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SAMUT SAKHON, April 30 (TNA) – A man has died after a large concrete slab fell from an elevated structure onto his pickup truck on Rama II Road in Samut Sakhon province, just outside Bangkok. The victim, 46 sustained severe injuries, including internal bleeding and a ruptured liver, after two concrete pieces, approximately 30×50 cm […]
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SAMUT SAKHON, April 30 (TNA) – A man has died after a large concrete slab fell from an elevated structure onto his pickup truck on Rama II Road in Samut Sakhon province, just outside Bangkok.
The victim, 46 sustained severe injuries, including internal bleeding and a ruptured liver, after two concrete pieces, approximately 30×50 cm each, crashed through his windshield. He was rushed to Vibharam Hospital where he underwent surgery but later succumbed to his injuries, according to medical reports.
The incident occurred on the outbound express lane of Rama II Road. The concrete is believed to have broken off from the underside of the Mahachai-Krathumbaen elevated bridge, which has been in use for 30 years, according to the director of the Samut Sakhon Highway District.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Suriya Juangroongruangkit clarified that the incident was not related to the ongoing construction of the Rama II elevated expressway project managed by the Expressway Authority of Thailand, which runs parallel to Rama II Road. He has instructed the Director-General of the Department of Highways to oversee the maintenance of older bridges and to prevent similar incidents in the future. -819 (TNA)
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30 April 30 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1523156 - Court to Investigate Thaksin’s Hospitalization After Dismissing Petition
BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – Thailand’s Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking an inquiry into former PM Thaksin Shinawatra’s hospitalization, citing the petitioner’s lack of direct legal standing. However, the court will independently investigate whether Thaksin’s imprisonment followed the correct legal procedures. The court has ordered the heads of the Corrections Department, Bangkok Remand […]
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BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – Thailand’s Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking an inquiry into former PM Thaksin Shinawatra’s hospitalization, citing the petitioner’s lack of direct legal standing.
However, the court will independently investigate whether Thaksin’s imprisonment followed the correct legal procedures.
The court has ordered the heads of the Corrections Department, Bangkok Remand Prison, and Police General Hospital to provide explanations and evidence within 30 days regarding Thaksin’s detention and transfer for medical treatment. This action follows concerns raised about the adherence to the final court warrant in his case.
A hearing has been scheduled for June 13 to review the submitted information. -819 (TNA)
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30 April 30 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1523133 - Thai Central Bank Cuts Key Rate to 1.75%, Citing Economic Risks
BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – The Bank of Thailand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 5-2 to cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 1.75% on Wednesday, effective immediately, the central bank said in a statement. The MPC cited the need to align monetary policy with economic trends and […]
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BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – The Bank of Thailand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 5-2 to cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 1.75% on Wednesday, effective immediately, the central bank said in a statement.
The MPC cited the need to align monetary policy with economic trends and to buffer against increasing risks stemming from global trade policies.
The majority of the committee also agreed that the rate cut would help maintain appropriate financial conditions in light of the evolving economic and inflation outlook. – 819 (TNA)
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30 April 30 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1523128 - Late Monk’s Disciples Maintain Annual Gold Donations to Thai Reserves
BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – Devotees of the late revered monk Luang Ta Maha Bua Yannasampanno have reiterated their commitment to annually donating gold to Thailand’s national reserves, even with high gold prices. Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput on Wednesday received 10 kilograms of gold from the disciples, collected during the merit-making event […]
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BANGKOK, April 30 (TNA) – Devotees of the late revered monk Luang Ta Maha Bua Yannasampanno have reiterated their commitment to annually donating gold to Thailand’s national reserves, even with high gold prices.
Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput on Wednesday received 10 kilograms of gold from the disciples, collected during the merit-making event honoring Luang Ta’s legacy.
Following Luang Ta’s initiative after the 1997 financial crisis, over 13,000 kilograms of gold and over 10,000 US dollars have been donated to the BOT.
Disciples affirmed their dedication to this annual contribution to the national reserves, emphasizing that these assets must remain solely as national reserves.
Governor Sethaput, nearing his retirement in September 2025, confirmed that all donated gold and funds remain securely within the BOT, crucial for financial stability and supporting the Thai baht. He will continue to oversee the donations as a disciple in the future. – 819 (TNA)
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30 April 30 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522854 - Police Seize Smuggled Pork Worth Millions
SAMUT SAKHON, April 30 (TNA) – Thai police seized over 10 million baht worth of smuggled pork intestines in Samut Sakhon, suspecting Chinese investors used a rented warehouse to store and distribute the illegal goods nationwide. A joint operation by the Central Investigation Bureau and the Department of Livestock Development raided a warehouse following reports of […]
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SAMUT SAKHON, April 30 (TNA) – Thai police seized over 10 million baht worth of smuggled pork intestines in Samut Sakhon, suspecting Chinese investors used a rented warehouse to store and distribute the illegal goods nationwide.
A joint operation by the Central Investigation Bureau and the Department of Livestock Development raided a warehouse following reports of illicitly imported salt-cured pork from China destined for sausage production.
