Up your game, southern security forces told

According to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham, leaders should be more proactive and not just reacting on the spot.

A pickup truck with bullet holes in the rear window and a flat tyre is seen following an ambush in Saba Yoi district of Songkhla on Tuesday morning. (Photo: Abdullah Benjakat)
Following an airstrike in Songkhla’s Saba Yoi district on Tuesday morning, a pickup truck was seen following an ambush with bullet holes in the back window and a flat tire. ( Photo: Abdullah Benjakat )

According to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Wednesday, security forces in Thailand’s heavy south must work more hard to stop violence and intervene more quickly to stop violent incidents.

In recent days, he was responding to a number of aggressive attacks in the southern border regions, including one that left a Buddhist amateur killed and another injured on Tuesday morning in Songkhla’s Saba Yoi area.

Mr. Phumtham, even the defense minister, expressed his concern for attacks that have taken place everyday over the past four to five days, with some involving two or three incidents occurring in a single day.

He claimed that he attended a Zoom meeting with security officials after these attacks and that he felt the need to change how violent the restive provinces ‘ residents handled the crime.

Gen. Pana Klaewplodthuk, the secretary-general of the Southern Border Provinces Administrative Centre, the head of the army, Gen. Pana Klaewplodthuk, the head of the national authorities, Lt. Gen. Paisal Noosang, the captain of the Fourth Army Territory, and other leaders.

After all these violent incidents, Mr. Phumtham said, they must work more positively and never wait until new incidents occur in order to regain public trust in the safety standards maintained in the far north.

More importantly, the minister said the government must respond more quickly when quite violence occurs and record it to him right away.

Chousak Sirinil, the secretary of the prime minister’s office, has demanded increased surveillance for Buddhist monks and amateurs in the southern border regions who are still required to leave each day for their day alms round.

The amateurs who were killed and injured in Songkhla on Tuesday were ambushed while traveling in a delivery truck to perform their alma mater.

Lt. Gen. Paisal reported that the two novices ‘ attack came after a string of violent incidents that appeared to have taken place on April 18 in the Raman region of Yala, which led to a deadly ambush on a Muslim spiritual teacher.

He claimed that this particular attack had been used to spread false information that it was the work of safety regulators, the same strategy that had been employed to elicit violent revolt against state officials in prior significant situations like the Krue Se and Tak Bai murder in Pattani and Narathiwat, both.

Lt. Gen Paisal ruled out a possible link between the administration’s handling of the southwestern peace deals and this string of violent incidents, saying that the health of honest people in the heavy South should never be used as a tool for negotiations with the state.

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M3.3 quake hits Mae Hong Son

The Earthquake Observation Division marks the epicentre of a minor earthquake in Pang Mapha district of Mae Hong Son on Wednesday evening. (Google Maps)
On Wednesday night, the Earthquake Observation Division marks the epicenter of a small disaster in Mae Hong Son’s Pang Mapha city. ( Google Maps )

On Wednesday night, a 3.3 % earthquake was felt close to the epicenter of the northern Thai state of Mae Hong Son.

The earthquake reportedly occurred five kilometers under in tambon Tham Lot of Pang Mapha region at 6:07pm, according to the Department of Mineral Resources.

Although the cause of the vibration was also undetermined, the ministry claimed that the earthquake was felt in tambon Tham Lot.

The Earthquake Observation Division reports that a 3. 5-magnitude quake struck Myanmar, which is located 236 kilometers west of Mae Hong Son’s Muang area, twelve hours later.

Three weeks after a devastating earthquake of 7.7 magnitude near Mandalay, key Myanmar, that left over 3,700 people dead, were the incidents. In Bangkok, the collapse was felt as well, where lots of workers were killed by a collapsed high-rise creating. The hunt for the deceased continues.

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Thai cabinet approves snake exports

Breeders and constitutional pathways to exports are seen by officials as lucrative sources of income and a legitimate pathway to exports are both under strict supervision.

