April 5, 2025

Search Operation Underway as Office of the Auditor General Building Collapses

Bangkok: A comprehensive search operation is currently underway to locate missing persons following the collapse of the Office of the Auditor General building. The operation began at 8:00 AM with rescue workers and K9 dogs entering the site to conduct a thorough search across all zones, prioritizing no specific area over another. However, significant efforts were concentrated on Zone B

Comptroller General Department Addresses ITD-CREC Joint Venture Name Display Issue

Bangkok: The Comptroller General’s Department has clarified concerns regarding the absence of the ITD-CREC joint venture’s name in the online auction process. Mrs. Patricia Mongkolvanich, Director-General of the department, explained that during the submission of e-bidding documents for the construction project of the Office of the Auditor General’s building, the Electronic Government Procurement System (e-GP) did not display the name

US Adjusts Tariffs on Thailand Amid Trade Tensions

Washington: Ending the confusion, the United States has officially adjusted the tariffs imposed on Thailand, reducing the increase from the initially reported 37% to 36%. This adjustment in reciprocal tariffs marks a significant moment in the ongoing trade disputes impacting both nations. According to Thai News Agency, the increase in tariffs is expected to have a notable impact on Thailand’s

K9 Dogs Detect Human Scent Under Collapsed Office of the Auditor General Building

Bangkok: K9 dogs have detected the scent of humans under the collapsed Office of the Auditor General building, but have not yet been able to determine the number or status of those trapped. Initial reports have been made to officials. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Alongkot Chukaew, Deputy Director of the National Rescue Dog Organization, revealed that this morning

Thai Engineers Mobilize to Inspect School Buildings After Earthquake

Nonthaburi: Thai technicians have volunteered to inspect the OBEC school buildings following an earthquake that caused structural damage. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai Engineers Foundation, in collaboration with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) and the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC), has dispatched a team of over 200 engineers and volunteer technicians. This initiative aims

DDPM Accelerates Procurement of Cell Broadcast System for Self-Disaster Warnings

Bangkok: The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation is accelerating the procurement of a Cell broadcast system to provide self-disaster warnings after an earthquake and a building collapse in the Chatuchak area. Mr. Sahat Wongskulvivat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), revealed the DDPM’s operations regarding the earthquake that occurred last week. Initially, the DDPM

KTC Reports Surge in Credit Card Spending in Australia by Thai Travelers

Bangkok: Krungthai Card Public Company Limited (KTC) has reported a significant increase in credit card spending by Thai travelers in Australia and New Zealand, rising by more than 21% in the first two months of this year. The increase is attributed to the growing popularity of these destinations among Thai people, who seek inspiration through art, food culture, and education

Forensic Evidence Collected and Sent for Standard Inspection

Bangkok: The commander of the Central Institute of Forensic Science entered the area to collect various sized pieces of steel for standard inspection. He is preparing to go to the area to collect more pieces of cement, but must wait for the mission to find the trapped people to be completed before proceeding. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Maj.