Despite a Thai ban on pork imports from China and neighboring countries since 2019 due to African Swine Fever, authorities found 514 containers (around 40 tonnes) of suspected pork intestines. The warehouse was reportedly unsanitary and foul-smelling.
The property owner identified a Chinese national, Mr. Chen, as the renter and owner of the goods. Samples were taken for testing, and legal action is expected. Smuggled pork intestines are valuable for sausage production in Thailand. – 819 (TNA)
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30 April 30 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522818 - Thai-Malaysian Drug Network Busted, Over 260 kg Seized
BANGKOK, April 29 (TNA) – Thai and Malaysian authorities have dismantled a major transnational drug trafficking ring, arresting two suspects in Songkhla, Thailand, and seizing 261 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (ice). The network allegedly used Songkhla as a temporary storage location before attempting to smuggle the drugs through Thailand’s southern border provinces en route to […]
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BANGKOK, April 29 (TNA) – Thai and Malaysian authorities have dismantled a major transnational drug trafficking ring, arresting two suspects in Songkhla, Thailand, and seizing 261 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (ice).
The network allegedly used Songkhla as a temporary storage location before attempting to smuggle the drugs through Thailand’s southern border provinces en route to a third country.
The successful operation was a collaborative effort between Thailand’s Narcotics Suppression Bureau (NSB) and various branches of the Thai military, bolstered by intelligence sharing with the Royal Malaysia Police. Investigations revealed the suspects had been under surveillance for about a month. They confessed to transporting the seized drugs and admitted to a prior large-scale drug delivery in southern Thailand.
Thai authorities emphasized the importance of international cooperation in combating transnational crime. The joint effort with Malaysian police was crucial in uncovering and dismantling this network operating in the sensitive border region.
This bust underscores the ongoing commitment to prevent Thailand from being used as a transit point for illicit drugs. -819 (TNA)
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29 April 29 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522471 - Month After Bangkok Building Collapse, Families Still Wait
BANGKOK, April 29 (TNA) – The relatives of the construction workers from the collapsed State Audit Office (SAO) building are still waiting for the remains of their loved ones to return home, even though today there is likely no miracle left. For the past 30 days, every sector has tried their best, hoping to erase […]
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BANGKOK, April 29 (TNA) – The relatives of the construction workers from the collapsed State Audit Office (SAO) building are still waiting for the remains of their loved ones to return home, even though today there is likely no miracle left. For the past 30 days, every sector has tried their best, hoping to erase the nightmare caused by the incident.
On the 1-month anniversary of the earthquake that caused the SAO building to collapse, today (April 28) is another day that the relatives of the workers in the SAO building regained some smiles when comedian Mum Jokmok brought papaya salad and encouragement to visit them. Some have been waiting for their children, some for their partners, for a full month now.
“Life goes on with hope” is a phrase the relatives use to comfort each other. Some cried until they had no tears left. During the first 100 hours, every family still had hope, but as time passed, everyone began to accept that miracles don’t happen.
This family lost their son who came to work here on the 24th floor. What worries them is their 5-year-old grandchild who doesn’t know where his father has gone and why his father hasn’t called even once in the past month. Now, they only want their son’s body back home.
“As a mother, I hoped my child would come out. It’s been so long, there’s probably no miracle left. I’ve accepted it, I have no hope now. It’s been a month. At first, I made a vow to ordain him if he survived. All the relatives made vows too, said Pranee Burimasuchat.
One month has passed, and the height of the rubble has decreased to 1.3 meters, a stark difference from the first day when the rubble was 26 meters high, equivalent to a 6-story building. As the rubble became lower, the number of fatalities increased. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) estimates that more than 30 people are still trapped inside the rubble.
The number of injured remains stagnant at 9 people, unchanged since the first day, while the number of deaths increases daily. Over the past month, officials have begun using heavy machinery to excavate the rubble from the top down, gradually reaching the area where more than 30 workers are believed to be trapped in the basement and the first floor.
Recent operations involve machinery excavation, while rescue workers on the building use binoculars to monitor. If any body parts are found, they will immediately notify the ground team to investigate.
Throughout the past month, the construction of the SAO building has been filled with questions about the transparency of the bidding process for China Railway No. 10 (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Since the incident, employees were found secretly moving some documents out of the building. It’s almost unbelievable that China Railway No. 10 (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of a large Chinese state-owned enterprise, could operate in Thailand with a registered capital of 100 million baht but could bid for 27 government projects with a total budget of 27.8 billion baht through joint ventures.
An inspection of 22 steel bars used in the building’s construction found 2 sizes that did not meet standards. Both sizes came from a company that the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) had ordered to close in December 2024 due to the sale of substandard steel.
This is just one example of the irregularities hidden beneath the rubble after the incident, which the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has now accepted as a special case.
Meanwhile, the Anti-Corruption Organization of Thailand (ACT) has learned lessons from this incident and urged the Thai bureaucracy to overhaul its procurement system, allowing more private sector participation, giving the government the opportunity to choose quality contractors, disclosing information transparently at every stage, implementing integrity pacts seriously, and finally, using technology for monitoring and inspection, such as AI or GPS systems, to eliminate collusion in bidding processes that plague various projects in Thailand.