This small Western Hognose snake was one of 12 snakes found hidden in two parcels mailed from Taiwan to a woman in Chiang Mai in September 2019. Thai authorities want to curb the illegal trade in snakes by allowing exports under strict legal conditions. (Photo taken from @DNP1362 Facebook page)
One of 12 snakes discovered hidden in two packages mailed from Taiwan to a person in Chiang Mai in September 2019 was this tiny Eastern Hognose snake. By allowing export under tight legal restrictions, Thailand’s authorities want to stop the illegal trade in reptiles. ( Photo courtesy of the Facebook page @DNP1362 )

In a bid to improve the nation’s economy and stop the illegal trade in reptiles, Thailand’s government lifted a decades-old ban on exporting reptiles.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment’s proposal to revoke two 1990 and 1991 regulations that forbid the export of lived snakes and raw snake skins was approved by ministers this month.

The proposal’s authors claimed that the goal is to make domestic snakes legally available for trade in order to meet higher world need. By creating a legal trade route under strict control, this would help local producers make money and stop improper snake exports.

Thailand’s home snake trade is estimated to be worth at least 275 million baht annually, according to estimates. The trade market value, according to estimates, may meet this figure.

Related industries include snake feed production ( generating at least 180 million baht annually ), feed for snakes ‘ prey ( 51 million baht ), snake-raising equipment like terrariums ( 17 million baht ), and veterinary care for snakes ( producing at least 180 million baht annually ).

The Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act 2019 and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora ( Cites ) require that exporters of snakes obtain permits in accordance with these laws. According to authorities, these rules may help to make sure that the animals business doesn’t harm the ecosystem.

Environment Minister Chalermchai Sri-on, along with Veera Kunchairuk, the department’s assistant director-general, and Sadudee Punpugdee, the division’s director of the Wild Fauna and Flora Protection Division, presented the proposal to the government.

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Uyghur issue shadows Thai-US trade talks

Deputy prime minister Phumtham claims he is not required to be literally in Washington but that he is on the US list.

Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong meet with the Imam of the Id Kah Mosque in Kashgar, during their visit to the Xinjiang region of China to follow up on the status of Uyghur returnees on March 20. (Photos: Government House)
During their attend to the Xinjiang region of China on March 20, Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong and Vice Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai meet with the Imam of the Passport Kah Mosque in Kashgar. ( Photos: Government House )

Phumtham Wechayachai, the president’s defense minister, has refuted rumors that the United States has denied him a card after the Thai government deported 40 Tamils to China.

He responded to reporters ‘ questions on Wednesday about the lack of important members of the Thai group, which was supposed to hold trade talks with the US under the leadership of Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.

Although those discussions were scheduled to had begun on Wednesday in Washington, Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra claimed they had been postponed because it was “working on issues” the US wanted to address. There is not currently a new day.

Mr. Phumtham acknowledged that Thai safety personnel were not included on the list of Americans visiting the country for the deals. However, he claimed that if any ideas related to security were made, they could be forwarded to him for consideration without having to go there.

The Thai group was already served with a report from the Ministry of Defense detailing the effects of the proposed US tax increase of 36 % on imports from Thailand.

Mr. Phumtham claimed that the US had not informed him of any travel restrictions because Thai security officials were being removed from the committee.

Due to reports of widespread persecution of the Muslim party in China, which Beijing has often denied, the country’s decision to send the 40 Rohingya people back to China on February 27 drew common international condemnation.

The US Department of State&nbsp announced sanctions against a number of Thai authorities for their part in the deportation of the Tamils. No information was given.

Mr. Phumtham even downplayed the delay in the trade agreements, arguing that the government should be prepared and fully prepared for the discussions when they begin.

On Wednesday, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the leader of the opposition People’s Party, demanded from the government to provide information on reduction measures for businesses that are affected by the new business tariffs.

When questioned about the impact the US’s response to the Uyghurs ‘ repatriation would have on the trade talks, he claimed the group had warned that the subject was vulnerable.

The recent arrest of important British academic Paul Chambers on a cost of lese-majeste in Thailand made things even more complicated. The State Department also expressed concern about that situation, stating that it might pose a danger to intellectual freedom.

