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The government's spending plans fail to meet the challenges presented by the floods crisis, the opposition said yesterday during the debate on the 2012 Budget Bill.

Thailand sees a golden chance to create understanding about the current flooding situation at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit this weekend.

Bang Chan Industrial Estate is under serious pressure from rising floods, with factories advised to raise machinery from floor level to prevent damage.

Tightening up control in flood-threatened areas, police yesterday warned people using road spikes to stop vehicles helping flood victims that they could face severe punishment.

Sachin Tendulkar missed out on an unprecedented 100th international century before India raced to a comfortable five-wicket win over the West Indies in the opening Test on Wednesday.