Category: English News

Thai Army Honours Fallen Soldiers in Border Conflict

26 September 2025 14:34

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BANGKOK, Sept 26 (TNA) – The Royal Thai Army held a ceremony to honour soldiers killed during the recent border disputes with Cambodia. Army Commander-in-Chief General Phana Khlaewplotthuk presided over the event at the Army Headquarters, paying tribute to the sacrifice of the fallen personnel. The ceremony, held at the Army Memorial Wall—the site commemorating […]

Concrete Poured into Massive Bangkok Sinkhole as Hospital Reopens

26 September 2025 10:36

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BANGKOK, Sept 26 (TNA) – Authorities entered the second day of stabilization work at the massive sinkhole near Vachira Hospital, where a combination of poor soil and a damaged water pipe caused material to collapse into a nearby subway construction tunnel. The operation aims to seal the rupture, prevent further erosion, and safely backfill the […]

Thai PM Seeks Market Confidence, Vows Quick Economic Fixes

26 September 2025 15:54

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BANGKOK, Sept 25 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul urged public confidence in his economic team Thursday, meeting with the Federation of Thai Capital Market Organizations (FETCO) alongside the Finance, Commerce, and Energy ministers. Anutin said the government seeks cooperation to boost investor confidence and strengthen the Stock Exchange of Thailand, aiming to enhance […]

Bangkok Races to Stabilize Massive Sinkhole

26 September 2025 13:31

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BANGKOK, Sept 25 (TNA) – Thai authorities are rushing to fill a massive sinkhole that opened up in front of Vajira Hospital, with officials citing a burst water pipe as the likely cause. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt expressed concern over potential complications from rain and declared the area a disaster zone. He said that approximately […]

Thai Cabinet Sworn In, PM Vows Full Devotion

26 September 2025 10:35

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BANGKOK, Sept 25 (TNA) – Thailand’s new Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, was formally sworn in before His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen on Wednesday evening at Amporn Sathan Residential Hall, Dusit Palace. His Majesty the King granted an audience to the Prime Minister and the 35 newly appointed ministers, […]

Further Ground Collapse Hits Bangkok Sinkhole

26 September 2025 16:37

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BANGKOK, Sept 24 (TNA) – A continued subsidence occurred at the site of a collapsed road in front of Vajira Hospital on Wednesday afternoon, forcing officials and reporters to flee as engineers warn of spreading sinkhole. The incident highlights the ongoing instability of the area, where a persistent water leak has been weakening the soil. […]

Anutin Leads New Cabinet in Oath-Taking Ceremony

26 September 2025 15:33

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BANGKOK, Sept 24 (TNA) – The new Thai cabinet, led by Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul, arrived at Government House today to prepare for their official oath-taking ceremony before His Majesty the King and their first cabinet meeting. The ministers, arriving around 2:00 PM, underwent ATK testing at the Santi Maitree Building […]

PM Expects At Least a Year to Repair Subway Tunnel Connection After Road Collapse

26 September 2025 13:50

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BANGKOK, Sept 24 (TNA) – Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Wednesday that repairs to a subway tunnel connection point are expected to take at least one year following the road collapse incident. After inspecting the collapsed section of Samsen Road in front of Vajira Hospital, Anutin said he has already issued instructions to […]

Thai veterinarians save abandoned elephant calf

26 September 2025 10:47

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KANCHANABURI, Sept 24 (TNA) – A newborn wild elephant calf, found abandoned in a national park with a leg injury, has been diagnosed with a congenital structural abnormality. Veterinarians are now planning a long-term rehabilitation and care program for the animal, named “Nong Khaotom.” The female calf was discovered on September 21 by officers from […]

Bangkok sinkhole prompts evacuations, road closures

26 September 2025 09:32

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BANGKOK, Sept 24 (TNA) – A large sinkhole opened up on a major road in front of Vajira Hospital in Bangkok’s Dusit district early on Wednesday, prompting the evacuation of nearby residents and affecting hospital services. The collapsed section of the road has created a massive hole, estimated to be 30 meters wide, 30 meters […]

BOT Flags Soaring Gold Price as Driver of Baht Strength

26 September 2025 16:54

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BANGKOK, Sept 23 (TNA) – Thailand’s central bank has identified the more than 40% surge in global gold prices as a key factor behind the recent appreciation of the Thai baht. This rapid rise has prompted a rush of gold sales abroad, with foreign currency being converted back into baht, putting upward pressure on the […]

Thai Gold Price Hits New Record High Amid Global Rally

26 September 2025 15:25

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BANGKOK, Sept 23 (TNA) – Thailand’s domestic gold price reached a new record high on Tuesday, climbing 550 baht to 57,300 baht per baht-weight. This surge follows a continuous rally in the global market, which has seen gold prices jump over 40% since the beginning of the year. The Gold Traders Association’s president, Jitti Tangsitpakdee, […]