- Phuket News
Phuket ramps up flood prevention as rainy season nears
Phuket City Municipality is ramping up flood prevention efforts as the rainy season approaches, deploying a comprehensive strategy to protect residents and maintain city infrastructure from imminent rain damage. Preparations include mobilising manpower to combat incoming floods, deploying machinery, and distributing sandbags across vulnerable areas to minimise damages, according to Phuket Town Mayor Saroj Angkhanapilas. The municipality aims to ensure both…
- Thailand News
Interior Minister promotes sustainable income project in Lamphun
The Deputy Interior Minister visited Lamphun to inaugurate the Sustainable Community Income Development Project and encourage provincial development officers. The event took place today, June 13, at the Ministry of Interior Market Organisation’s Lamphun branch (Central Tunnel Market). Minister Kriang Kalptinan emphasised the significance of the project, stating its primary objective is to develop, promote, and support marketing channels. This…
- Business News
Shock to the system: Chinese EV makers’ global charge struggle
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers face a challenge in maintaining their global image as price competition abroad raises concerns about the quality and reliability of their cars, according to consultancy Bain & Co. Bain & Co advises Chinese EV manufacturers, who already have a cost advantage over international competitors, to shift their focus to premium and expensive models rather than…
- Business News
TikTok teams up with Thailand’s biz dept to boost SME impact
TikTok Shop has taken a significant step by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Thailand’s Department of Business Development to boost the contribution of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to 40% of the GDP by 2027, up from the current 35%. TikTok Live data from Thailand shows that in 2023, there were 700,000 Thai creators live streaming on the…
- Thailand News
Elderly woman forgives robbers after 200,000 baht theft in Buriram
An elderly woman, who fell victim to a theft by two seemingly Good Samaritans who stole cash and gold worth nearly 200,000 baht, has remarkably forgiven the suspects. After accepting their offer of a ride, she was robbed of all her belongings, threatened at gunpoint, and left stranded by a pond. The Thai police apprehended one of the suspects, 39…
- Business News
Lay’s chips in: PepsiCo to grow revenue by 15% for Thai farmers
Pepsi-Cola (Thai) Trading Co (PepsiCo), the producer and distributor of Lay’s potato chips, has intensified efforts to boost agricultural productivity among its 5,800 contract farmers, aiming to increase revenue by 15% for 35% of these farmers by 2030. General Manager of Indochina Foods and Chief Commercial Officer for Asia-Pacific, Sudipto Mozumdar highlighted the challenges posed by climate change and rising…
- Thailand News
Thailand power companies to spark 112,400 megawatts in 13 years
Thailand’s electricity supply is projected to reach 112,400 megawatts in the next 13 years, with power companies anticipated to play a larger role in power generation, according to the new power development plan (PDP). The country’s power supply was 53,868MW last year, with nearly 80% sourced from fossil fuels and the rest from renewable energy. According to an anonymous source…
- Thailand News
Former prison warden found guilty of corruption in Thailand
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has determined that the former warden of Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Prison is guilty of corruption related to the establishment of a housewives’ group to sell food and drinks within the prison, without the necessary permissions. NACC’s Provincial Director, Chutarat Luangpermsakul, disclosed that the commission decided the misconduct in public office, specifically accusing Sutin Chidchob…
- Thailand News
Closure of two carmaker’s facilities threatens investor confidence
In a recent announcement, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) expressed concerns that the planned closures of Suzuki and Subaru production facilities in Thailand could undermine investor confidence in the auto industry. Last month, Suzuki Motor (Thailand) revealed its decision to cease all factory operations in Thailand by the end of 2025. The company cited declining sales and intense competition…
- Thailand News
Police arrest 12 homeless people for trespassing in Khon Kaen
Police apprehended 12 homeless people who had been occupying an abandoned restaurant near Bueng Kaen Nakhon, following numerous complaints from locals about disturbances. Police were alerted by the property owner about the growing number of homeless people occupying an old restaurant, causing distress to nearby residents. Officers were dispatched to control the situation, and the 12 individuals were subsequently arrested…
