Countries Table Innovative Ideas To Boost Tourism During Pandemic
Many countries are formulating innovative ways to open up their tourism in this pandemic. According to Timestravel, Thailand’s new “island-hopping” program allows fully vaccinated foreign travelers to live in Phuket quarantine-free for 14 days before "hopping" to other seaside destinations. They can visit other parts of the island after quarantining for seven days at the second destination. On the other hand, Italy’s Foreign Affairs Ministry… read-more
Tags: Tourism, Italy, Video games, Thailand, Island-hopping
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Thai Protesters Come Down To Roads Despite COVID-19 Alerts
On the 89th anniversary of the Siamese Revolution, hundreds of people participated in the pro-democracy rallies in Bangkok despite the government warning against COVID-19. With the daily case toll being nearly 3,000, the government has clamped down on public gatherings due to the third wave of COVID-19 infections. The 89th Siamese Revolution is an uprising that made Thailand a constitutional monarchy from… read-more
Tags: Thailand, COVID-19 outbreak, Corona Third Wave, Pro-Democracy
Courtesy: The Times of India
Ahead Of Thailand Open, Saina Told COVID Positive Without Any Report
Ace shuttler Saina Nehwal said the authorities have informed her of contracting COVID-19 without handing her the test report ahead of the Thailand Open. Saying, "It's very confusing", Saina stated she was asked to be admitted to a hospital just before a warm-up session. Additionally, India's HS Prannoy will miss the tournament owing to COVID-19. Besides, her husband and a contemporary Parupalli Kashyap will avoid the game since he was… read-more
Tags: Badminton, Saina Nehwal, Covid-19, Thailand
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Thousands of Activists Participating in the Anti-Government Protests in Thailand
Around thousands of democracy activists are stepping up and strategising protests by practicing "coup prevention" against the Thai government. The protestors blocked a major junction in Bangkok for hours on November 27, and held bright yellow ducks as the symbol of the protest. “Now is a crisis time in Bangkok and Thailand. we want new prime minister and a new government to actually listen to the people," said Natalie, a 32-year-old Bangkok… read-more
Tags: Protests, Thailand, anti-government
Courtesy: Guardian News
Thailand Introduces 'Flight To Nowhere' For Religious Sites
Thai Airways will launch a special 'flight to nowhere' on November 30 that will depart from Bangkok and will land back there itself after flying for three hours. Interestingly, the flight would fly over 31 provinces covering 99 religious sites but would not land at any of them. The passengers will be given prayer books and souvenirs as well. However, climate activists criticised the idea for "putting unnecessary pressure" on the environment… read-more
Tags: Thailand, Bangkok, Thai Airways, World news
Courtesy: The Indian Express
Thailand To Keep a Track of All The International Tourists Through a Wristband
Thailand has introduced 'Smart Band', a tracking device compulsory for all the international visitors. As per the Pattaya News report, the wireless wristband will be able to monitor the temperature of the person and when crossed a certain reading will activate a warning to nearby hospital. Also if the visitors notice themselves stranded in the region, it'll help them with directions.
Tags: Thailand, Wristband, Pattaya
Courtesy: Indian Express
Thailand Imposes Emergency To Curb Student-led Democracy Protests
Cracking down on student-led peaceful protests, Thailand government has declared an emergency, banning large gatherings. Besides, the government arrested major student leaders in the wee hours and also deployed riot-police. It has also put restrictions on media coverage. Reportedly, the major leaders arrested include human rights lawyer Anon Nampa and student activist Parit Chiwarak. The protestors' demands include PM Prayuth’s resignation,… read-more
Tags: Thailand, Pro-Democracy, Protests, Student leaders, Arrests, Bangkok
Courtesy: BBC
India To Witness 42% Growth In Rice Export This Year
With a drop in exchange rate and dip in performance of other countries, rice export of India could post a 42% growth from last year. As the other rice exporting countries, Thailand and Vietnam, have experienced drought, their capacity to fulfill foreign demand has come down. Consequently, experts have indicated that India, the world's biggest rice exporter, could increase the export volume to 14 million tonnes in 2020.
Tags: Exports, Rice, Thailand, drought
Courtesy: Reuters
Thailand: Protestors Demand Cuts in Royal Families' Budget and PM to Resign
Protestors in Thailand marched to King Vajiralongkorn’s palace asking for a cut in the Royal Family's budget. Calling it a primary victory, they handed a letter to the police commissioner amidst huge force deployment. Students leading the movement also called for strike on October 14 and withdrawal of deposits from the bank, in which King has major stakes. Their demands included the parliament's dissolution and resignation of PM Prayuth Chan-… read-more
Tags: Thailand, Monarchy, PM Prayuth, World news, Resignation
Courtesy: The Guardian
Thailand: National Parks to Get Closed Every Year for Nature's "Rehabilitation"
Thailand has planned to close its National Parks for 2-4 months every year "so that nature can rehabilitate itself". Apparently, the decision came after seeing the recovery of natural habitats during the pandemic-induced lockdown. It will allow beaches to recover from the damage of mass tourism, said Environment Minister. With over 100 national parks, tourism contributes to 1/5th to the Thailand GDP. This, reportedly, took a hit during the… read-more
Tags: Thailand, environment, Lockdown, GDP
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