight roads. Twenty-six people were killed and 238 injured in 237 accidents on Monday, the first of the "seven deadly days" of the Songkran festival, with speeding the biggest single cause of accidents, interior deputy permanent secretary Nirat Pongsithithavorn said on Tuesday.

Today is the first day of the 7 deadly days of the Songkran holiday and there have been 237 accidents, 238 injured and 26 dead.

That’s according to the director-general of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, Boontham Lertsukheekasem. He reported that speeding was the most common cause of accidents, accounting for around 30%, followed by drink driving with around 20%. Click for more information and the Thaiger Talk Guidelines. Thailand’s road-safety campaign spans the week of the Thai New Year, from April 11 to 17, during which vehicle accidents are notoriously common.

Groups of revellers got soaked while taking part in water fights outside Southampton's West Quay shopping centre. The event organised by a Thai restaurant at ...

Songkran is often referred to as the biggest water fight in the world. The Thai New Year, also known as the Songkran festival, has been marked with a mass water fight in Southampton. Songkran festival marked with mass water fight in Southampton

The one-off event is believed to be the first in the UK to celebrate Thailand's annual Songkran festival. Attendees shot and splashed water at each other, ...

Pouring water over somebody during Songkran is meant to bring good luck, so we weren’t surprised to see plenty people wanting to get involved.” “Well this was a pleasant surprise. 🔫 It was hosted by restaurant Thaikhun to celebrate #Songkran2022🇹🇭 You can read all about on the @dailyechowebsite. pic.twitter.com/cR6u074O0l April 13, 2022 Follow the latest breaking news in the Southampton area by joining our Facebook group - Southampton News - Breaking News and Incidents “What an honour to have one of the first events of its kind, here in Southampton, too.” The one-off event is believed to be the first in the UK to celebrate Thailand’s annual Songkran festival.

A total of 301 road accidents occurred nationwide on Tuesday, the second of the so-called "seven dangerous days" around the Songkran Festival, causing 47 ...

The majority, 83.72%, happened on straight roads. However, the daily death tolls do not appear to include those who succumb to their injuries on subsequent days. On Tuesday, the second of the "seven dangerous days" (April 11-17), there were 301 road accidents with 47 killed and 292 injuries.

Despite the lack of official water fights this year, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Songkran 2022 in Thailand. Events in Bangkok.

• The “Phra Pradaeng Songkran Festival 2022” will be held at the Phra Pradaeng City Hall in Samut Prakan from April 22-24. Click for more information and the Thaiger Talk Guidelines. All event goers will be required to either show proof of vaccinations or proof of a negative Covid-19 ATK test to gain entry into an event. This year, a total of 10,726 bottles of holy water will be distributed at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Pha Lat, the Three Kings Monument, Wat Pan Sao, Wat Buppharam, Wat Lok Moli, Wat Tharathip Chai Pradit and Wat Pa Daet. Family-focused activities, kite displays, merit-making activities and a fair will also be highlights of the event. So put the water gun down and take part in some cultural activities…

From Pad Thai noodles to sticky mango rice, cook a feast with these recipes.

1. In a pan, add oil and heat it over medium heat. Many food historians believe this dish first originated in central Thailand around the 17th century. Mix them well until the prawn is cooked, say about 80 per cent done. For fried noodles, fry 50 gms of dried, flat egg noodles in 1 cup of neutral oil) 4. In a separate pan, boil water and add egg noodles to it. Pad Thai is a popular dish available in many South Asian eateries. 1. Heat a pan. Blitz it into a paste. This recipe is made by simmering chicken in a fragrant spicy-sweet coconut milk, then poured over cooked egg noodles and garnished with fried wontons. Pad Thai translates to 'fried Thai' and is a delectable burst of all flavours - sweet, salty, spicy, sour, and bitter. Thailand's national dish - Pad Thai (recipe below), is a clear example. Is it your go-to takeout option but too intimidating to try cooking it yourself?

Drink driving and speeding are being blamed as the major causes as the tally of road accidents, injuries and deaths continues to climb through the Songkran ...

Samut Sakhon had the most road deaths from Monday-Wednesday, with six. There were 323 people injured in road accidents on Wednesday, an increase from 292 on Tuesday and 238 on Monday. But the death toll dropped to 40 from 47 on Tuesday, but was 26 on Monday. Drink driving and speeding are being blamed as the major causes as the tally of road accidents, injuries and deaths continues to climb through the Songkran holiday.

THAILAND: A total of 301 road accidents occurred nationwide on Tuesday (Apr 12), the second of the so-called “seven dangerous days” around the Songkran ...

The majority, 83.72%, happened on straight roads. Most of the accidents involved motorcycles (79.94%) and pick-ups (9.97%). Of the total, 40.20% occurred on Highway Department roads and 34.88% on roads under the jurisdiction of tambon administration organisations. However, the daily death tolls do not appear to include those who succumb to their injuries on subsequent days.