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Govt denies plotting VAT hike
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The government has firmly denied reports suggesting a planned hike in value-added tax (VAT) from 7% to 10%, describing the claims as misinformation and reiterating its commitment to easing the cost of living for the general public.
Parole for Thaksin still on track
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The parole process for former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is proceeding in accordance with established legal procedures, with a key committee meeting scheduled for next Wednesday, according to Pol Lt Gen Rutthapon Naowarat.
Under-fire 4th Army chief keeps position
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The Defence Minister yesterday confirmed there would be no transfer of the Fourth Army Area commander despite public pressure, adding that a recent controversy involving the commander has now been cleared up.
Common ticketing set for 2027 launch
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The Transport Ministry is set to launch a comprehensive common ticketing system next year to decentralise service operations and elevate the national transportation system, Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said yesterday.
Wat Rai Khing abbot gets 50 years for B2bn embezzlement
Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» The 70-year-old former abbot of Wat Rai Khing in Nakhon Pathom, Yaem Ingkrungkao, was on Wednesday sentenced to 50 years in prison in a high-profile temple funds fraud case that broke last year.
Dialogue sought after army remarks
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» Education Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong will convene a meeting with administrators of Islamic educational institutions on April 29 to address misunderstandings and strengthen cooperation following a controversy involving the Fourth Army Area commander.
Leadership shake-up for opposition People's Party
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/04/2026
» The People's Party (PP) is set to undergo a significant leadership reshuffle, with Veerayooth Kanchoochat, currently deputy leader, positioned to take over from party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, sources say.
Booze sales in EEC could go 24/7
Post Reporters, Published on 19/04/2026
» The government is preparing to allow 24-hour alcohol sales in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) to boost investment and economic activity, with the process set to be finalised next month.
Commerce minister warns of rising price pressure
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/04/2026
» Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has acknowledged consumer goods are likely to become more expensive as production costs increase, despite government measures to ease the burden on households.
Pai tourism suffers as haze grips North
Post Reporters, Published on 17/04/2026
» Tourist arrivals in Pai have plunged by nearly 90% as hazardous air pollution continues to grip northern Thailand, officials and residents of the town in Mae Hong Son province say.