Day: April 17, 2024

Chonburi, Saen Suk Municipality Organize a tradition of building Phra Sai Wan Lai Bang Saen while Sriracha people Attend the Wan Lai event Pouring water over the heads of the elderly Procession of sacred things that are priceless and precious to the city People join in splashing water in a fun way.

in the morning Bangsaen beach area Chonburi Province Saen Suk Municipality Organize a tradition of building sand Buddha images of Bang Saen along Bang Saen Beach, 1 in the Songkran Wan Lai tradition of Saen Suk Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chonburi Province, with the idea of ??transporting sand to the temple. for use in construction or repair of residences It usually has a shape. Stupas, pagodas, pagodas, Buddha images, or any other objects related to Buddhism. Then decorate it with various materials such as flowers, seashells, and various buntings. To create beauty Including other creations according to the era. Within the event, there was a competition for making sand Buddhas of various types. Folk game compet
ition setting up food booths and fun from the artist’s musical performance stage

As for the Sri Racha Municipality Office, Sri Racha District, Chonburi Province, Mr. Chatchai Thimkrajang, Mayor of Sri Racha, executive team, municipal council members. Department heads and community members organized a ceremony to pour water over the heads of the elderly. Songkran Day and Sri Racha Day The administrators of the Sri Racha Municipality and the Sri Racha community joined together to pour water and ask for blessings from the elderly. They also brought sacred things that are priceless such as Luang Por Phiw, Luang Por Thanjai, and the Goddess Kuan Yin. and Chao Phraya Surasakmontri Join the parade around Sriracha city. So that people along the route can join together to pour water. For good fortune Including having fun playing and splashing water during Songkran which in the past afternoon There hasn’t been much playing yet. But they will start playing around 4:00 p.m. onwards.

Source: Thai News Agency

Royal Thai Police Office, “Atchariya” gave information about the Bang Yai gambling den to the Police Investigation Committee, revealing that another 4 police units were involved in receiving tribute.

Mr. Atchariya Ruangrattanaphong President of the Crime Victims Assistance Club Provide information to the fact-finding committee In the case of a large gambling den in the area of ??Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi Province, following an invitation from the committee. at the Royal Thai Police Headquarters

Mr. Atchariya said that he had come to provide information and give statements to Pol. Lt. Gen. Akradet Pimonsri, Assistant Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police As the head of the fact-finding team in this case It is information about the agencies that receive tribute from this casino. Both the administrative department and the other 4 police agencies involved are the Crime Suppression Division, Provincial Police Region 1 Headquarters, Nonthaburi Provincial Police. and Bang Yai Provincial Police and other invol
ved persons There is information that tribute is paid to police officers in all 4 agencies, averaging not less than 5 million baht per unit/month, for a total of 4 units not less than 20 million baht/month. and paid in cash Not transferred through account There are low-level police officers who act as front-runners to collect money from casinos.

As for the consideration of punishment for the responsible police, Mr. Atchariya said that he did not agree with the order to transfer the 5 Tiger Police Station Commanders of Nonthaburi Province. and the commander of the Investigation Center Region 1 during the establishment of a fact-finding committee But no action was taken to transfer police officers to other related units. Is this considered nepotism? It shows that the police investigation process is still discriminatory.

Mr. Atchariya also stated the reason for destroying the said gambling den. It arose from a conflict of interests regarding bidding for work within the Department of Provincial Administration o
f the Ministry of Interior. both at the local and central levels But it is not related to the police. and noted that It may be a job placement. Because of various casinos In the metropolitan area it was closed for 2 days before an operation was carried out to destroy the casino. Makes gamblers come to play at said casinos. Until being able to arrest a large number of gamblers.

Source: Thai News Agency

Lopburi, A Lopburi Highway Police officer was seriously hit by a sedan. While directing traffic during Songkran Initially, it still couldn’t be transported by helicopter to the police hospital, so doctors adjusted their plans. Transferred for urgent surgery to a hospital in the province instead.

