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Trekkers@Heart founder Vivek Vaidya helps people find their inner adventurer
Who better to talk about the benefits of hiking and trekking than Vivek Vaidya, the Indian-origin Singapore-based founder of Trekkers@Heart? A management consultant at Frost and Sullivan and a “corporate storyteller”, he is — as his outfit’s name says — a trekker at heart. So much so that Trekkers@Heart is now a full-fledged organisation that helps people find their inner adventurer.
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Air India crash: Man in seat 11A miraculously walks out alive
According to reports, the lone survivor has been taken to the hospital and is under treatment.
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We are deeply concerned, says India after Israel strikes Iran
India has expressed deep concern over the escalation of tension in the Middle East after Israel hits Iran
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Ashutosh Gowariker’s Marathi film Ata Thambaycha Naay! to make digital debut soon
Ata Thambaycha Naay! is a tribute to Mumbai’s sanitation workers and tells a heartwarming story based on real-life events. The film is directed by debutant Shivraj Waichal and features popular actors Bharat Jadhav, Siddhartha Jadhav, and acclaimed filmmaker-actor Ashutosh Gowariker in key roles.
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Actress Kushee Ravi on Ayyana Mane, playing Jaji, and winning hearts beyond borders
In an exclusive conversation with Connected to India, Kushee opened up about her journey into the project, the story's impact, and her growing popularity among the Kannada diaspora.
Trekkers@Heart founder Vivek Vaidya helps people find their inner adventurer
Who better to talk about the benefits of hiking and trekking than Vivek Vaidya, the Indian-origin Singapore-based founder of Trekkers@Heart? A management consultant at Frost and Sullivan and a “corporate storyteller”, he is — as his outfit’s name says — a trekker at heart. So much so that Trekkers@Heart is now a full-fledged organisation that helps people find their inner adventurer.
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In Pics: Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, the Maha Kumbh Mela symbolises faith, devotion, and the eternal quest for moksha (liberation). Pilgrims from across India and the world gathered to take a holy dip in sacred rivers, seeking spiritual cleansing and liberation from past sins.
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26th edition of SWF ends with community karaoke, Pooja Nansi bids adieu as festival director
It’s one for the books for the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF), as the 26th edition of the festival concluded with about 200 free and ticketed events for festivalgoers to enjoy. Befitting of this year’s theme, Plot Twist, festivalgoers were in for a ride with unconventional programmes such as a Hip Hop 50th anniversary series, combat […]
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Know your awards: Indian civilian honours
Know your awards: India is one of the oldest civilisations in the world. The history of the nation reflects the rich culture and heritage of the country. Know about Indian awards here.
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Eid Al Adha celebrated across India
Devotees gathered across India to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakra Eid, Bakrid, Eid al-Adha, Eid Qurban, or Qurban Bayaram.
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Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security after two-year hiatus
After a gap of two years, the Amarnath Yatra began amid tight security arrangements from Pahalgam, Kashmir.
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Five most popular panoramas in India
New research using travel platform TripAdvisor's data has revealed the most popular views and scenic locations in India and around the world.
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Indian Coast Guard still battling blaze on Singapore-flagged vessel off Kerala
The firefighting efforts, focused on the ship's forward cargo holds, are being led by Indian Coast Guard ships Samudra Prahari and Samarth.
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Over 1,000 malicious IPs in Singapore taken down in global cybercrime crackdown
The joint operation, known as Operation Secure, took place between January and April 2025 and involved law enforcement agencies from 26 countries.
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Singapore: Two Indian women arrested for alleged shop theft at Changi Airport
The women, aged 29 and 30 were detained before they could leave the country. The younger woman was found with the stolen purse from the Furla store, while a black haversack and a bottle of perfume were discovered in the luggage of the older woman.
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Indian-origin blogger in Singapore fined for TikTok post on racial disharmony
Singh, 57, had posted a commentary about alleged offensive remarks made by Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo. The commentary was based on a link he received from an unknown person. He did not verify the content before sharing his views online.
