Coronation Day is a significant and joyous occasion that formally recognises the current king’s ascension to the throne. It is a time for celebration, reflection, and renewal as Thais come together to honour their monarch and reaffirm their commitment to the traditions and values of their country.

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Coronation Day – A Special Holiday in Thailand

It is a special holiday in Thailand that marks the coronation of the current king of Thailand, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, the tenth monarch of the Royal House of Chakri (also known as King Rama X), which took place on May 4, 2019.

He ascended the throne at age 64 upon the death of his father, Bhumibol Adulyadej, who passed away on October 13, 2016. The coronation was held three years after he acceded to the throne. The ceremony took place after an appropriate length of time had passed since the death and funeral of Bhumibol Adulyadej.

The Elaborate Affair of Coronation Ceremony

The coronation ceremony was a grand and elaborate affair steeped in tradition and symbolism. Held over three days, it included a series of rituals and ceremonies that culminated in the king being officially crowned and presented to the people of Thailand. Several dignitaries and representatives worldwide, as well as thousands of Thais, witnessed the ceremony.

History of Coronation Day in Thailand

The tradition of the coronation in Thailand dates back centuries to the Sukhothai period when Brahmin priests crowned the king in a ceremony that symbolised the transfer of power from the gods to the king. Since then, coronation ceremonies have been an important part of Thai culture, signifying the start of a new reign and the beginning of a new era for the country.

People have upheld the ceremony rituals through the ages but modified the details as appropriate within the context of each period. The ceremony is a blend of Hindu and Buddhist practices.

Celebrations of the Coronation Day

Thailand celebrates Coronation Day as one of its national holidays. It is a national pride and celebration day, with parades, processions, and other events throughout the country.

Thai people associate yellow with the monarchy and often wear it. Additionally, they decorate their homes and public spaces with images of the king and the royal family.

The coronation of King Rama X was a significant event for Thailand, as it marked the formal recognition of his ascension to the throne and the beginning of a new chapter in Thai history. Thai culture highly respects and reveres the king. The coronation ceremony allowed the people of Thailand to pay tribute to him and show their loyalty to the monarchy.

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The invitation was extended to India’s new ambassador to Thailand, Nagesh Singh, during his courtesy visit to Government House on Monday, where he met with Gen Prayut, said Mr Anucha.

Nagesh Singh said that the ties between India and Thailand would improve more during his tenure. He said Thailand is important to India because of shared cultural, religious, and language relations.

The number of Indian visitors to Thailand last year was around 1 Million, and the Indian ambassador is hoping that this number will increase even to two million this year. “Trade between Thailand and India has been on the rise since 2021, with a significant increase observed between January and November last year, resulting in a 20% boost in trade volume to approximately USD 6.5 billion (THB 552.6 billion).”

Gen Prayut and Nagesh Singh discussed strengthening connectivity between Southeast Asia and other regions and public health and national security cooperation.

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At the time of check-in, approximately $40,000 was recovered by the authorities; the money was packed as folded bills inside the sachet of “Guthka”. Further inspection of his bag revealed that each packet contained two ten-dollar bills. A large suitcase was filled to capacity with such packages.

The news agency ANI shared a video on Twitter showing officials tearing large packets of pan masala. There were several small gutkha packets that read Shuddh Plus inside it which contained some powdered substance (pan masala). As the bag was opened further, two dollar bills were packed in polythene. The smugglers cleverly tucked the bills into transparent plastics to hide them in the large trolley.

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From the word go, the movie hooks its audience deep into Kantara’s magnificent and spellbinding mystical forest. It profoundly explores the age-old topic of land and who it belongs to, the king, the indigenous people, or the government. The movie’s raw depiction of class politics and the struggles born from it, deeply rooted in our Indian society, cannot be ignored.

Whose land is it anyways? Does the land belong to the kings before us, the government, or the indigenous people who live there? Do we need to claim something that is not ours, by right? Kantara dives deep into the insidious need of man to claim something that has never belonged to them in the first place. The indigenous people try hard to protect their land and their culture. They are naïve, raw, and direct and believe that they are one with nature and thus are entitled to whatever the forest offers.

Rishab Shetty bedazzles us as the director and lead actor of this magnificent masterpiece. His performance is mesmerizing, to say the least. The film is set in the coastal land of Karnataka and packs an ensemble cast of Kishore, Achyuth Kumar, Pramod Shetty, and Sapthami Gowda. The movie binds us with its sturdy performance, gripping storytelling, and sumptuous spectacle that leaves you wanting more.

Kantara was to make its OTT debut by the 4th of November on Amazon Prime, but the date has been pushed forward, considering the fantastic box office streak that it currently enjoys. It stands tall with its box office earnings surpassing KGF Chapter 2, and its IMDB rating of 9.1 makes it the highest-rated Indian movie of all time. Kantara continues to achieve new milestones daily and is an aesthetic cinematic experience for all movie lovers.

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Legend Behind One of the Most Mysterious Temples of India!

The Stambheshwar Mahadev Linga, located in the Kavi Kamboi village of Jambusar, Gujarat, is said to have been established by the Devas led by Lord Kartikeya after they defeated a demon named Tarakasur. The Skanda Purana mentions a pillar called Vishwanandak Stambh that the Devas built at the Mahi Sagar Sangam Teerth Kshetra. And Mahadev’s Linga is located on the Stambh’s western side.