In a guest column for The Oklahoman newspaper, Mr. Chambers ‘ brother claimed that trade negotiations with the US should not begin until Mr. Chambers ‘ case is settled.

Kit Chambers added that his nephew, who was given bail on a principal of 300,000 baht but forbidden from leaving Thailand, may be allowed to travel back to the US pending his future court appearance.

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Rubble levels reduced, more bodies emerging at disaster site

The death toll is confirmed to be 53, with 41 people still missing.

Backhoes continue to clear away the rubble at the site of the collapsed State Audit Office building in Chatuchak district, Bangkok, on Wednesday. (Photo: Bangkok Metropolitan Administration)
On Wednesday, backhoes will continue to clean the dust at the page of the State Audit Office building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district. ( Photo: Bangkok Metropolitan Administration )

Rescuers could soon begin searching for the bodies of missing construction workers ‘ bodies because the height of the rubble at Bangkok’s collapsed State Audit Office ( SAO ) tower has been reduced.

On Wednesday, Suriyachai Rawiwan, director of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s ( BMA ) disaster prevention and mitigation office, received a briefing on the progress made.

According to Mr. Suriyachai, the top of the dust had been lowered by about one meter on average.

The dust pile in Zones A and D of the collapsed building decreased from 8.78 meters to 7.41 meters, and the mound in Zones B and C decreased from 8.58 meters to 7.35 meters.

By the end of this month, rescue squads would have reached the top floor of the 30-storey creating at these rates.

The building’s room, which was about 40 by 40 by 40 meters, may be emptied using powerful machinery. He claimed that practical hemorrhoids may be cleared and that work would be completed right away.

Around 30 backhoes were being used to drill the page. He claimed that BMA individuals, private individuals, and members of the military took becomes running them.

Around 10am on Wednesday, volunteers discovered two more body on the doorway of the fell tower.

As of 10am on Wednesday, the confirmed dying burden has increased to 53, with 9 injured victims and 41 people also missing. &nbsp,

During the March 28 disaster, the empty State Audit Office building abruptly collapsed.

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Heat index at extreme levels in Phuket, Bangkok, other provinces

The health ministry problems guidelines.

Tourists rest under rented sunshades at Nai Harn beach in Muang district of Phuket. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran)
Tourists can relax on occupied shutters at Nai Harn beach in Phuket’s Muang area. ( Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran )

A top healh official said the heat was expected to continue into Thursday after reaching “very dangerous” degrees in Phuket on Wednesday and “dangerous” degrees in Bangkok and 34 different provinces.

Individuals in vulnerable groups, particularly the older and the ill, were instructed to stay away from the sun. &nbsp,

A “heat catalog” at the potentially fatal red levels, according to Dr. Amporn Benjaponpitak, director-general of the department of health.

Older people, those who must work outdoors, those who have chronic illnesses such as alcoholism, mental illness, obesity, or other serious diseases should take safeguards.

According to Dr. Amporn,” the steam catalog is the temperature that people perceive being at.” It considered both the true temperature and the relative humidity, which caused it to feel significantly hotter than it actually was.

People may think it was as warm as 52 degrees Fahrenheit, or even more, when the true warmth was lower, according to the Meteorological Department, because of a heat score in the red, or extremely dangerous, level.

These circumstances were anticipated for Phuket until Thursday.

According to Dr. Amporn, the heat catalog may be harmful or peach on Wednesday and Thursday in Bangkok and 34 regions.

The counties include Bueng Kan, Buri Ram, Chaiyaphum, Chanthaburi, Chon Buri, Chumphon, Kalasin, Lampang, Lop Buri, Mae Hong Son, Maha Sarakham, Nakhon Ratchasima, Nong Khai, Pattani, Phetchabun, Phetchaburi, Phichit, Prachin Buri, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Rayong, Roi Et, Sa Kaeo

It felt 42°C to 51.9°C when the temperature score was dangerously peach or both. People who live in that range might experience pain, heat exhaustion, and sunstroke. &nbsp,

Dr. Thiti Sawangtham, assistant director-general of the department of health, advised people to consume a lot of water during extremely hot weather, never wait until they are hungry, and abstain from alcohol and sugary beverages like syrups and carbonated drinks. Nothing needs to guarantee adequate venting. &nbsp,

People should seek medical attention if they experience hallucinations, hard pulses, headaches, confusion, unstable consciousness, slow responses, speech issues, anxiety, or red or hot skin, he said.

