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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the dismantling and damage of a statue resembling a Hindu deity near a casino in the Chong Anh Ma area of Ubon Ratchathani province cannot be compared to the sacrifices of Thai soldiers who lost their limbs. [1]

India on Wednesday voiced concern over the recent demolition of a statue of a Hindu deity on the Thai–Cambodian border by the Thai army. [2]

Lighting a lamp during puja seems simple, but small mistakes can reduce the spiritual benefits. [3]

Myth has charms that history lacks. History is stern, myth fanciful. History challenges the imagination, myth plays with it. Island myths come readily to an island country. Japan has many. [4]

LUANG PRABANG, LAOS ― Once upon a time in ancient Laos, a deity is said to have cut off his head after the most knowledgeable man in the land correctly answered three seemingly impossible questions about where to find virtue. [5]

Pattaya City marked a significant event on November 21, as the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation, opened its second shrine in Soi Nernplabwan with a grand ceremony. The event was [6]

The belief in supernatural forces has been deeply ingrained in Thai society since time immemorial. Over time, these practices have evolved, giving rise to various forms of worship. [7]

AFP A Buddha statue has been built on Thailand’s disputed border with Cambodia, Bangkok’s army said Saturday, the same site where it knocked down and removed a likeness of a Hindu deity last month. [8]

Sources
[1] TH world.thaipbs.or.th · 2025-12-25 · 85% match

Dismantled deity statue cannot compare to soldiers’ sacrifices - Thai PM

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the dismantling and damage of a statue resembling a Hindu deity near a casino in the Chong Anh Ma area of Ubon Ratchathani province cannot be compared to the sacrifices of Thai soldiers who lost their limbs.

[2] TH world.thaipbs.or.th · 2025-12-25 · 85% match

India flags concern over Thai army’s Hindu deity statue demolition

India on Wednesday voiced concern over the recent demolition of a statue of a Hindu deity on the Thai–Cambodian border by the Thai army.

[3] MM news18.com · 2026-03-13 · 36% match

Lighting A Diya Every Day? These Small Puja Mistakes Could Reduce The Spiritual Benefits

Lighting a lamp during puja seems simple, but small mistakes can reduce the spiritual benefits.

[4] MM www.japantimes.co.jp · 2026-03-22 · 30% match

An island tale of myth, desire and the wisdom of laughter

Myth has charms that history lacks. History is stern, myth fanciful. History challenges the imagination, myth plays with it. Island myths come readily to an island country. Japan has many.

[5] TH mekongeye.com · 2023-04-17 · 76% match

Laos celebrates new year in full tilt with pandemic precautions aside

LUANG PRABANG, LAOS ― Once upon a time in ancient Laos, a deity is said to have cut off his head after the most knowledgeable man in the land correctly answered three seemingly impossible questions about where to find virtue.

[6] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2023-11-23 · 75% match

Pattaya consecrates second shrine to honour eight deities

Pattaya City marked a significant event on November 21, as the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation, opened its second shrine in Soi Nernplabwan with a grand ceremony. The event was

[7] TH bangkokpost.com · 2023-07-03 · 75% match

Magical Mutelu from origins to popular iconic deities

The belief in supernatural forces has been deeply ingrained in Thai society since time immemorial. Over time, these practices have evolved, giving rise to various forms of worship.

[8] MM eng.mizzima.com · 2026-01-25 · 30% match

Buddha statue built in place of Hindu one on disputed Thai-Cambodia border

AFP A Buddha statue has been built on Thailand’s disputed border with Cambodia, Bangkok’s army said Saturday, the same site where it knocked down and removed a likeness of a Hindu deity last month.

[9] MM timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 2026-02-23 · 30% match

In ancient sculptures, a goddess of war unique to Goa

Trending Panaji: A researcher has identified evidence of the worship of a war goddess, Gajagauri, in ancient sculptures excavated in Goa. The deity is believed to be unique to the state, with no record of her worship found elsewhere in the country.

[10] MM www.straitstimes.com · 2025-09-23 · 33% match

Keeping spirits company: Marking the Hungry Ghost Festival at a cemetery in S’pore

The spirit realm is often seen as a place of suffering, home to those without proper burials or forgotten by their families. The festival gives the living a chance to honour these souls and remind them that they are not alone.

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