Internal Affairs

Depa Targets Development of 105 Smart Cities in Thailand by 2027

Bangkok: Depa aims to create 105 smart cities by 2027, preparing local governments to use government cloud services to provide public services. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, emphasized the Ministry’s mission to leverage digital technology and infrastructure as vital tools for national development. The focus is on improving citizens’ quality of

MRDIYT Opens First Trading Day on SET with 18.02% Drop from IPO Price

Bangkok: MRDIYT marked its debut on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) with its share price opening 18.02% lower than the initial public offering (IPO) price. The stock began trading at 7.05 baht, down from the IPO price of 8.06 baht, reflecting a decrease of 1.55 baht. According to Thai News Agency, the opening ceremony for MRDIYT’s first trading day

Noom Kala Lights Up Shwedagon Pagoda with Generous Donation

Yangon: Noom Kala, a well-known soft rock singer, recently traveled to Myanmar to make merit and contribute to the upkeep of the Shwedagon Pagoda. According to Thai News Agency, Noom Kala donated money for the maintenance and electricity bills of the historic pagoda, ensuring it remains illuminated for the next three months. He shared his intentions and actions via a

Customs Department to Implement New Import Duty Measures to Boost Revenue

Bangkok: The Customs Department is gearing up to introduce import duties not exceeding 1,500 baht, a move anticipated to enhance revenue by 3 billion baht, alongside VAT, to support the proliferation of online products. Furthermore, the department aims to reduce rewards for the arrest of executives with a C8 or higher status, aligning with the “Customs Quick Big Win” policy.

Rangsiman Rome Suggests Prime Minister Likely to Be Invited for Clarification in BIC Bank Inquiry

Bangkok: Rangsiman Rome, a party-list MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, as well as chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on State Security, Thai Border Affairs, National Strategy and Reform, announced that the next individual likely to be invited for clarification in the ongoing investigation could be the Prime Minister. This statement follows a series of interviews

Reserve Senators Demand Swift Action from Election Commission Amidst Delays in Subcommittee Proceedings

Bangkok: Reserve senators have expressed frustration with the Election Commission (EC) for establishing a subcommittee over two months ago, which only held its first meeting recently. According to Thai News Agency, the senators criticized the EC for delaying the process and demanded that it be expedited within 15 days instead of the extended 90-day period. They warned that failure to

UPS Cargo Plane Crash in Louisville Claims Seven Lives

Louisville: The death toll from the UPS cargo plane crash has risen to seven, as a wide-body cargo plane carrying domestic and international packages crashed and burst into flames shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport on Tuesday. The incident resulted in the deaths of all three crew members onboard and caused injuries to 11 individuals on the ground. According

Ratchada Takes On New Role with Anutin Government, Remains Tied to Democrat Party

Bangkok: Ratchada Thanadirek has announced her new role as Assistant Minister to the Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office under the Anutin government, while maintaining ties with the Democrat Party. According to Thai News Agency, Ratchada shared on her Facebook page a photograph featuring herself with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, Mr. Paradorn Prisananantakul, and Ms. Traisulee Traisaranakul. On her first