Bangkok's deputy governor coordinated all city agencies to reorganize the area layout and relocate service points to accommodate construction of the royal crematorium for the royal funeral ceremony of Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, scheduled for July 27, 2026.

At a meeting of the Field Command Center in Pranakorn District, Deputy Governor Thaiwut Khankaew presided over the third meeting of the coordination body, with representatives from Bangkok municipal offices, the Fine Arts Department, the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMA), and other relevant agencies in attendance.

Deputy Governor Thaiwut briefed the meeting on progress in site preparation and the layout plan for constructing the royal crematorium and its supporting structures for the royal funeral ceremony of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit Phra Borom Rajini Nath, the Queen Mother. The Fine Arts Department will extend temporary fencing on the western side to begin construction on August 1, 2026, necessitating the relocation of rest tents and royal food distribution points from that area.

The Public Works Office has been assigned to prepare a comprehensive area map that clearly designates each agency's work zones. Pranakorn District Office will coordinate with local police to manage access routes to pay respects and traffic flow to ensure safety and minimize impact on the public.

Regarding area management and public services, various service points such as royal food distribution and medical services will be relocated to the tunnel area in front of the Grand Palace, with the tunnel interior organized proportionally, neatly, and appropriately for service delivery.

Additionally, the Public Relations Office will relocate large LED screens from the rest tent and food distribution areas, beginning tonight until completion, with some screens to be installed at the royal kitchen area. Communications systems and supporting equipment will be checked to ensure readiness, along with public announcements about tent relocations and changes to the access routes for paying respects, so the public receives comprehensive information.

All agencies have been instructed to ensure orderliness and readiness for ongoing operations, including checking personnel preparedness and verifying opening and closing times for public communication. The Environment Office will be tasked with maintaining cleanliness, managing mobile public restrooms, and handling waste disposal continuously, while coordinating with relevant agencies to prepare for the royal ceremony and tribute exhibitions.

National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Kittirat Pandhepechr has directed all police units nationwide to prepare comprehensive crime prevention and road safety operations for the extended holiday period from July 28–30, 2025, which includes the King's Birthday, Asahna Bucha Day, and Buddhist Lent Day. Police will increase patrols, vehicle inspections for weapons and illegal drugs, and crackdowns on property crimes at transportation hubs, hotels, and tourist sites, as well as reckless driving and street racing.

Deputy National Police Chief Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairongpipatthanaporn announced a nationwide ban on all alcohol sales—wholesale and retail—for 48 hours from midnight July 29 to midnight July 30, 2025, except at licensed venues. Violators face up to six months in jail and fines up to 10,000 baht. Police will also deploy traffic officers, highway patrol, and volunteers at key intersections, tourist attractions, religious sites, and transportation terminals from July 25 to August 2, 2025, to facilitate traffic flow, prevent accidents, manage parking, and assist with vehicle breakdowns or collisions.

Thailand's Health Ministry launched an investigation into security breaches affecting the 'Mor Prom' mobile application after receiving more than 400 complaints from users claiming their medical records were accessed and used without permission. Health Minister Pattana Prom-Pattana revealed the issue on July 27, explaining that some users discovered hospital visits recorded in their Mor Prom history that they never actually attended, including cases where they denied ever seeing doctors or receiving medication at those facilities.

The minister clarified that Mor Prom is a data aggregation platform designed to display health records from various healthcare providers rather than a direct service provider itself. Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the app consolidates medical information from hospitals, health clinics, and other healthcare units to give citizens access to their own health data. The app has been expanded to allow appointment booking for medical consultations, vaccinations, and hospital services.

Pattana acknowledged possible sources of discrepancies, including data entry mistakes, misunderstandings, fraudulent claims, or cases where hospitals conducted off-site examinations that patients may not have realized. He emphasized that the app itself functions normally and recommended citizens report any inaccuracies directly through the application, allowing the backend system to investigate further while removing incorrect records from public view. The ministry expects to resolve the matter within two weeks and has invited all healthcare providers to connect their data systems with Mor Prom to enhance transparency and build comprehensive health databases for the nation.

