Senate ends free meals for members
The Senate has agreed to have its secretariat arrange meals on sitting days, with senators covering the costs themselves, in a bid to curb public spending amid economic strain.

CRG allots B1.4bn for expansion
Central Restaurants Group Co Ltd (CRG), a subsidiary of SET-listed Central Plaza Hotel, plans to invest 1.4 billion baht this year for store expansion, renovations and back-office improvements.

Major anti-fraud measures launched by regulator
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced a sweeping set of five measures aimed at curbing illicit "grey capital", dismantling mule account networks, and stopping increasingly sophisticated investment scams.

Zakharkina rules Tour, hot Thi That storms home
Valeriya Zakharkina triumphed at the Princess Maha Chakrit Sirindhorn's Cup Women's Tour of Thailand 2026 on Thursday, while Nguyen Thi That claimed the final stage victory.

Anutin rejects cronyism claims
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul rejected allegations that his government was favouring business interests linked to a controversy over rising fuel prices, insisting it remains accountable to the public.

Pakorn pledges legal reforms
Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt has outlined plans to expedite reforms to align Thailand's legal framework with international standards, while stressing his independence from partisan politics and a strict policy of non-interference in judicial matters.

Akanat to cap refinery margins at 3-4 baht per litre
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan said he plans to cap refinery margins at 3-4 baht per litre in a bid to curb rising fuel costs without relying on subsidies.

4 provinces bid to host King's Cup
Four provinces have submitted bids to host the 52nd King's Cup football tournament in November, announced the Football Association of Thailand (FAT).

EV demand fuels Krungsri Auto's expansion plans
Krungsri Auto, the automotive finance arm of Krungsri (Bank of Ayudhya), aims to maintain its leadership in electric vehicle (EV) lending as demand rises amid surging oil prices.

Gold retreats as Fed rate hopes fade
Gold prices remain under downward pressure after US President Donald Trump's statement on the ongoing military campaign in Iran, which dampened hopes of an interest rate cut. Analysts predict a key support range of US$4,400 an ounce and 66,900 baht for the domestic price.