Progress in the case of Police Sergeant Piyanan Si Suea, highway patrol officer, Ban Deelang Highway Division, Phatthana Nikhom District, Lopburi Province, was hit by a white sedan with Ms. Phonphet, 27 years old, as the driver. The policeman’s body was thrown flying. About 10 meters away, his head hit the ground and he lost consciousness and was seriously injured. While performing his duty to facilitate traffic during the Songkran Festival at 6:00 p.m. on April 16th. The incident occurred on Highway No. 21, kilometer markers 22-23, Village No. 4, Delang Subdistrict, Phatthana Nikhom District.

Recently, the Acting Police Commander was informed and ordered a helicopter to pick up the body of Police Lieutenant Piyana
n for further treatment at the Police Hospital, with the Lopburi Highway Police coordinating the Police Aviation Division. Please support the helicopter. pick up the injured at Phatthana Nikhom Hospital But last night, a police aviation helicopter with doctors and emergency medical equipment arrived. has flown in to land at the Phatthana Nikhom School field to pick up Police Sergeant Piyanan, but after the helicopter After lifting off for 3 minutes, the pilot coordinated and brought the helicopter back to land at the same point. Because the medical team on the plane reported that Police Sergeant Piyanan’s pulse suddenly dropped and his blood pressure was unstable. Therefore cannot be forwarded at this time.

The medical team therefore adjusted the plan to move Police Sergeant Piyanan by car to Phra Narai Maharat Hospital for treatment. Mueang Lopburi District instead because it is a large hospital with complete equipment and doctors. during moving Lopburi Highway Police He radioed and asked for cooperation fr
om the traffic police and various foundations. Help facilitate the temporary closure of traffic routes. This is a special case while the Ambulance vehicle is moving. To prevent repeated accidents which received good cooperation Initially, the medical team assessed that Police Lieutenant Piyanan had lost a lot of blood and had brain swelling. It is considered a very serious symptom. If not treated, it may lead to death. or if treatment is received too late It may cause long-term complications. which required urgent surgery Initially, stimulant drugs were given. to stabilize the pulse and pressure But you need to look at your symptoms after surgery again. and must still be under the close supervision of the medical team Because now Not yet out of danger .-

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, The Meteorological Department reveals that many areas throughout Thailand are still hot to very hot. As for upper Thailand, prepare for thunderstorms, strong wind gusts and hail that can occur in some areas.

Meteorological Department Revealing low pressure due to heat covering upper Thailand. This characteristic causes Thailand to have hot to very hot weather with haze during the day. We ask people to take care of their health due to the hot and very hot weather. By avoiding working or engaging in activities in open areas for long periods of time. Meanwhile, southerly and southeast winds bring moisture from the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea. came to cover the lower northeastern region lower central region and eastern region In addition, there is a line of southwestern and southerly winds blowing over the upper northeastern region. This characteristic causes thunderstorms in upper Thailand. with a strong gust of wind And hail can occur in some areas in the upper northeastern region. Ask p
eople in the said area Be careful of dangers from thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail during this period.

For the easterly and southeast winds blow over the Gulf of Thailand, the southern region and the Andaman Sea. Causing the southern region to have thunderstorms in some places.

Dust in this period: Northern, Northeastern regions and upper central region There is a moderate to high level of dust/smog accumulation. Because the wind that blows over it is weak. And the ventilation in the area is in poor condition.

Source: Thai News Agency

Da Nang: Leaders of the central coastal city of Da Nang on April 17 discussed cooperation measures with Jeong-kee Kim, visiting Chief Executive Officer of the Secretariat of CityNet, the regional network of local authorities for the management of human settlements.

At the meeting, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Tran Chi Cuong said that since becoming an official member of CityNet in 2005, Da Nang has leveraged opportunities to promote its images among members and establish connections between cities in the region and international organisations. The process has enabled the central economic hub to garner valuable information, knowledge, and experiences in sharing and learning about smart urban development.

Cuong expressed his hope that CityNet will further support Da Nang by facilitating connections with its network and members.

