Tamil language acted as a “passport” that linked all Tamil people, minister Indranee Rajah said recently, as reported by the Singapore media.
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Singapore PM Lee congratulates new Palestinian PM, offers support for two-state solution
PM Lee wrote in the letter, dated April 5, 2024, that “Singapore is deeply concerned about the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza” and offered his support for “a negotiated two-state solution” that could bring “durable peace between Israelis and Palestinians”.
Singapore: Ministry of Transport introduces the Transport Sector (Critical Firms) Bill in Parliament
The Bill will amend four Acts: the Bus Services Industry Act 2015, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore Act 2009, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Act 1996, and the Rapid Transit Systems Act 1995.
Singapore traffic: From April 1, red light cameras to catch speeding violations
The police data show that while traffic enforcement cameras are effective in deterring speeding violations, motorists still choose to speed at locations where they think no one is watching.
Singapore summer 2024 set to sizzle, with 2023 recording 4th hottest ever
On March 23, Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong posted on X: “Feeling the heat lately? 2023 was the 4th warmest year in Singapore and 2024 will be warmer.”
Former MAS chief Ravi Menon named Singapore’s first Ambassador for Climate Action
In addition to being Singapore’s Ambassador for Climate Action, Menon will be a senior adviser at the NCCS, which operates within the purview of the Prime Minister’s Office.
Jaishankar in Singapore: Visit presented opportunity to deepen strategic partnership, says MEA
Jaishankar was in Singapore from March 23 to 25; during the visit, he called on Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong, and Deputy PM and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong.
Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura floral display presents its first day-to-night experience for visitors
Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura
Bicycle and golf clubs: Alleged freebies worth SGD 19K fetch 8 new charges for Iswaran
The gifts were allegedly given to Iswaran by a person named Lum Kok Seng, and this individual was part of a business that had a connection with Iswaran’s work as transport minister.
Jaishankar in Singapore: Promotes India’s semiconductor industry, pays homage to Netaji, delivers lecture
Upon arrival, Jaishankar paid tribute to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, the great Indian leader and freedom-fighter, at a Singapore landmark.