General Decha Hemkrasri, chairman of the Cycling Association of Thailand under royal patronage, led administrators, coaches, staff, and athletes in a ceremony to pay respects and sign birthday wishes for His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn on July 28, 2569, at the association's Huamark velodrome headquarters in Bangkok's Bang Kapi district on July 27, 2569. The ceremony reflected the association's deep and boundless gratitude for the King's steadfast support of Thai cycling. After the ceremony, General Decha revealed that His Majesty graciously maintains the Cycling Association of Thailand under royal patronage, which represents supreme honor for the association, its athletes, and the entire Thai cycling community, helping to build the courage and determination needed to develop Thai cyclists to international levels.

General Decha stated that His Majesty has consistently shown favor to the Cycling Association of Thailand, having presented championship trophies and extended royal audiences to winning athletes, with members of the royal family attending competitions yearly. General Decha also noted that His Majesty has served as patron of the "Bike for Mom" cycling event honoring Queen Suthida on her 83rd birthday on August 12, 2558, and the "Bike for Dad" event honoring the late King Bhumibol on his 88th birthday on December 5, 2558. These initiatives reflect the King's dedication to encouraging loyalty to the monarchy and promoting physical fitness through cycling among Thai citizens.

The Office of Fiscal Policy (OFP) released its regional economic outlook index for July 2025, showing that Thailand's economy is expected to continue expanding over the next six months, with particularly strong confidence in the Eastern Region and Northeast Region. The growth is being driven by year-end tourism activity, government economic stimulus measures, and increased agricultural production supported by favorable weather conditions. Authorities remain alert to potential risks from energy price volatility, rising production costs, and adverse weather impacts.

Winit Wisetsuwannaphum, director of the OFP and spokesman for the Ministry of Finance, unveiled the findings on July 27, 2025, based on data collected from 76 provincial finance offices nationwide and the Thai Chamber of Commerce. The Eastern Region's confidence index stands at 76.5, with the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) particularly strong at 78.5, driven by services and industry. The region is benefiting from growing tourism trends, especially during the year-end season, along with government stimulus programs that are boosting visitor numbers and spending. The Northeast Region's index is at 72.4, supported by expanding agricultural output entering the market during harvest season and improving commodity prices, complemented by promotion of safe agricultural products and state stimulus measures.

The Western Region's index stands at 71.6, supported primarily by agriculture and industry. Agricultural output is improving thanks to ongoing government support, with increased coconut and pomelo supplies reaching market. Industrial activity is rising due to government economic stimulus, expanding demand, and improved investor confidence, though some businesses remain cautious about investment amid economic stabilization. The Northern Region's index is at 70.5, with services and industry driving expansion. The service sector is improving from stimulus measures and the approaching tourism season, while industry benefits from recovering demand, increased investment, and rising production levels. Authorities continue to monitor global economic conditions and energy costs as potential risk factors.

A 24-year-old man, whose father is a former district chief, faces allegations of physically harming a 4-year-old girl at TK Park learning center in Phayao province. The incident occurred on July 27 when the girl cried loudly after losing a game, and closed-circuit camera footage was later shared on social media, sparking widespread public criticism.

After the incident, the suspect's family approached the victim's family at Muang Phayao Police Station to discuss the matter and accept responsibility, but negotiations failed. The victim's parents refused any assistance or compensation and insisted that police proceed with legal action only. During a mediated meeting at the learning center, the suspect's parents attended but the victim's family was absent as they were at Phayao Hospital for the child's medical examination.

According to the suspect's father, his son is a special-needs individual with severe sensitivity to three types of sounds: dogs barking, roosters crowing, and children crying. The family typically manages this by having him wear headphones and play music from his phone to minimize environmental noise impacts.

On the day of the incident, the young man heard the child crying and approached to tap or nudge her face to try to make her stop, hoping to reduce the noise triggering his condition. Because of his large stature, the closed-circuit footage was widely misinterpreted as him striking the child.

The suspect's father confirmed he visited the victim's family at the police station to express remorse and apologize, offering to accept full responsibility. However, the victim's parents rejected the offer, concerned about potential pressure given the suspect's family background as former government officials. The father stated his family respects the victims' decision and is prepared to let the legal process proceed.