Thailand National News — Daily Bangkok & Government Updates
Five Soldiers Killed in Narathiwat Checkpoint Attack
Five soldiers were killed in a gun and pipe-bomb attack at a checkpoint in Narathiwat's Ra-ngae district on July 22 evening, the Internal Security Operations Command confirmed.
Commerce Ministry Flags 700 Firms After Welfare Card Names Removed
The Commerce Ministry identified 700 firms with directors and shareholders who lost welfare card eligibility in a 2025 review that removed 9.3 million people failing to meet poverty criteria. Those disputing their business designation can a
Thailand Raises Fuel Prices 0.90 Baht Per Liter Amid Global Crisis
All fuel prices in Thailand rise 0.90 baht per liter starting July 23 due to Middle East tensions, Red Sea shipping disruptions, and surging global oil costs, though government subsidies cushion some impact.
Interior Ministry Orders Village Chiefs to Document Homes, Vehicles for Welfare Card Appeals
Village chiefs will document residents' homes and vehicles through photos to help low-income families appeal for state welfare cards, with a September 20 deadline for submitting supporting documents.
Woman's Face Emerges From Dam After 50 Years
A woman's face has mysteriously emerged on Thailand's Khong Khao Khat dam for the first time in 50 years as water levels dropped, revealing natural formations that resemble a nose, hair, and smile near Uttaradit Province.
Thai Social Media Star Warns After Severe Dengue Fever ICU Battle
Popular content creator Noo Lek spent over 10 days hospitalized, including time in ICU, after contracting severe dengue fever that caused internal bleeding. She warns others to seek immediate medical care for sustained fever, noting the dis
Election Commission Dissolves Anakhon Glai Party
The Election Commission dissolved the Anakhon Glai Party after it failed to meet membership and regional branch requirements within a year of registration.
Government Clarifies 3-Baht Power Rate Registration Rules
All households automatically receive a 3-baht rate for the first 200 electricity units starting September with no registration required, while welfare card holders must register separately to claim 315-baht monthly assistance.
PM Anutin Opens Thailand-China Cooperation Expo 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul presided over the opening ceremony of the Thailand–China Cooperation Expo 2026 today (July 22) at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, reaffirming the government's commitment...
Thailand and China Expand Media Partnership
Sudruetai Lertkasem, Director-General of Thailand’s Government Public Relations Department (PRD), met with An Xiaoyu, Executive Editor of CGTN (China Global Television Network) and Director of the A...
Thailand Develops Kratom Into Global Medicinal Product
Thailand is positioning kratom as a high-value medicinal plant through research, safety standards and global market development. Kratom, or Mitragyna speciosa, is a native plant closely associated wi...
Thai Youth Turn Local Heritage Into Board Games
Thai youth are using board games to revive local stories and transform community heritage into cultural appeal with global reach. Local stories are not always preserved in textbooks. Many live ...