The Singapore Khalsa Association (SKA) has a busy year ahead, with the Baisakhi celebrations in April highlighting the way Sikh culture has blended with Singapore’s. SKA president Mohinder Singh says the Baisakhi mela has evolved into an event for Singaporeans at large.
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Magnificent precinct of Singapore’s Presidential abode Istana to remain open to public today
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and people who have recently relocated to Singapore now get a chance for a brush with history as the magnificent precincts of Istana, the abode of the President Halimah Yacob, will be opened to the public on February 17.
In quest for the perfect Christmas tree in Singapore
When the festive season is around the corner, aside from looking forward to all the gifting and feasting, comes the quest to find the perfect Christmas tree. We all love the smell of fresh pine. Here are some spots where you can pick up your Christmas tree.
Prices of private residential properties in Singapore rise for first time in four years
For the first time in nearly four years, prices of private residential properties in Singapore have gone up by 0.7 per cent in the third quarter, revealed the latest statistics from the Urban Development Authority (UDA) released today.
Resale volume of HDB flats recorded lowest in seven months during September
About 1,683 Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats were re-sold during September, which is a 14 per cent month-on-month fall drop from August, revealed the flash estimates of Singapore Real Estate Exchange (SRX).
Educational Event for Kids: Surprising World of Discoveries
Photo courtesy: The “Eureka” Institute of educational policy (Moscow) In Chennai Institute "Eureka" conducted educational events: "Journey into the World of Creativity" and "A Surprising World of Discoveries". On August 31 and September 2, 2017 in Chennai (India), the "Eureka" Institute of educational policy (Moscow), with the support of the Russian Agency "Rossotrudnichestvo", conducted educational […]
Modern Russian Educational Technologies Presented for India Schools
The seminars “Opportunities and Potential Effects of the Application of Modern Russian Educational Technologies, Methods of Teaching and Education to Ensure Development of Preschool Children in Educational Institutions in India” and “Opportunities and Potential Effects of the Application of Modern R
BCA announces roadmap to healthier and greener buildings for Singapore
To enhance the indoor environment quality of buildings and ensure healthier atmosphere, Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore has announced several initiatives today with the review of its third Green Building Masterplan.
HDB to utilise modern tools to study residents’ preferences and build stronger communities
To ensure quality living environment and in keeping with the changing needs of society, HDB has collaborated with Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) on a social behavioural study christened ‘New Urban Kampung research programme’.
HDB inks SGD10.7 million agreements for ‘Smart Living’ in Singapore
HDB has inked two new research and development agreements with NTU and SUTD worth SGD 10.7 million to leverage the power of Big Data, data analytics and smart technology to boost construction productivity and safety, as well as to develop a new social framework to build stronger communities.