- Thailand News
Thailand extends control on 57 items to protect consumers
Government spokesperson Phumtham Wechayachai announced the extension of control over 57 products and services for another year to regulate essential goods and services for consumers, effective from today, June 12 onwards. The deputy prime minister and minister of commerce reported the decision following a meeting of the Central Committee on Prices of Goods and Services (CCP) held yesterday. The meeting…
- Phuket News
Phuket hosts Southern Halal Expo to boost tourism
The Southern Halal Expo & Tourism fair is currently taking place in Phuket, aiming to revitalise local tourism and enhance the incomes of local families while enhancing a sense of community for Muslims. Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat officiated the opening ceremony at the Robinson Lifestyle Shopping Center in Thalang yesterday. The event, organised by the Andaman Phuket Muslim Women’s Association in…
- Thailand News
Bangkok police arrest rapist posing as taxi rider
Bangkok police apprehended an alleged sexual predator in the RCA area, posing as a motorcycle taxi and sexually assaulting intoxicated women. His arrest this morning prompted heightened security by police in the area. The suspect, 35 year old Thanapath was taken into custody based on an arrest warrant issued on June 10 for charges of rape, indecent acts, and theft.…
- Thailand News
Ratchaburi farmers back new fertiliser project to cut costs
Farmers in Ratchaburi are optimistic about the Half-and-Half Fertiliser project, designed to alleviate financial strain and reduce production costs for rice farmers. The project, approved by the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, aims to support farmers planting rice in the 2024 to 2025 production year by providing 50 kilogrammes of fertiliser per rai, with a cap of 20 rai per…
- Thailand News
Police arrest woman for robbing elderly of 200,000 baht in Buriram
The Thai police arrested a woman today for allegedly deceiving and robbing an elderly woman in Buriram. The suspect, Somporn, or Aui Banna, is believed to be part of a gang, part of a wider operation that has been targeting vulnerable individuals across various regions. The police, led by Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang began an investigation after receiving multiple complaints.…
- Thailand News
Thai police raid drug-fuelled party at luxury villa, 34 arrested
Police in Nakhon Pathom dismantled a drug-fueled party at a luxury pool villa yesterday discovering various drugs, including ketamine and meth, 34 individuals were arrested in the drug raid despite attempts to evade capture. Officers from multiple divisions, including the Provincial Police Region 7 and Nakhon Pathom Municipal Police, conducted the raid in Wang Taku, Nakhon Pathom, following reports of…
- Thailand News
Man shoots former village headman over insult in Kanchanaburi
A man fatally shot a former village headman in Kanchanaburi out of revenge for being insulted in front of his girlfriend. The tragic incident occurred while the victim was helping to repair a roof at his girlfriend’s mother’s house. Police in Kanchanaburi’s Leaukwan district received a report about the shooting yesterday. The incident took place at a house in Leaukwan…
- Thailand News
Yala neighbour dispute over rain gutter leads to deadly shooting
A neighbourhood dispute over a faulty rain gutter yesterday escalated into a deadly shooting, resulting in the death of a Yala immigration police officer and injuries to the gunman. The incident took place at 4pm in Sateng, Mueang Yala District, Yala Province. Authorities arrived at the scene following reports of a violent altercation involving firearms. Police discovered the body of…
- Business News
Thailand urged to upgrade regional airports to boost tourism
The Airlines Association of Thailand (AAT) called upon the government to upgrade more regional airports to international status, aiming to boost tourism and generate more revenue for Thaniland’s 55 second-tier cities. At the Ignite Tourism Thailand event, chaired by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, AAT President Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth highlighted the need for developing regional airport facilities to handle international flights. This…
- Thailand News
Government pushes for UNESCO status for Nan to boost tourism