Regarding compensation, the government has already provided assistance to the families of 40 deceased individuals, totaling 38 million baht. Employees who died due to work-related accidents will receive compensation at a rate of 70 percent of their wages, up to a maximum of 14,000 baht per month, payable to eligible dependents for a period of 10 years, along with funeral expenses of 50,000 baht and old-age pension from the Social Security Fund. -819(TNA)
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29 April 29 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522383 - Southern Attacks Kill Two Security Volunteers
YALA, April 28 (TNA) – Suspected insurgents ambushed defense volunteers in Yala and Pattani, southern Thailand, killing two and injuring one in two separate overnight attacks. Assailants also torched a vehicle and fired on a security outpost. In Pattani, an unknown number of attackers used firearms to open fire on a vehicle on Sunday night, […]
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YALA, April 28 (TNA) – Suspected insurgents ambushed defense volunteers in Yala and Pattani, southern Thailand, killing two and injuring one in two separate overnight attacks.
Assailants also torched a vehicle and fired on a security outpost.
In Pattani, an unknown number of attackers used firearms to open fire on a vehicle on Sunday night, killing one defense volunteer and critically wounded another.
In Yala, a separate attack early Monday killed one defense volunteer, followed by an assault on an outpost and the burning of the vehicle of the dead volunteer.
Authorities are investigating both incidents, suspecting militants.
Later on Monday, a roadside bomb later injured three border patrol officers in Yala.
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minsiter Phumtham Wechayachai has ordered a more proactive security approach and seeks a progress report within a week on the ongoing southern conflict. -819 (TNA)
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28 April 28 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522113 - Pattaya Murder: Chinese Suspect Reenacts Crime
CHONBURI, April 28 (TNA) – Pattaya police staged reenactment of the murder of a transwoman with the Chinese suspect, who claimed rage fueled the crime and denied any trafficking involvement. The reenactment took place at key locations, including Walking Street and the apartment where the killing occurred, closely monitored by the victim’s relatives. Tensions […]
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CHONBURI, April 28 (TNA) – Pattaya police staged reenactment of the murder of a transwoman with the Chinese suspect, who claimed rage fueled the crime and denied any trafficking involvement.
The reenactment took place at key locations, including Walking Street and the apartment where the killing occurred, closely monitored by the victim’s relatives.
Tensions escalated at the police station as the victim’s father attempted to assault Fu Tongyung, 42 striking him with a water bottle before officers intervened. The father expressed deep sorrow over the loss of his daughter, the family’s primary provider.
Chonburi Provincial Police Commander Pol. Maj. Gen. Thawatchai Jindakuansanong emphasized the public’s shock at the brutality of the crime.
A swift investigation led to the suspect’s arrest at Suvarnabhumi Airport before he could flee.
Authorities confirmed the suspect and victim met on WeChat, leading to a fatal argument at a rented apartment after a late-night meeting on April 25.
CCTV footage showed the suspect leaving the next morning.
The suspect confessed to mutilating the body and removing organs and implants out of “curiosity” after watching a dissection series.
He also admitted to a dispute over a paid sexual encounter that turned violent, resulting in him strangling the victim after she refused his advances and a refund request. -819 (TNA)
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28 April 28 2025English Newshttps://tna.mcot.net/?p=1522091 - Thai King and Queen Embark on First State Visit Abroad to Bhutan
THIMPHU, April 25 (TNA) – His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Her Majesty Queen Suthida began the first state visit abroad to Bhutan on Friday to reinforce long-standing bilateral relations. The four-day trip, at the invitation of Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, emphasizes shared Buddhist heritage and close royal and people-to-people links. Upon arrival […]
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THIMPHU, April 25 (TNA) – His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Her Majesty Queen Suthida began the first state visit abroad to Bhutan on Friday to reinforce long-standing bilateral relations.
The four-day trip, at the invitation of Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, emphasizes shared Buddhist heritage and close royal and people-to-people links.
Upon arrival at Paro International Airport, Their Majesties the King and Queen of Thailand were received by Their Majesties the King and Queen of Bhutan before traveling to Thimphu.
In the afternoon, Their Majesties proceeded to Tashichho Dzong for an official welcome, featuring a guard of honor and a viewing of a parade and cultural performances at Tendrelthang, followed by a state banquet at Dechencholing Palace.
A key event on Saturday includes a joint prayer ceremony with 74 monks from Thailand and Bhutan at the Buddha Dordenma statue. In the afternoon, His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen will proceed to the Dechencholing Royal Project to observe an exhibition showcasing the cooperation between Thailand’s Royal Project Foundation and relevant Bhutanese agencies.
Later in their visit, Their Majesties will explore Bhutan’s culture and development, including visits to Lingkana Palace, the Thimphu market, and Dungkar Dzong in Paro. They will also tour the Royal Academy and learn about the Gelephu Mindfulness City Project.
Their Majesties departed Bangkok on Friday morning and are scheduled to return on Monday evening, concluding a visit aimed at strengthening the friendship and cooperation between Thailand and Bhutan. -819 (TNA)
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