The transfer of an Indian diplomat from Saudi Arabia to New Delhi has evoked strong reactions among the Indian expatriate community as he was very popular among them.
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Indian-origin Nikki Haley: US won’t tolerate Pakistan providing safe havens to terrorists
The US will not tolerate Pakistan providing safe havens to terrorists, America’s envoy to the UN Nikki Haley has said. She also backed the creation of a strategic alliance with India to fight terrorism and maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region, PTI reported.
Quiz fans in Singapore gear up to flex their mental muscles at Mind aMaze 2017
Quiz enthusiasts in Singapore are getting ready to flex their mental muscles once again, as the sixth edition of the Mind aMaze quiz competition is set to be held in the Lion City this month.
Oasis of luxury awaits travellers as SIA unveils bedroom suites for A380s
Faced with stiff competition from Middle East airlines, Singapore Airlines (SIA) unveiled its new bedroom cabin suites today to attract upscale customers for its revamped Airbus 380s.
ICA introduces e-PR system for Permanent Residency applicants in Singapore
People desirous of becoming Permanent Residents (PR) in Singapore must apply online from December 18 onwards, as the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will be introducing a new electronic application system, christened electronic-Permanent Residence (e-PR) system.
Singapore offers assistance to promote India’s digital payment network RuPay overseas
Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, who was in Delhi on Tuesday, said his country is ready to become RuPay Card’s first international partner while praising steps taken by the government such as the promotion of digital payments and use of Aadhaar.
Indian-origin bank manager in UK snared by vigilante group, jailed for trying to meet 14-yr-old for sex
In a vigilante sting operation, a 38-year-old Indian-origin bank employee in London has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after admitting to attempting to arrange or facilitate a sexual encounter with a minor.
India must boost air connectivity with ASEAN countries, deepen ties: Balakrishnan
Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan urged New Delhi to increase air connectivity with member countries to boost tourism, create jobs and deepen ties with its south-eastern neighbours.
Indian hits jackpot by winning USD1 million in Dubai Duty Free raffle
An Indian citizen has hit the jackpot as he won USD1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millionaire draw conducted at the Dubai International Airport.
Singapore and UK enjoy natural affinity: President Yacob
“Singapore and the United Kingdom share a rich and enduring relationship. We enjoy a natural affinity due to the countries’ common history,” asserted President of Singapore Halimah Yacob while hosting the official dinner in honour of Britain’s Prince Charles and his wife Camilla.