According to the legends, Tarakasaur was a great devotee of Lord Shiva. To please him, Tarakasur performed intense penance. And, Bholenath was pleased with his devotion. Tarakasur took advantage of the situation and requested a boon that would protect him from death. But, because death is irreversible, Lord Shiva instructed him to seek another boon. So, Tarakasur asked for a blessing that no one except Lord Shiva’s six-day-old son, could kill him. Tarakasur wreaked havoc in the three worlds and caused massive destruction after his wish was granted. To end his tyranny, Lord Shiva created Lord Kartikeya from the flames of his third eye.

Another version holds that Lord Kartikeya, who punished Tarakasur, admired his devotion to Lord Shiva. As a token of gratitude, he established a Shiva Linga near the site of Tarakasur’s execution.

But have you ever wondered where and how it disappears?

The Stambheshwar Mahadev temple is located on the Arabian Sea’s coast. The Stambheshwar temple is only accessible during low tide. The temple is completely swallowed up by the sea during high tides, and it reappears hours later when the water recedes. Amazing, right?

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Women entrepreneurs and corporate executives from four continents comprise the majority of the participants. Some of the key issues being discussed include the impact of the pandemic on economic progress of women, keeping in view the rise of joblessness and closure of businesses. Professionals will share government policies or business practices that are effective in the changing economic landscape.

World-renowned businesswomen from various sectors have gathered at this prestigious event. Thailand, especially, is known for its women business leaders. According to Bloomberg, Thailand has women holding 37 percent of leadership roles, compared with an average of 24 percent globally. Also, women make up 40 percent of chief executives and 34 percent of chief financial officers in this country.

This year the Global Woman Leadership Award has been conferred on Dr. Krisana ‘The Pharmacist of the Poor’ for her work on developing a generic drug that treats HIV at an affordable cost, helping millions of people around the world, especially in Africa.

This year’s summit will be the first carbon-neutral summit in the conference’s 32-year history, implemented with the help of the Thai Host Committee. The summit closes on June 25.

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The number of Thai outbound tourists is expected to remain at 1 million this year, with more trips anticipated during the final quarter.

The wholesale operators that allocate packages to small tour companies still have a lot of remaining credits with airlines and can offer services by using a pricing strategy, said Chotechuang Soorangura, vice-president of TTAA.

There are 45-46 wholesalers in the market, he said.

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Mr Chotechuang said most outbound retail operators are offering wholesale packages as they have not fully recovered from the financial impact of the pandemic and still don’t have enough manpower to run the services by themselves.

Current tourism demand might be insufficient as tour operators have to launch many destinations to cover costs, he said.

As Japan plans to resume inbound tourism on June 10, a number of local operators have started publicising their packages online, which are mostly similar trips ranging in cost from 25,888 baht to 60,000 baht, excluding RT-PCR tests and visa fees.

Mr Chotechuang, also a managing director of NS Travel and Tours, said operational costs for Japan packages had soared 30-35% from 2019, with additional expenses including tourist visas, RT-PCR tests, higher costs of accommodation, tour buses, fuel and food.

“Outbound tour operators may continue to struggle for a year despite more border reopenings, as the third quarter is not tourism season,” he said.

If Japan eases rules for independent tourists by September-October and daily arrivals increase to 50,000 tourists, up from 20,000, then 50% of the anticipated 1-million Thai outbound market is expected to flock to Japan, particularly to Tokyo and Osaka, said Mr Chotechuang.

He said other favoured destinations among Thais, including South Korea, might lift restrictions for individual tourists, but the demand is not as strong.

Apart from Japan and South Korea, other popular short-haul destinations include Singapore and Vietnam, while preferred long-haul destinations include the Netherlands, Switzerland, the UK, Germany and France.

Mr Chotechuang said trips to Europe, where prices have also increased by 30%, are dealing with a delayed visa process. Tourists have to prepare 2-3 months in advance, while some groups have had to cancel trips.

Tour operators also hope to have bookings from corporate clients next year, as they tend to avoid high prices during the peak season, he said.

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Central Pattana has expressed a commitment to better futures and a stance as a place builder who creates spaces for people and the world to commemorate its 40th anniversary.

To achieve sustainability goals, the organization focuses on three tactics. There are three goals: 1) SYNERGY for New Solutions with its retail-led mixed-use business, partners, communities, and other stakeholders; 2) PIONEER for Better Lives to develop new standards for project development based on Green & Well-being concepts, and 3) OPPORTUNITIES with a Purpose to become an organization that develops people and elevates Thailand’s real estate and retail industries.

The company’s five-year business plan for 2022-2026 aims to make a big impact, with investments in new mixed-use projects and revamps of existing projects across over 30 provinces, including 50 shopping centers with new formats and trends, 68 residential projects that will solidify the company’s position as the top developer, 13 office buildings catering to the new lifestyle, and 37 hotels, including a new hotel brand.

It is unveiling a new brand identity for the corporation and its retail complexes around the country, based on local characteristics and distinct modernism created by a famous design firm.

In 2022, the corporation is forming a ‘Business & Digital Transformation’ team with a 450 million investment budget, as well as a ‘Partner Champions’ team that will assure growth by offering end-to-end solutions to partners.

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