- Thailand News
Elderly Thai man rescued after three days trapped in bathroom
An elderly man was rescued after being trapped in the bathroom of his Chon Bui home for three days without food. The discovery was made at 8.10pm yesterday, July 9, by a friend of his son. Rescue officers from the Sawang Rojanathamsathan Foundation in Chon Buri were promptly dispatched following the report of 72 year old Pornchai slipping in his…
- Thailand News
Mobile users must verify SIM cards by tomorrow or face restrictions
The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has mandated that individuals possessing between six and 100 SIM cards must verify their identities at mobile operators’ service centres by tomorrow, July 11, or face restrictions on outgoing calls and text messages. Out of a total of 3,981,251 SIM cards, 1,635,407 had their identities verified as of yesterday, leaving over 2.3 million…
- Business News
E-Foreign Business service said to simplify foreign investments
The Department of Business Development (DBD) is set to launch a new online service this month, the e-Foreign Business is aimed at streamlining the process for foreign investors to apply for business permissions in Thailand. Director-General of the DBD, Auramon Supthaweethum highlighted that the new system is designed to shorten the processing time for business registrations and reduce the volume…
- Thailand News
Pol-ishing Thais: Thailand, Poland to boost medical technology ties
Thailand and Poland, despite their close trade ties, are urged to enhance their business cooperation, particularly in the medical technology sector, according to Polish Ambassador Artur Dmochowski. During a seminar in Bangkok yesterday, July 9, Dmochowski highlighted Poland‘s desire to strengthen economic, commercial, and technological exchanges with Thailand. The event aimed to showcase advancements in Polish medical technology. The Polish…
- Thailand News
Fielding opinions: OAE seeks public input on agri-operator rules
The Office of Agricultural Economics (OAE), led by Secretary Chantanont Wannakejon, is currently gathering feedback from stakeholders and the general public on the draft regulation regarding the registration of agricultural operators, including machinery service providers, scheduled for implementation later this year. Chantanont highlighted the importance of this initiative, which aims to enhance the efficiency of agricultural production through a comprehensive…
- Thailand News
Pond-erous tragedy: Fish farm owner pulled into watery grave
A tragic incident occurred yesterday when a fish farm owner drowned in her pond in Chanthaburi after being pulled in by a fish. Her younger brother revealed that she could not swim. Investigators reported the discovery of a 68 year old Nok, lifeless in a fish pond in Chanthaburi’s Tha Mai district. The incident took place yesterday, July 8, with…
- Thailand News
Family tragedy in Yasothon after consuming poisonous mushrooms
A tragic incident involving the consumption of poisonous mushrooms left a family in Yasothon devastated after mother and son fell ill after eating the mushrooms, leading to the mother’s death and, subsequently, the son’s passing after a 10-day hospitalisation. Today, July 9, relatives gathered at a temple in Mueang Yasothon district, Yasothon province, to hold a funeral for 46 year…
- Thailand News
Buriram official fires gun three times to stop teen brawl (video)
A local council member in Buriram has been called in for questioning after a video surfaced showing him firing several shots into the air during a brawl between teenagers at a parade yesterday, July 8. He admitted he did it to stop the fight. The incident took place in front of a parade vehicle at Ban Nong Makhuea Mai village…
- Business News
Honda to cease productions in Ayutthaya by 2025, EV competition
Honda Motor will cease vehicle production at its Ayutthaya factory by 2025, redirecting its efforts to consolidate operations at the Prachin Buri plant, the company announced today, July 9. This strategic shift underscores the increasing challenges Japan’s second-largest automaker faces in Southeast Asia, as Chinese brands aggressively vie for market share in Thailand amidst rising consumer interest in electric vehicles…
- Thailand News
Pheu Thai tries to regain public confidence after unfulfilled promises
Pheu Thai faces significant challenges as it struggles to regain public confidence amid unfulfilled economic promises. Just a year ago, many Thais were optimistic that Pheu Thai’s return to power would alleviate the nation’s economic difficulties by boosting consumer purchasing power, reducing household debt, and reversing slowing economic growth. Pheu Thai’s election campaign emphasised economic policies, promising to achieve an…
