PM Lee launches national skills framework to develop logistics sector in Singapore
Heralding a new chapter of bringing SGD8.3 billion and creation of 2,000 new jobs for professionals, managers, engineers and technicians (PMET) by 2020 in the logistics sector, Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong today launched the New National Skills Framework for the logistics sector.
India Club in London struggling for survival
The India Club in London, a hub for Indian nationalists in the UK during the independence movement in the 1930s and 40s, is fighting for its survival after plans emerged for the building to be demolished internally.
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Singapore is our gateway to the east with an extraordinary Indian diaspora: HCI Jawed Ashraf
“Singapore is at the heart of ASEAN and has an extraordinary Indian diaspora that reflects the centrality of Singapore in our engagement with ASEAN,” said H.E., the High Commissioner of India, Singapore, Jawed Ashraf.
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India's reformist initiatives have led to the creation of opportunities for foreign investors: Ajay K Sanganeria
Given his extensive experience in dealing with authorities and resolving tax issues, it is no surprise that Ajay K Sanganeria, a Tax Partner at KPMG Advisory LLP, was chosen to deliver the lecture on Taxation at the SICCI Conference 2017.
Does real estate in India continue to attract you as an investment opportunity?
- Yes - source of highest returns
- Average - depends on the project
- No - now I invest in the resident country
SICCI Conference 2017 to focus on ‘Understanding and Overcoming Challenges - India’
The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) Conference 2017 has chosen the theme ‘Understanding and Overcoming Challenges India’.
Singapore based healthtech startup MyDoc raises SGD5.2 million
Singapore-based healthcare startup has raised USD5.2 million in a series A funding round.
PM Lee launches national skills framework to develop logistics sector in Singapore
Heralding a new chapter of bringing SGD8.3 billion and creation of 2,000 new jobs for professionals, managers, engineers and technicians (PMET) by 2020 in the logistics sector, Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong today launched the New National Skills Framework for the logistics sector.
Apsaras Arts presents ‘Anjaneyam – Hanuman’s Ramayana’ in Kalaa Utsavam 2017
The ancient Indian epic poem which narrates the struggle of the divine prince Rama to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana, The Ramayana has captured our imagination for centuries.
Navratri - Durga and Rama: The myths, history and rituals of the nine-day Hindu festival
The nine-day long festival of Navratri (literally meaning nine nights) is one of the most widely celebrated in the Hindu religion. Celebrated to honour Goddess Durga, who symbolises power and purity, Navratri is famous for the ritual of fasting.
Dussehra: Celebrating the victory of Good over Evil
India is a land of festivals, and one of the most eagerly awaited is Dussehra in which people of different faiths participate. It is celebrated with zest and religious fervour.
Singapore real estate market: Common mistakes that first-time investors should avoid
The growth of the city-state’s economy has gone hand-in-hand with the development of the property market, and there are many cases of windfalls for property investors. Many potential investors often overlook the costs, resulting in grave investment mistakes.
Renting properties in Singapore? Tips for freshly minted NRIs
Irrespective of whether you’re an NRI, new to Singapore, or just looking for a better place after the completion of your lease, here are some tips and common pointers to make your house hunt very productive.
Singapore now boasts of world’s largest pre-school
Singapore now boasts of the world’s largest pre-school in which doting parents can admit their tiny tots. The capacity of this school is 2,100 children.
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Filmwallas discovers four talented filmmakers in global contest around next generation technologies
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Stop focusing on the girl child, it’s the boys who need attention
I heard celebrated writer Chetan Bhagat, an IIT and IIM alumnus and ergo a shining example of a gentlemanly achiever in modern India, say this on Saavn, the radio app: “Mainay Arjun Kapoor kay badhay mazay karay hain (I was instrumental in making Arjun Kapoor have a lot of fun). I write the kissin
Here’s how Ram Nath Kovind became President of India
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Does real estate in India continue to attract you as an investment opportunity?
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- Average - depends on the project
- No - now I invest in the resident country
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Indian wins title of UK’s ‘Child Genius’ in face-off on TV
Rahul Doshi, who became an instant media sensation after his appearance on the kids’ quiz show Child Genius, has won the popular Channel 4 television competition.
India should take advantage of Brexit to become Britain's natural partner: NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul
British Indian-origin peer Lord Swraj Paul said the UK's decision to leave the European Union gives an opportunity to Britain and India to work together and gain from each other.
Indian-American author Amitava Kumar announces India launch of his new novel ‘The Lovers’
Indian-American author Amitava Kumar, who released his novel The Lovers recently, announced that the official India launch of the book will be held in Mumbai on August 3.