Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
DSI Submits Local Exam Fraud Data to NACC
The Department of Special Investigation has submitted findings on local civil service exam fraud to the National Anti-Corruption Commission, focusing on cases where victims were deceived and lost money rather than official misconduct.
MEA Expands Smart Meter Program for Medical Patients
Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) continues advancing public services by promoting Smart Meter technology to improve the quality of life for patients who rely on electricity-dependent...
Thailand Partners With Seoul Hospital on Medical AI
Thailand and South Korea are partnering to develop medical AI systems, combining Korea's disease databases with Thailand's tropical disease expertise to accelerate healthcare innovation.
Thailand Freezes Electricity Rates at 3.95 Baht Per Unit
Thailand's Energy Regulatory Commission froze electricity rates at 3.95 baht per unit through December 2025 by absorbing accumulated costs and using clawed-back revenues to shield consumers from rising fuel expenses.
Thai Minister Says Yingluck Trapped in Political Snare
A Thai deputy prime minister claims iLaw director Yingluck Achjanant is caught in a political trap rather than deliberately making unsupported allegations linking Bhumjaithai Party members to Senate fraud, suggesting she may have been manip
ONE Championship Reconciles with Rothalung, Eyes Massive Fighter Purse
ONE Championship has reconciled with former Muay Thai champion Rothalung Jitmeungnon after previous legal disputes, with his next fight purse potentially exceeding 10 million baht—a record for Thai fighters.
Pizza Company Launches Chicken Tendies Concept with Coca-Cola
The Pizza Company launches Chicken Tendies, a new fast-casual concept featuring fried chicken, pizzas, and egg tarts with Coca-Cola beverages targeting younger consumers seeking quick, affordable meals. The first location opened at Robinson
Mahidol University Launches Myanmar Scholarship Program
Mahidol University is strengthening international educational cooperation through the Human Capital Empowerment in Myanmar (HCEM) initiative, a scholarship program designed to enhance human resource d...
Thailand PWA Partners with South Korea on Water Technology
Thailand’s Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a private sector organization from the Republic of Korea to strengthen collaboration in water tec...
Thailand Launches Operation Against Illegal Cryptocurrency Mining Networks
Thai authorities dismantled illegal cryptocurrency mining networks using stolen electricity in coordinated raids across seven locations, with the Prime Minister vowing strict prosecution of operators, investors, and any complicit officials.
Manop Fires Back at Krathomdham Over Agriculture Ministry Criticism
Pheu Thai deputy leader Manop Charoensri defended Agriculture Minister Suriya against criticism from opposition party Krathomdham on July 23, arguing that personnel transfers followed merit-based procedures and questioning whether the oppos
Gold Card Scheme Expands to Cover Obesity Surgery
BANGKOK: The National Health Security Office (NHSO) has expanded benefits under the Universal Coverage Scheme, commonly known as the B30 gold card scheme, to include surgery for patients with severe obesity who meet strict medical criteria.