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Thailand visa shift seen as unlikely to deter Indian travel to Phuket

Thailand’s planned end to 60-day visa-free entry for Indians is not expected to seriously weaken demand for Phuket, with travel operators saying visa-on-arrival should remain sufficient for most visitors.

Interior Ministry orders immediate transfer of Phuket deputy governor amid governor-removal allegation row

Thailand’s Interior Ministry has transferred Phuket Deputy Governor Theerapong Chuaychu to Nakhon Si Thammarat with effect from June 16 after a row over claims that he invoked authority to move the Phuket governor.

Phuket police investigate tuk-tuk driver after British boxer, 22, suffers critical fall

Phuket police are investigating a tuk-tuk driver after a 22-year-old British boxer was critically injured in a fall from a moving vehicle during a fare dispute on June 14.

Teerapong Chuaychu elevated to Phuket deputy governor after provincial and coastal administration roles

Teerapong Chuaychu has been promoted to deputy governor of Phuket after serving in senior administrative roles in Koh Samui, Pak Phanang, Kathu and most recently as Phuket provincial clerk.

Phuket governor orders agencies to implement government and Interior Ministry directives

Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn has ordered provincial agencies to carry out central government and Interior Ministry directives, with a focus on the grassroots economy, public safety, drugs, disaster response and tourist security.

Anutin says no Phuket deputy governor can move governor, orders fact check

Anutin Charnvirakul said social media claims that a Phuket deputy governor could transfer the Phuket governor were false, ordered a fact check and said he would hold the governor responsible for supervising subordinates.

Interior Ministry orders scrutiny of reported rift in Phuket leadership and renews crackdown on local influence networks

Thailand’s Interior Ministry said it will examine reports of conflict between Phuket’s governor and a deputy governor while pushing for stronger action against influential figures and witness intimidation in the province.

Phuket holds tribute ceremony for Princess Bajrakitiyabha at Provincial Hall

Phuket officials and residents gathered at Provincial Hall for a tribute ceremony for Princess Bajrakitiyabha, with water-pouring rites and the signing of a condolence book.

Phuket rider accused of seeking payment to return tourist’s lost phone

A Phuket rider faced online criticism after allegedly demanding 5,000 baht from a foreign tourist to return a lost phone, with an audio clip of the exchange spreading on social media.

UPDATE: Russian fugitive wanted over B150mn fraud arrested in Phuket

Thai police said a Russian man identified only as Igor was arrested at a luxury villa in Phuket on Saturday, June 13, under an Interpol Red Notice over alleged fraud and document forgery causing more than 150 million baht in losses.

Phuket police pursue 64-year-old man over Monkey Hill forest encroachment

Phuket City Police said a complaint filed on June 11 led to the prosecution of a 64-year-old man over alleged encroachment on protected forest land at Khao Toh Sae, or Monkey Hill.