Bang Khla cemetery given 30 days to demolish unauthorised structures

10 Sept 12:02 Key points summarised by AI

Chachoengsao officials have ordered the 'Jewish Cemetery Thailand' in Bang Khla to demolish unauthorized structures within 30 days, with non-compliance leading to daily fines of 30,000 baht and potential imprisonment.
Authorities are installing CCTV to monitor the site, collecting water samples to investigate pollution concerns, and a Deputy Interior Minister will inspect the site to track progress and discuss further legal enforcement and relocation of remains.

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.