The Government of Thailand announced plans to promote cultural tourism between Nan in northern Thailand and Luang Prabang, the historic capital of Laos, with the ultimate aim of nominating Nan as a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) World Heritage site. Government spokesperson Chai Watcharonke revealed that the Cabinet had approved the Culture Ministry’s proposal in March, highlighting…
- Thailand News
Speeding driver in rain kills squid vendor 300 metres from home
A tragic incident transpired amid heavy downpours in Nakhon Phanom yesterday as a fatal collision between a vehicle and a squid vendor cart resulted in the death of a mother, just 300 metres from home. Rescue officials quickly arrived at the scene but were unable to save her life. Today, a deputy investigator from Mueang Nakhon Phanom Police Station, Sitthiphol…
- Thailand News
Domestic violence victim fatally stabs husband in Chon Buri
A Chon Buri woman fatally stabbed her husband as she finally reached a breaking point after enduring years of domestic violence and abuse from her alcoholic husband. She made no attempts to flee and surrendered to the police. The investigating officer from Klong Kiew Police Station, Police Lieutenant Prakat Yati, along with a rescue team from the Silathammasamakhom Association, responded…
- Thailand News
Man kills alleged abusive brother-in-law with PVC pipe
A Thai man, overwhelmed by stress and frustration, confessed to fatally attacking his brother-in-law with a PVC pipe. The incident occurred yesterday, June 10, leaving the victim dead on his bed. Chief of Plang Yao Police Station, Police Lieutenant Colonel Precha Nisaisom reported receiving a call about the attack that took place in a house in Nong Mai Kaen, Plang…
- Thailand News
Ex-bank loan officer arrested for embezzlement and forgery
Officers from the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) arrested a former senior bank loan officer on charges of document forgery and embezzlement, leading to a loss of over one million baht. Commander of the PACC, Police Major General Prasong Chelimphanth, directed an operation alongside NACC Region 6 Director, Suphap Siri to apprehend 43 year…
- Thailand News
Mayor’s murky water deal: Politician’s son-in-law in bribery charge
Prosecutors formally charged Veerachart Rasamee, son-in-law of Chada Thaiseth and mayor of Talukdu municipality, Uthai Thani, in a 600,000 baht bribery case involving village water supply construction. Police from the Anti-Corruption Division (ACD) arrested Veerachart at his residence in 2023 after allegations surfaced that he solicited bribes from contractors for two underground water supply projects. The contractors involved in both…
- Thailand News
Fire engulfs Phetchaburi warehouse, 15 fire trucks deployed
A massive fire engulfed a plastic and chemical storage warehouse in Phetchaburi, prompting authorities to deploy 15 fire trucks in an attempt to control the blaze, the cause is believed to have been an electrical short circuit. Head of Khao Yoi Police Station in Phetchaburi, Police Colonel Thip Khengkhoom, led the response to the fire at Universal Flexible Packaging Co.,…
- Thailand News
Phayao police seize 7.6 million meth pills in drug bust
Police in Phusang, Phayao, intercepted a vehicle suspected of drug trafficking and discovered 31 sacks containing 7.6 million methamphetamine pills, the driver managed to escape. Authorities are intensifying surveillance and investigation efforts to apprehend those involved. Police, led by Tikhawut Bunditchusakul, Chief of Phusang Police Station, a team of investigators and the Provincial Narcotics Suppression Unit, yesterday received intelligence about…
- Thailand News
Snake in the tank: Slithery surprise at Lom Sak petrol station
A small snake caused a commotion at a petrol station in Lom Sak, Phetchabun, when it was discovered curled up by the fuel cap of a motorbike. The owner, who had stopped to refuel, was shocked by the unexpected visitor, prompting a call for rescue services. At around 12.15am today, the Sawang Mongkol Sathit Rescue Unit in Lom Sak received…
- Phuket News
Missing American in Phuket beach found dead
An American man who was swept away by a giant wave in front of his three year old son and Thai wife has been found dead on Nai Harn Beach, Phuket. The incident occurred on June 9 as the family was enjoying their time at the beach. His wife, 49 year old Siriamorn, and their young son were at Nai…
- Thailand News
Fake police officer collared in Bang Kapi for ‘uniform’ crime
A man was arrested in Bang Kapi yesterday for impersonating a police officer and using his fake status to steal a mobile phone. The suspect claimed he did it because he liked the uniform. The Thai police managed to track him down and make an arrest after a former colleague reported the crime. Police officials apprehended 45 year old Sanae…
