The Thai National Police Office has warned the public not to be deceived by imposter pages claiming to accept online police reports, emphasizing that only two official channels exist: the AOC hotline 1441 and the website www.thaipoliceonline.go.th, both available 24/7. Deputy National Police Spokesman Pol. Lt. Gen. Sirivat Deepo revealed that authorities have identified a criminal network creating fake online reporting channels using images of celebrities and public figures to deceive victims into trusting their fraudulent platforms. These scammers then exploit the public's trust to commit additional fraud, stealing personal information and money. The police urged the public to immediately distrust any other online channels—whether apps, Facebook pages, Line accounts, or other platforms—claiming to accept police reports or provide legal assistance, as they are all operated by criminals. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and only use the official channels to avoid becoming victims of fraud.

The Gold Traders Association has announced that gold prices moved upward today compared to yesterday's closing rate, with ornamental gold selling at 64,900 baht per gram. Gold prices for July 21, 2569 increased by 100 baht compared to the final price from July 20. According to the latest information from the Gold Traders Association published on their website at 9:06 a.m., gold bars are quoted at 63,900 baht per gram for purchase and 64,100 baht per gram for sale under announcement number one. For 96.5% purity ornamental gold, the buying price is 62,625.96 baht per gram and the selling price is 64,900 baht per gram, while the international gold spot price (Gold Spot) stands at $4,024 per ounce. The Association's first announcement shows gold bar prices at 63,900 baht per gram for purchase and 64,100 baht per gram for sale, while ornamental gold is quoted at 62,625.96 baht per gram for purchase and 64,900 baht per gram for sale.

Thailand's Disease Control Department has clarified whether a neighbor smoking and allowing smoke to drift into another home constitutes a personal right or a legal nuisance. The guidance follows a social media dispute in which one resident smoked within their own property boundary, but smoke and odor drifted into an adjacent neighbor's home, causing allergic reactions. The smoker claimed an absolute right as the homeowner to smoke anywhere on their property and suggested the neighbor buy an air purifier or move instead. This is a common neighborhood conflict that raises the question: does smoking in one's own home amount to an unquestionable right, or can the law intervene?

The Public Health Act B.E. 2535 establishes that while property owners have rights, those rights have limits. Section 25(4) specifically defines "nuisance" as any action producing smell, light, radiation, noise, heat, toxic substances, vibration, dust, particles, smoke, ash, or similar causes that harm or endanger health. Secondhand smoke drifting between homes, if substantial or frequent enough to disturb neighbors and impact their health, legally qualifies as a nuisance. A homeowner cannot invoke property ownership to justify creating a nuisance that affects others.

If negotiation fails, residents can take legal steps: gather evidence through photos, videos, and medical documentation; lodge a complaint with local authorities such as the local district office, municipality, or sub-district administration; request that officials inspect and issue a written order requiring the smoker to stop, prevent, or remedy the nuisance within a set period; and, if the smoker defies the order, pursue further enforcement or penalties under the law.

Reuters reported on July 21 that death tolls from floods and landslides in India have risen to at least 25 following heavy rains across northern and northeastern regions over the weekend, with more rainfall expected in the coming days. Senior police officials said at least 15 people died from heavy rain-related incidents in Poonch, Rajouri, and Tode districts in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, with several others still missing.

In Nagaland in the northeast, multiple landslides claimed nine lives, with rescue teams recovering four bodies so far. In the neighboring state of Assam, one death was reported from flooding, while over 57,000 people across seven districts have been affected by heavy rains. India's Meteorological Department posted on X that monsoon conditions will remain severe in the northwest, east, and northeast regions for the next 6–7 days.

Meanwhile, Nepal has recorded 27 deaths, one missing person, and 69 injuries from heavy rains, floods, landslides, and lightning since mid-June. Nepali police revealed that multiple highways, including the road connecting Kathmandu to the southern plains, have been blocked by debris from landslides. Nepal's Meteorological Office forecasts light to moderate rainfall nationwide, with heavy rain expected in parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini states.

The Ministry of Finance requires state welfare card holders to register to claim electricity bill relief under the 2025 state welfare registration program, with each household eligible for one benefit linked to one meter code and applicants required to complete a fresh registration. Applicants must visit the website of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA), or the Navy's cooperative electricity service, then enter their eight-digit meter number, nine or ten-digit account number, name, address, national ID number as shown on the welfare card, phone number, and email address before submitting the form. The MEA online portal at https://meaeservice.mea.or.th/welfare is open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily through September 30, 2025, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on business days from October 1 onward; the PEA online portal at https://welfareregis.pea.co.th opens at 8:30 a.m. and offers in-person registration at all PEA offices. For additional assistance, contact the MEA Call Center at 1130 (available 24 hours) or the PEA Contact Center at 1129.

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