Singapore Home Affairs and Law Minister K Shanmugam said the death penalty is not a magic solution that solves all drug problems, but part of a larger framework that includes reducing the supply of drugs in Singapore and rehabilitating offenders.
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Indian-origin anti-Brexit campaigner tops UK powerlist of African and African Caribbean heritage
Braving death threats and insults during a long-running battle over Brexit, Indian-origin campaigner Gina Miller has been named the UK’s most influential person of the year of African and African Caribbean heritage.
Singapore Passport gets facelift with new design and enhanced security features
Close on the heels of being declared the most powerful passport in the world, Singapore passport is getting a new design with additional security features.
Indian-origin researcher couple honoured for contribution to HIV/AIDS studies
A globally-acclaimed South African Indian-origin researcher couple was honoured yesterday with a prestigious award for their exceptional contributions in the field of HIV/AIDS research.
Two Indians charged for molesting women in Singapore
In a shocking incident, two Indian citizens have been charged for molesting women in separate incidents in Singapore. They may face up to two years in jail, as well as a fine or caning.
Sherin Mathews case: Man admits to dumping adopted daughter’s body after she choked on milk
In a case of child abuse, a day after the body of three-year-old Sherin Mathews was found in Richardson, Texas, police said Wesley Mathews voluntarily revised his statement to admit that he had “removed the body” of his adopted daughter.
Gupta family invests in tidal power project in UK
Looking into alternative sources of energy, a UK-based Indian-origin family with business interests across metals and renewable energy has invested in a multi-billion-pound tidal lagoon power project.
Two Indian-American businessmen felicitated by Donald Trump
In recognition of their significant contribution to the US economy, two Indian-American businessmen were among those honoured by US President Donald Trump.
Full-dress rehearsal conducted at Terminal 4 of Changi Airport ahead of its opening on October 31
To check its preparedness, Changi Airport conducted full-dress rehearsal for operations at Terminal 4 (T4) today prior to commencing its operations at the terminal on October 31.
Singapore, India reaffirm strong and lasting defence ties
The Singapore Minister for Defence Dr Ng Eng Hen hosted Indian Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to breakfast this morning, on the sidelines of the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) and 4th ADMM-Plus today.