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Generation Greytt: The 50+ movement redefining ageing in Singapore and Malaysia
The report titled "The emergence of Generation Greytt: Re-defining the 50+ Possibilities", conducted in June 2024, surveyed 2,006 people aged 50+ across Singapore and Malaysia. It uncovers eye-opening insights into their lifestyle, ambitions, and mindset — and most importantly, how they’re transforming the perception of ageing.
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Singapore: Indian-origin man jailed for cheating 61 victims of SGD 310,000
The court heard that he cheated at least 61 victims and collected about SGD 310,000 over a period of about six months.
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Sakura Afternoon Tea at Raffles Hotel Singapore celebrates Japan’s cherry blossoms
The Grand Lobby’s décor, featuring elegant Sakura tree displays, creates the perfect setting for this seasonal indulgence, offering guests a picturesque backdrop to capture unforgettable memories.
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Rainforest Wild Asia: Singapore’s newest wildlife adventure opens to the public
As the park celebrates its grand opening, it is expected to welcome approximately 900,000 visitors during its first year of operations.
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SGD-INR Hits 65: How to Make the Most of This Exchange Rate Spike
There was a frantic exchange of messages among NRI community in Singapore when one of person’s transferring cash back to India hit an exchange rate of INR 65 on the Western Union app.
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Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala makes history as first Indian-origin head of American Medical Association
He will serve as the 180th president of the organisation, which is the largest association of doctors and medical students in the United States. His election was announced during the AMA’s annual meeting held in Chicago.
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Indian-origin professor Rupa Marya sues US university over suspension for Gaza posts
Marya’s posts showed solidarity with hospitals and healthcare workers in Gaza, accusing Israel of attacking them. She also criticised Zionism, calling it a "supremacist, racist ideology" and linking it to problems in healthcare.
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Indian Americans win key Texas City Council races
Sanjay Singhal and Sukh Kaur, both Indian Americans, have won city council runoff elections in Texas, while Carol McCutcheon has been elected as Mayor of Sugar Land, a Houston suburb with a large Indian-origin popula
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13-year-old Indian American Faizan Zaki crowned champion of 2025 Scripps Spelling Bee
This was Faizan’s fourth time participating in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. A student of C.M. Rice Middle School, he had previously finished second in 2024 after a spell-off with Bruhat Soma.
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400-strong baraat shuts down Wall Street in dazzling Indian wedding parade
The crowded business hub, more accustomed to tailored suits than pink kurtas, briefly transformed into the set of what looked like a full-blown Bollywood production.
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Indian-origin twin brothers from Singapore The Bala Boys featured on NY’s Times Square billboard for wellness music album
The album, a collaboration with SiriusXM and Pandora, was launched in honour of World Meditation Day (May 21), and was on display from May 16–22, 2025.
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Axis Max Life names Sumit Madan as next CEO and MD
Since joining Axis Max Life in February 2024 as Chief Distribution Officer, Sumit has played a crucial role in driving the company’s growth and achieving important milestones. Under his leadership, the company moved up to the fourth position in the life insurance market during the financial year 2024-25 and entered the top three among private insurers in the second half of the year.
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Delta plans nonstop flights between Atlanta and New Delhi after COVID hiatus
The new route will connect Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Delta’s main hub, with New Delhi. The flight will cover approximately 12,785 kilometres, making it one of the longest nonstop routes in Delta’s global network. The service aims to improve access between the southeastern United States and India.
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Report finds only 47 percent of tech firms seeing strong ROI from AI investments
In India, the outlook is especially positive. According to the findings, 81 percent of technology companies in the country are planning to systematically integrate AI into their products and services over the next year. This indicates a shift towards becoming truly intelligent enterprises.
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Microsoft’s Satya Nadella finally breaks silence on 6,000 job cuts and there is an AI connection
Satya Nadella breaks silence on laying off 6,000 employees and said it was more related to organisational restructuring
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