Five people found dead in a fish fermentation well

16 Sept 05:00 Key points summarised by AI

Five individuals tragically died from suspected suffocation after entering a fish fermentation well at a factory in Lom Sak district.
The incident occurred when the factory manager fainted inside the 6-meter deep well while cleaning, leading four colleagues to attempt a rescue, all subsequently losing consciousness.
A sixth worker discovered the five deceased colleagues upon returning to the factory and immediately alerted the police.
Authorities are investigating the deaths, suspecting poisonous gas inhalation, and have noted the factory operated without a valid license from the Industrial Works Department.

CP Group denies role in CPRAM’s holy basil protection applications

Today 11:10 Key points summarised by AI

CP Group explicitly denies involvement in CPRAM's decisions to research and apply for plant variety protection of four holy basil varieties, countering widespread media reports.
The group clarifies that CPRAM operates as an independent entity under CP ALL, a listed subsidiary, with its own management and decision-making authority, separate from CP Group's direct control.
CP Group refutes inaccurate media claims suggesting it secured protection over all holy basil varieties, which caused public alarm and damaged its reputation.
While supporting the development of new plant varieties to benefit farmers, CP Group emphasizes that such efforts must not infringe upon farmers' rights to cultivate and use native plant varieties.