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The Latest Breaking News from Chadchart Sittipunt

As Chadchart Sittipunt begins his second term as Bangkok governor, City Hall faces a challenge that demands bold action: tackling corruption in the approval process for high-rise buildings, particularly condominium projects that compromise public safety.

Bangkok Post

Can Bangkok future-proof itself against the heat?

As Bangkok heats up, the government's test will be planning ahead—not reacting—to protect the city's economy and workforce.

Fortune

Lat Phrao pub fire death toll rises to 35, 56 venues shut

The death toll from the fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao pub has risen to 35 after another victim died in hospital, while Bangkok officials have ordered the temporary closure of 56 nightspots as part of a citywide safety crackdown launched in the wake of the July 12 tragedy.

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BMA seeks wider tax powers

Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt has proposed amendments to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Act to allow the city to levy new local taxes on cigarettes, hotels and fuel.

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All Bangkok nightspots to undergo safety checks

City officials will inspect about 1,100 entertainment venues in the capital over the next 60 days to ensure they comply with public safety regulations, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said.

Bangkok Post

Inbound Prachadhipok Road to reopen on Sunday

Three inbound lanes of Prachadhipok Road from Wong Wian Yai towards the Ban Khaek intersection will be reopened from 6am on Sunday after inspections found no further ground subsidence linked to water seepage into a Purple Line subway tunnel.

Bangkok Post

Married couple, 73 cats die in Bangkok townhouse fire

Two people and 73 pet cats were killed in a fire that engulfed a three-storey townhouse in the Samre area of Bangkok on Saturday, while firefighters rescued an infant and a bedridden elderly woman from the blaze.

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'Por Thip' scam peril

The citizenship-for-sale scheme is nothing new in Thailand.

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‘Fake fathers’ scandal prompts wider review of Bangkok birth records

Chadchart requests results by July 27 from all 50 district offices

Bangkok Post

PM Anutin pledges closer cooperation with BMA

The government and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) have pledged closer cooperation to improve the quality of life of Bangkok residents, focusing on transport, public safety, urban development and environmental management.

Bangkok Post

Survivor of deadly Bangkok bar blaze recalls night of horror: ‘I barely escaped the fire’

Musician at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao describes losing band members as explosions rocked popular bar

The Independent UK

Bangkok fire latest: At least 27 killed in blaze at popular bar as officials say emergency exits were blocked

Bangkok bar fire likely caused by an electrical short circuit in an air-conditioning unit installed in the ceiling

The Independent UK

'Smoke was everywhere': How Bangkok's deadly pub fire unfolded; 27 killed – 10 key points

Tragedy struck at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub, where a fierce fire resulted in the deaths of twenty-seven people. Victims found themselves ensnared in the pub's bathrooms as they tried to escape. Smoke filled the venue quickly, contributing to the catastrophe. Emergency responders faced significant hurdles when attempting to…

The Times of India

Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27

At least 27 people were killed and 63 others were injured when a fire broke out at a pub in Chatuchak district, Bangkok, early Monday morning.

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'Eco park' to absorb local waste plants

Bangkok is moving ahead with plans to transform part of the long-serving On Nut waste disposal facility into a Green Eco Park, while stepping up efforts to tackle odour complaints and preparing to launch real-time public monitoring of smell levels.

France 24

Massive fire at Bangkok pub kills at least 27 people

At least 27 people were killed and 63 injured after a fire tore through a Bangkok bar late on Sunday, Thai officials said. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said the blaze spread rapidly, with smoke believed to be the main cause of death. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause.

The Economic Times

Bangkok Fire: 27 killed, 22 critically injured after blaze rips through Thai pub

Bangkok pub fire kills 27 and leaves 22 critically injured after smoke and flames engulf a crowded venue. Survivors say there were no rear fire escapes as authorities launch an investigation into one of Thailand's deadliest nightlife tragedies in recent years.

Bangkok Post

Leaky Bangkok train tunnel slowly being plugged

Repairs to the leaky Purple Line train tunnel in Klong San district, Bangkok, were making progress and the water flow has already been reduced, the city governor said on Sunday morning.

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Repairs stepped up at Purple Line tunnel site

Engineers using sensitive equipment to monitor subsidence around the clock

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Bangkok evacuates residents, closes road after Purple Line tunnel leak

Bangkok authorities have evacuated people from nearby buildings and closed a road near the site of a Purple Line tunnel leak in Klong San district.

Bangkok Post

Chadchart sets out work plan

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has pledged to launch a 100-day programme focused on tackling air pollution, flooding and transparency while implementing his 261 campaign policies.

Bangkok Post

Chadchart to begin second term as Bangkok governor on Thursday

Chadchart Sittipunt will officially begin his second term as Bangkok governor on Thursday, following certification of the capital’s election results by the Election Commission.

Bangkok Post

People’s Party leadership under scrutiny

The June 28 elections for Bangkok governor, Bangkok city councillors and Pattaya mayor delivered the most significant electoral setback yet for the main opposition People’s Party (PP), raising fresh questions about its leadership, electoral strategy and ability to convert national popularity into victories in executive contests.

Bangkok Post

Bangkokians hope for dry capital from winning governor

Flooding topped the wish list of voters in the recently ended Bangkok election to see the new governor to tackle with their safety coming second in their priority, a survey showed on Friday.

Bangkok Post

Personality trumps party in city race

The Bangkok governor election on Sunday delivered one expected result and one surprise.

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