To quickly lower a woman’s body temperature, treatment may place a priority on applying warm water and ice blocks to specific areas of the body, particularly the back of the neck and armpits. According to Dr. Thiti, they should then be taken to a doctor.

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Bangkok pet owners must microchip dogs, cats by next year

A dog is issued with an ID card during a BMA promotion at Central Rama II shopping mall in Bangkok. (Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)
In a BMA development at the Central Rama II shopping plaza in Bangkok, a dog is given an ID card. ( Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul )

A new Bangkok ordinance that goes into effect from January 10th, 2019 requires owners of dogs and cats to record and computer their animals.

Within 120 days of birth or 30 time of ownership, the species may be chipped. Additionally, the rules places a cap on the number of pets, depending on how much space is available, as well as the right to own harmful breeds.

The new town rules, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, was posted on Facebook on Wednesday, claiming that it addressed the issue of errant animals. It would become effective on January 10 of that year. &nbsp,

People and animals had to cooperate in the best interests of public health.

Users of pets may follow the rule or experience abuse, according to the BMA post, who did not provide information of the penalties. &nbsp,

Although the blog simply made reference to “pets,” Thai-language media assumed that meant dogs and cats. &nbsp,

The BMA approved animal control legislation was announced in the Royal Gazette on January 15 and may take effect within 360 days, according to assistant city governor Tavida Kamolvej before.

According to the rules, which also limits the number of animals based on living space, users are required to file and computer their pets.

One puppy is permitted in an apartment or condo with a living area of 20 to 80 square meters.

Two dogs are permitted in an apartment or condo that is 80 square meters or more.

Two dogs are permitted for a living room of up to 20 square woo of property.

Up to three kittens are permitted in a living room that is up to 50 square feet of land.

Four pets are permitted for a living room that is up to 100 square feet of land.

No more than six pets are permitted in a living room of 100 square woo and more of property.

Just confined areas are permitted to keep financial creatures like cows, horses, birds, and animals.

Within 120 time of their baby or 30 days after becoming a pet, according to the BMA, all animals must be registered and microchipped.

Owners of harmful species like pit cows and rottweilers may alert area authorities about special care for these animals.

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Blaze razes popular wax museum’s storage warehouse

Fire engulfs the three-storey warehouse of the Thai Human Imagery Museum in Nakhon Chaisri district, Nakhon Pathom, on Wednesday morning. (Photo: Fire & Rescue Thailand)
On Wednesday night, fire engulfed the Thai Human Imagery Museum’s three-story inventory in Nakhon Chaisri, Nakhon Pathom. ( FIRE & AMP, DREAM Thailand )

The Thai Human Imagery Museum’s three-storey warehouse was destroyed on Wednesday night in the Nakhon Chaisri city by flames.

Initial estimates for destruction were 10 million ringgit.

The museum features lifelike foam and glass carvings of Thai people from the past, including those of respected Buddhist monks and former kings.

Around 6.30 am, a fireplace in the inventory was reported. At least 10 flames vehicles and personnel responded. Just after a two-hour war did they finally control the flames. &nbsp,

The three-story, 10×25-meter structure was completely destroyed.

The first floor was used to keep the materials used to create the pictures, such as glass, thinner, fuel, and other components. On the two upper decks, both granite and wax images were kept.

Employees spotted smoke coming out of the tower just in time to save about 10 pictures of respected monks from the flames. &nbsp,

The gallery itself did not suffer any damage.

