Indian corporates, Non-Resident Indians and Persons of Indian Origin have committed more than USD5 billion for the development of ghats, fronts, crematoriums and parks along the banks of River Ganga.
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Andhra Pradesh farmers learn intricacies of urban planning in Singapore
About 34 farmers from the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh are currently touring Singapore to learn about the intricacies of urban planning. They have given their lands for the development of the new capital Amravati.
Diaspora direct beneficiary of our passport push: Foreign Secretary Jaishankar
S Jaishankar has said that our intensive efforts to make passport available to maximum number of Indians have created an environment for the Indian diaspora in terms of their global mobility.
Liberal UK leader calls for ‘vindaloo visas’ to boost curry industry
Highlighting the problems faced by the Indian food industry post-Brexit, Britain’s Liberal Democrat party leader Sir Vince Cable has called on the government to introduce temporary “vindaloo” visas.
ICA issues advisory to remain alert from phone scam
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore has warned citizens to remain alert of a phone scam in which callers impersonating ICA officers ask for people’s personal information.
Singapore ratifies ICERD showing commitment to eliminate racial discrimination
In another step towards promoting multiculturalism and prevention of racial discrimination, Singapore ratified the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD).
Indian-American Raj Shah holds press gaggle on board Air Force One
The White House press office took a positive step in its media interactions. Raj Shah, who holds a key position in the White House, gaggled with reporters on board Air Force One, becoming the first Indian-American to enjoy the privilege.
India, Singapore navies to step up maritime cooperation as defence ministers meet
Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise, India and Singapore navies agreed to step up maritime cooperation in terms of regional security.
Wonder robot bags award for M Social Singapore
A wonder robot capable of delivering bottled water, towels, toiletries and other products in hotels has played a pivotal role in bagging the ‘International Data Corporation Digital Transformation Awards 2017’ for the Robertson Quay hotel M Social Singapore.
Red carpet galas to unfold at Madinat Arena for DIFF
The fourteenth edition of Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) is going to be on a grand scale this year as red carpet galas will unfold at the state-of-the-art venue, the Madinat Arena. The festival will boast of wonderful new works from acclaimed directors.