- Thailand News
Lorry brake failure causes six-vehicle crash in Chon Buri
A lorry brake failure today led to a massive six-vehicle collision in Chon Buri. The initial collision with a ten-wheeler truck ultimately led to a domino effect involving six other vehicles, resulting in one injured driver. Officers from Chon Buri City Police Station and the Thammarat Foundation rescue team responded to the scene on Ban Bueng-Chon Buri Road at the…
- Thailand News
Soldier arrested for murder of housemaid in Bangkok apartment
A young soldier has been apprehended in connection with the murder of his housemaid girlfriend at a Parliament apartment in central Bangkok. The police are coordinating with military personnel to transfer the suspect for further investigation. The incident came to light when officers from Sam Sen Police Station responded to a call at an apartment on Nakhon Chai Si Road…
- Thailand News
Company executive arrested for 8 million baht tour fraud
Police apprehended a company executive accused of fraudulently selling non-existent tours, leaving customers stranded and causing an estimated 8 million baht in damages. Despite the allegations, the executive denies the tour fraud charges but admits to receiving a monthly salary of 100,000 baht. Today, July 9, the Commander of the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD), Police Major General Witthaya Sriprasertphap,…
- Business News
Asia Aviation sees record earnings from China, India travel surge
Asia Aviation Plc, Thailand’s largest low-cost airline operator, anticipates record earnings from core operations this year, driven by a significant increase in international visitors, which is boosting demand for seats and airfares. According to Chief Executive Officer Santisuk Klongchaiya, Thai AirAsia, the fully-owned budget airline unit of Asia Aviation, plans to increase flights to China and India to take advantage…
- Phuket News
Patong Police hunt Thai man after knife attack on Indian tourist
Patong Police are actively searching for a Thai man who attacked an Indian tourist with a knife, resulting in a head wound. The incident occurred late Sunday night, July 7, when the Thai man blew cigarette smoke into the Indian tourist’s face, Patong Police were alerted around 11.10pm. Upon arrival, officers found 37 year old Aneesh Kumar Nikathithara Purushan, with…
- Tourism News
Thailand aims for 3.4 trillion baht in tourism revenue by 2025
Thailand’s Tourism Authority (TAT) plans to achieve 7.5% revenue growth or 3.4 trillion baht in 2025, while private operators advocate for airfare subsidies to boost income, to mark the upcoming year as Thailand Grand Tourism Year. During the TAT Action Plan 2025 meeting yesterday, July 8, Chairman Natthriya Thaweevong announced that the government aims to mark 2025 as the Thailand…
- Thailand News
e-cigarettes worth 3 million baht seized across Chanthaburi
Police in Chanthaburi launched a significant crackdown on illegal e-cigarette sales, confiscating over 3 million baht worth of contraband and discovering that children as young as 12 are purchasing and using these products openly. Under the supervision of Assistant Minister of Public Health Thanakrit Jittarareerat, the operation was conducted by a team of officers from the Technology Crime Suppression Division,…
- Thailand News
Man confesses to murder, car theft and gold robbery in Chiang Mai
A suspect has confessed to the murder of a rider and a subsequent gold robbery in Chiang Mai, driven by a desire to help his family pay off a 10 million baht debt from a pyramid scheme. The suspect, an ex-student of a prestigious university, meticulously planned the crime for over a year. Police arrested 27 year old Niphitphon Sombunsukying…
- Thailand News
Train collision in Phichit leaves five dead, two injured
A tragic accident occurred yesterday, July 8, when a train collided with a pickup truck at an unguarded crossing in Ban Ratchachangkhwan, Phichit Province, resulting in five fatalities and two severe injuries. The victims were en route to a relative’s funeral. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) expressed its condolences to the families affected by the incident. The collision happened…
- Thailand News
Former red-shirt leader plans protest against new govt initiatives
Former red-shirt leader Jatuporn Prompan announced plans for a protest next month against several government initiatives, citing concerns that these measures would primarily benefit the country’s elite. Jatuporn specifically pointed to proposals to increase the cap on foreign ownership in condominiums to 75% and extend land leases for foreigners to 99 years. In a Facebook post made yesterday, July 8,…
