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Singapore to end performing artiste work permit scheme citing widespread abuse
As per the ministry, the scheme, which began in 2008, was meant to help licensed bars, hotels and nightclubs hire foreign performing artistes for short-term work of up to six months.
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H-1B approvals for Indian IT firms plunge to decade low of 4,573
First-time H-1B approvals for major Indian IT companies have plunged to just 4,573
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Anoushka Shankar slams Air India after her sitar arrives broken
The British-American sitar player of Indian descent, who decided to fly with the airline after many years, shared an emotional video on Instagram expressing her shock and disappointment at how her instrument was handled.
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Indian-origin teen sensation Arvid Lindblad set for F1 debut with Racing Bulls in 2026
Lindblad, of British and Swedish nationality with Indian ancestry through his mother, has progressed rapidly through the junior ranks.
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‘Life of Pi’ star Suraj Sharma talks choosing roles and working across India and US
Sharma found global fame after he starred in filmmaker Ang Lee's 2012 movie "Life of Pi", adapted from author Yann Martel's 2001 book of the same name.
Rajesh Tailang on theatre roots, OTT success and reuniting with Sheeba Chaddha in Bakaiti
Speaking to Connected to India about his latest series Bakaiti, now streaming on ZEE5 Global, the ace actor said his journey began much earlier than people realise.
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In Pics: Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, the Maha Kumbh Mela symbolises faith, devotion, and the eternal quest for moksha (liberation). Pilgrims from across India and the world gathered to take a holy dip in sacred rivers, seeking spiritual cleansing and liberation from past sins.
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26th edition of SWF ends with community karaoke, Pooja Nansi bids adieu as festival director
It’s one for the books for the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF), as the 26th edition of the festival concluded with about 200 free and ticketed events for festivalgoers to enjoy. Befitting of this year’s theme, Plot Twist, festivalgoers were in for a ride with unconventional programmes such as a Hip Hop 50th anniversary series, combat […]
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Know your awards: Indian civilian honours
Know your awards: India is one of the oldest civilisations in the world. The history of the nation reflects the rich culture and heritage of the country. Know about Indian awards here.
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Eid Al Adha celebrated across India
Devotees gathered across India to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakra Eid, Bakrid, Eid al-Adha, Eid Qurban, or Qurban Bayaram.
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Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security after two-year hiatus
After a gap of two years, the Amarnath Yatra began amid tight security arrangements from Pahalgam, Kashmir.
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Five most popular panoramas in India
New research using travel platform TripAdvisor's data has revealed the most popular views and scenic locations in India and around the world.
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Singapore’s CII Young Indians to boost youth exchanges, strengthen cultural and economic understanding
CII Yi Chairman Mohamed Irshad shared this on Tuesday, December 2, a day after hosting the first 'Yi – India Singapore Youth Summit' in Singapore.
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Singapore to end performing artiste work permit scheme citing widespread abuse
As per the ministry, the scheme, which began in 2008, was meant to help licensed bars, hotels and nightclubs hire foreign performing artistes for short-term work of up to six months.
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Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das brings ‘Hey Stranger’ tour to Singapore in May 2026
Vir has performed in over 180 shows across the globe, including a celebrated run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and headlines major stages from Carnegie Hall in New York to the Eventim Apollo in London.
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SJI, Ray of Hope join hands to lead cricket tournament uniting migrant workers and youth in Singapore
The participants included migrant workers and students from colleges such as Tampines Meridian Junior College (TMJC) and St. Andrew’s Junior College.
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Singapore hosts grand tribute for kathak maestro Dr Shovana Narayan
Organised by the Global Indian Cultural Centre (GICC) in collaboration with Praya Dance, the evening celebrated Dr Shovana’s lifelong contributions to classical arts and her influence on dancers across generations.
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Singapore to ban smartphone use for secondary students outside lessons from 2026
The tightened rules cover times such as recess, co-curricular activities (CCAs), and other school periods outside regular lessons.
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Bihar to Singapore! Trump appoints Indian-origin Dr. Anjani Sinha as U.S. ambassador
Trump has appointed Dr. Anjani Sinha, a Bihar-born medical and business professional of Indian origin, as the new American Ambassador to Singapore
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Indian Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra conferred honorary Lieutenant Colonel rank in Indian Army
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday formally conferred the gleaming insignia of Honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army upon star javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra
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India clinch Asia Cup title with five-wicket win over Pakistan
In a gripping final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India edged out archrival Pakistan by five wickets to lift the Asia Cup 2025 T20 title, sealing the win with just two balls to spare. Pakistan, sent in to bat, looked well poised at 113 for 1, but India’s spin attack wreaked havoc as the […]
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Indian-origin teen sensation Arvid Lindblad set for F1 debut with Racing Bulls in 2026
Lindblad, of British and Swedish nationality with Indian ancestry through his mother, has progressed rapidly through the junior ranks.
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Mamta Singh becomes first Indian American elected to public office in Jersey City
According to reports, Singh won the Council At-Large seat this week, marking a breakthrough moment for the Indian diaspora in the city.
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NRIs cite privacy, work culture and safety in viral video on not returning to India
Many of the respondents, all NRIs, cited reasons such as better work-life balance, personal privacy, women’s safety, and a more convenient lifestyle in the US as major factors keeping them from moving back.
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‘F*** AQI who cares’: Indian man in Sweden goes viral after saying life in India is emotionally easier
Ankur Tyagi, who has been living in Europe for the past five years, shared his thoughts on X on Monday, while responding to another user who said he understood why people want to leave India due to issues like pollution, corruption, high taxes and real estate prices.
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Steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal leaves UK for Switzerland and Dubai, as Labour budget readies super-rich tax
PIO billionaire Lakshmi Niwas Mittal already has a mansion in Dubai and has now bought up “tracts of an intriguing development on the nearby Naïa Island” in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), says The Sunday Times.
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Indians in UK may face up to 15–20 year wait for ILR under new migration overhaul
Under the changes, low-paid workers will be subject to a 15-year wait for ILR and migrants accessing taxpayer-funded benefits would have to wait for as long as 20 years to be able to access settled status.
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Indian-origin executive Amar Subramanya named Apple’s Vice-President of AI
Indian-origin AI researcher and engineer Amar Subramanya has been appointed Apple’s new Vice-President of Artificial Intelligence
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Samsung unveils world’s first AI Trifold phone, check out features
Samsung Electronics on Tuesday announced the launch of Galaxy Z TriFold
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Tech founder’s bluetooth-enabled landline device generates $120,000 in initial three-day sales
A tech entrepreneur has launched a Bluetooth-enabled, landline-style handset, named Physical Phones, aimed at reducing smartphone screen time
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Airbus A320 safety alert triggers flight disruptions for IndiGo, Air India and AI Express
Airbus on Friday said intense solar radiation might corrupt data critical to flight controls in a significant number of A320 family aircraft and that the software changes required to fix the issue would lead to operational disruptions.
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