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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.
DSI questions shipping executives over missing oil
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) on Tuesday began questioning executives from shipping companies summoned as witnesses in the missing oil at sea case.
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.
'Sponge city' model proposed for capital
News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/04/2026
» Bangkok could face severe flooding or even submersion by the end of the century if urgent adaptation measures are not implemented, academics warned at a public forum recently in the capital.
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.
Extreme weather risk jumps
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» The Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE) has warned that Thailand's vulnerability to extreme weather has surged dramatically, rising from 72nd place in 2022 to 17th globally by 2024, while 2026 is projected to be one of the hottest years in world history.
Court dismisses Senate suit alleging Election Commission collusion
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2026
» The Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases on Monday dismissed a lawsuit against members of the Election Commission (EC) and its secretary-general over alleged malfeasance in the probe related to the Senate election.
Chadchart eyes another term in office
Post Reporters, Published on 20/04/2026
» Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to announce his bid for re-election as an independent before his term ends next month.
Senate panel proposes VAT hike to curb debt
News, Post Reporters, Published on 20/04/2026
» The Senate's Economic, Monetary and Fiscal Affairs Committee has unveiled a broad tax reform proposal, including a hike in value-added tax (VAT), to address rising public debt, which is projected to approach or exceed legal limits in the coming years.