- Crime News
Woman groped in Pattaya bar by man posing as inspector
A man claiming to be a police inspector groped a woman in a well-known Pattaya bar, before quickly fleeing the scene with his friends when a police officer arrived. The victim immediately reported the incident to the police, prompting an investigation. At 2.36am today, July 9, Pattaya City Police received a report of an indecent act at a popular entertainment…
- Thailand News
Heavy rain and high waves forecasted across Thailand
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning about the southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, causing waves exceeding 2 metres and heavy rain across Thailand, including Bangkok and its vicinity, with thunderstorms expected in 60% of the area. The TMD forecasts weather conditions for the next 24 hours, highlighting the impact of the…
- Thailand News
Motorcyclist dies in head-on collision on Bangkok expressway
A motorcyclist driving against traffic on a Bangkok expressway collided head-on with a car, resulting in a fatal accident. The impact resulted in a fire that engulfed both vehicles, leading to injuries for the car driver and the untimely death of the motorcyclist. At around 4.10am yesterday, July 7, Chaiyaphat Thabchom, Deputy Inspector from the Traffic Control Centre of the…
- Thailand News
Purple Line power surge: Bangkok’s MRT sees ridership spike
The MRT Purple Line in Bangkok experienced an unprecedented surge in ridership, with over 86,000 passengers using the service late last month. This significant milestone, achieved on June 28, is attributed to the integration with a new bus terminal. The Acting Governor of the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA), Witthaya Phanmongkol explained today, July 8, that the significant increase in…
- Thailand News
Minister orders investigation into university selling degrees
In a move to uphold academic integrity, Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Minister Supamas Isarabhakdi announced immediate action following reports of a private university allegedly selling degrees to wealthy students without requiring them to study. Announced today, July 8, Supamas confirmed the establishment of a fact-finding committee led by the ministry’s Deputy Permanent Secretary, Professor Doctor Supachai Pathumnakul. While…
- Thailand News
Thief steals 2.5 million baht worth of gold in Chiang Mai mall heist
A gold heist at a prominent Chiang Mai shopping mall saw a thief steal approximately 60 baht of gold, worth roughly 2.5 million baht before fleeing in a white Toyota sedan. The suspect remains at large and police checkpoints were established city-wide as the suspect was last seen driving towards the Super Highway. At 11.30am today, July 8, the Chiang…
- Thailand News
Egg-cellent gesture: Royal volunteers crack 10,000 eggs for locals
Royal Volunteers distributed 10,000 boiled eggs to Chon Buri locals as part of community service activities, celebrating the 72nd birthday of King Maha Vajiralongkorn. At Wat Woraprot Sangkhawat in Phan Thong district, Chon Buri, a Royal Volunteer, Doctor Kriangsak Saengchan and the abbot of Wat Woraprot, Phra Khru Thawon Sattakhun collaborated with volunteer groups and the National Municipal Association of…
- Thailand News
Teenager dies in motorbike crash with broken-down timber truck
A tragic accident unfolded in Phattalung last night as a teenager, riding his motorbike, fatally crashed into a broken-down, unregistered timber truck parked on the roadside. The young man’s father arrived at the scene, collapsed and heartbroken. Officers from Thamod Police Station in Phatthalung received a report of a fatal accident around 11pm yesterday, July 7. The incident took place…
- Thailand News
Thailand enhances air navigation services, surge in China flights
Transport Deputy Minister Surapong Piyachote announced Thailand’s pledge to streamline the efficiency of its air navigation services and related aviation solutions in routing, and emergency scenarios. This commitment aligns with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s national development policies, which prioritise improving aviation as a key agenda for progress. This announcement comes in response to a report showing a significant surge in…
- Thailand News
Chon Buri community helps mother find missing 12 year old girl
A 12 year old girl from Chon Buri, missing for four days since July 4, has been found safe and sound, after tireless efforts from her mother following over 100 tip-offs stemming from her social media post. Namfon disappeared from a condominium in Si Racha, Chon Buri, on July 4. Her mother, 43 year old Nanjinya immediately took to social…