The images of slaves were on display at the museum. File photo

An picture of Thai prisoners on display at the museum. ( Bangkok Post ) &nbsp,

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Fire guts spa complex at Chiang Mai’s Dhara Dhevi Hotel

Fire guts the Dhara Dhevi Hotel spa complex in Muang district, Chiang Mai, early Wednesday morning. (Photo: Pubic Relations Department)
Early on Wednesday morning, fire destroys the Dhara Dhevi Hotel resort complicated in Muang area, Chiang Mai. ( Photo: Department of Public Relations )

Early on Wednesday night in the Muang area, a hearth destroyed the salon advanced at the heavily reliant Lanna-style Dhara Dhevi Hotel. No injuries were reported.

Around 2 a.m., the fire was reported. Numerous fire departments and vehicles came out.

They had to put out two days to stop the incident. &nbsp,

The wooden resort difficult tower at the front of the hotel was destroyed by the flames. It was undergoing renovation.

In a 153-rai element, the five-star hotel is located. It was previously shut down because of economic issues. It sold at auction for 2.11 billion ringgit. The hotel’s debt burden was estimated to be$ 4. 3 billion baht.

The flames destroyed the restaurant’s two-story resort complex, according to Surin Thakerd, associate mayor for &nbsp, tambon Tha Sala. No one was present at the scene of the fireplace.

The industry and cafe areas are now back in use at the Dhara Dhevi Hotel, which was partially reopened.

Siam Estate Dhara Dhevi Co spent 3.9 billion dollars to acquire the resort. The ruined resort advanced spanned about 2, 000 flat meters. The power source had been disconnected and the system was closed.

According to a public works standard, the fire did not have an impact on local neighborhoods.

More than 3 billion ringgit was spent on the construction of the Dhara Dhevi Hotel in 2002. It opened in 2004, offering 123 host suites.

The resort has had to look for new buyers because of a number of financial problems it has encountered since its launch.

Due to the impact of the Covid-19 crisis, it’s issues continued, though, forcing it to reveal a “temporary” closure.

The debris stands after the fire. Public Relations Department

The Dhara Dhevi Hotel salon complex’s burned-out remains. ( Photo provided )

2014 photos of the Dhara Dhevi Hotel

2014 photos of the Dhara Dhevi Hotel

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Fire guts Chiang Mai’s Lanna-style Dhara Dhevi Hotel

Fire guts Dhara Dhevi Hotel in Muang district, Chiang Mai, early Wednesday morning. Pubic Relations Department
Early on Wednesday night, fire destroys the Dhara Dhevi Hotel in Chiang Mai’s Muang area. Department of Public Relations

Lee MAI: At 2 a.m. on Wednesday, fireplace destroyed the Lanna-style Dhara Dhevi Hotel. No injuries were reported.

In this north holiday destination, lots of fire vehicles and paramedics rushed to the renowned hotel in tambon Tha Sala, tambon Tha Sala. It took them about two days to contain the embers.

A wooden structure on the front lawn of the lodge complex was destroyed by fire. It underwent some renovations.

The five-star resort covered a 153 ray substance. Due to financial issues, it had been shut down. It was sold in an auction by the Legal Execution Department for 2.11 billion ringgit. Bills apparently totaling 4.3 billion ringgit were lodged at the hotel.

The Dhara Dhevi Hotel was constructed in 2002 with a expenditure of more than 3 billion ringgit. It opened in 2004, boasting 123 resort rooms.

Despite the criticism of some academics, the lodge was built to resemble the traditional site and history of the old Lanna kingdom.

For advice on hotel management, workers training, selling, and public relations, it was placed under the control of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group for 15 years.

The hotel has experienced a number of financial difficulties since its launch, which has prompted it to look for investors. The Inter Far East Energy Corporation ( IFEC ) acquired the hotel in 2015 as the largest shareholder.

However, due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, it was forced to announce its temporary closure.

Due to liability issues, the hotel had insufficient funds to pay the salaries of more than 300 of its employees as well as utility bills, which totaled millions of baht per month.

The hotel submitted a petition for a proposed rehabilitation plan in June 2020, but the Appeal Court rejected it, leading to the hotel’s dismissal and bankruptcy.

After the fire, there is debris standing. Department of Public Relations

After the fire, there is debris standing. Department of Public Relations

2014 photos of the Dhara Dhevi Hotel

2014 photos of the Dhara Dhevi Hotel

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