He also sought assistance for attracting investors to participate in Da Nang’s smart city building project in such fields as electrical infrastructure, water mana
gement, transport, health care facilities, and education.

In response, Kim said that Da Nang has been an active and long-standing member of CityNet, contributing significantly to its development through various exchanges and cooperation activities.

CityNet plans to assist the city in further expanding its linkages with other members in Europe, he said, inviting Da Nang to join upcoming events organised by the network./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Dien Bien: The Su That (Truth) National Political Publishing House and the Party Committee of northern Dien Bien province on April 17 unveiled a series of books marking the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory.

The book ‘Dien Bien Phu – Lich su va ky uc’ (Dien Bien Phu – History and memories) compiles selected articles and analyses about the Dien Bien Phu campaign by leaders and generals who were directly involved in the campaign, as well as scientists, commentators, writers and journalists from both in and outside the country.

The book “Anh hung, chien si Dien Bien Phu’ (Heroes, soldiers of Dien Bien Phu) serves as a heartfelt tribute, honouring the contributions of the heroes, martyrs, soldiers, young volunteers and frontline workers who played crucial roles in the Dien Bien Phu campaign and other battlefields during the resistance war against French colonialists.

Meanwhile, the book ‘Vo Nguyen Giap – Vi tuong cua nhan dan’ (Vo Nguyen Giap – The People’s General”, published in Vietnamese-English, Vi
etnamese-French, Vietnamese-Spanish, Vietnamese-Chinese and Vietnamese-Arabic languages, delves into the life and revolutionary career of the General, the esteemed elder brother of the Vietnam People’s Army and the beloved Commander-in-Chief of Vietnamese military generals and soldiers.

Numerous book titles about the land, culture, prominent historical figures and personalities of Dien Bien province were also published on this occasion.

The books are also available in the digital format, catering to readers both at home and abroad via the publisher’s official website sachquocgia.vn./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Hanoi: The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) held a meeting with representatives of airlines to consider increasing flights and seats and offering flexible airfare to meet the travel demand during the upcoming National Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day (May 1) holidays.

During the period leading up to the holidays (from April 26 – 29), the route with the highest booking rate is Hanoi – Quang Binh, with 99.51% on April 27. On the same day, other routes with high booking rates include Ho Chi Minh City – Tuy Hoa (83%), Hanoi – Phu Quoc and Hanoi – Hue (around 80%), and HCM City – Phu Quoc (77%).

Due to shortages in the number of aircraft resulting from airlines restructuring their fleets, and engine maintenance, the CAAV has requested the airlines to consider increasing capacity on routes from Hanoi to HCM City to other localities, especially on April 27 – 28 and May 1 – 3, ensuring compatibility with infrastructure and security and safety of flights.

Vietnamese airlines are expected to provid
e around 900,000 seats on domestic routes, especially on routes between Hanoi and HCM City.

Accordingly, as many as 657,000 seats and 3,400 flights will be offered on routes from Hanoi and HCM City to localities nationwide, up 4.2% in the number of seats, and 5.5% in the number of flights compared to the same period in 2023, respectively.

Airlines have also been granted adjusted slots at airports across the country to help optimise flight schedules, and extend the operating time of aircraft fleets, especially evening and nighttime slots./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Da Nang: The central city of Da Nang’s Hai Chau district is set to pilot a pedestrian street on the western bank of the Han River in the end of April, on the occasion of the National Liberation Day (April 30) and May 1.

The street will run from APEC park to the Duy Tan – Tran Thi Ly intersection, and connect to Nguyen Van Troi bridge.

From 3:00pm to midnight daily, various cultural activities will be held on the street.

The local administration will create various check-in places on the street, install free wi-fi systems, and adorn walls with murals, among others.

The street is expected to become a new tourism offering that helps the locality lure more visitors and develop night-time economy.

Following the Bach Dang pedestrian street, the municipal People’s Committee is planning to expand the An Thuong tourism street in Ngu Hanh Son district./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency