9 May 2025
India-Pakistan conflict “none of our business” says US VP Vance
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becomes first US-born Pope
US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected in a surprise choice as the new leader of the Catholic Church
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Operation Sindoor: India launches military operations against Pakistan, strikes terror camps
The Indian Armed Forces early Wednesday launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorist camps at various locations inside Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK), to avenge the Pahalgam terrorist attack, in which 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists, were killed on April 22. “A little while ago, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘OPERATION SINDOOR’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in […]
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India-Pakistan conflict “none of our business” says US VP Vance
Vance quoted US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio who have said that Washington wants the tensions to "de-escalate" as quickly as possible.
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India attacks Pakistan’s naval base with INS Vikrant, destroys Karachi Port: Report
The Indian Navy has launched a fierce attack on Pakistan's naval base using MAG-29 from INS Vikrant when Karachi Port was targeted.
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Priya Bapat unplugged: Bold roles, Nawaz on set and why ‘Costao’ was unlike anything she’s done before
Maria is a wife to Nawaz, who plays an upright Customs officer. She is also a mother of three and a schoolteacher. When asked to expand on her role, Priya said the movie explores how the relationship between Costao and his wife changes and the price the family pays while supporting him through a difficult journey.
Vijayalakshmi Mohan reinvents the Indian art of rangoli for Singapore and the world
Over the past several decades, Vijayalakshmi Mohan, now aged 66, has been introducing people in Singapore and other countries to this art form. In Singapore, she has turned the rangoli into a vehicle of cross-cultural communication.
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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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Overnight camping, dining alley, and nature-themed attractions coming to Mandai Wildlife East
Key highlights include Colugo Camp, a new overnight stay experience designed to immerse visitors in the natural surroundings, and Dining Alley, a curated food street featuring a mix of homegrown brands and international cuisines.
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Singapore urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan amid regional conflict
The MFA also advised Singaporeans currently in the region to exercise extreme caution for their safety. Additionally, it recommended that all Singaporean travellers e-register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to receive timely updates and assistance.
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Eta Aquarids light up the sky over Singapore
This meteor shower happens every year around early May.
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Singapore President Shanmugaratnam praises Modi’s rural development initiative at PAS 2025
Themed ‘Priming Asia for Good’, the summit brings together thought leaders to spotlight solutions, innovations, and actions from across Asia to address global challenges in the interconnected areas of climate, education, and health.
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Serene Woon to lead Singapore Tourism Board’s India and regional markets from July 2025
Based in Mumbai, Woon will be responsible for overseeing the West and South India markets, along with the Middle East and South Asia regions. She will also lead STB’s destination marketing efforts across India.
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Congratulations pour in for Singapore PM Lawrence Wong after hard-fought election victory
With the 2025 election results coming late into the night on May 3, the same day when voting took place, PM Wong held a 3am press conference on May 4, where he said that the huge victory margin was “a clear signal of trust, stability and confidence in [PAP] government”.
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Sakura Afternoon Tea at Raffles Hotel Singapore celebrates Japan’s cherry blossoms
The Grand Lobby’s décor, featuring elegant Sakura tree displays, creates the perfect setting for this seasonal indulgence, offering guests a picturesque backdrop to capture unforgettable memories.
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Rainforest Wild Asia: Singapore’s newest wildlife adventure opens to the public
As the park celebrates its grand opening, it is expected to welcome approximately 900,000 visitors during its first year of operations.
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SGD-INR Hits 65: How to Make the Most of This Exchange Rate Spike
There was a frantic exchange of messages among NRI community in Singapore when one of person’s transferring cash back to India hit an exchange rate of INR 65 on the Western Union app.
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Indian diaspora in Singapore mourns Pahalgam victims in solemn tribute
More than 250 people from the Indian diaspora attended the solemn remembrance ceremony organised here by the High Commission of India at the chancery.
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WATCH: Indian-origin Norwegian MP Himanshu Gulati condemns Pahalgam terror attack, expresses solidarity with India
According to reports, his parents moved to Norway from India during the 1970s.
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Dr. Gautam Desai named first Indian American president of ACOFP
He was officially given this honour earlier this month during the ACOFP’s annual meeting. Dr. Desai become the first Indian American to hold this position and will serve in this role for one year.
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Vijayalakshmi Mohan reinvents the Indian art of rangoli for Singapore and the world
Over the past several decades, Vijayalakshmi Mohan, now aged 66, has been introducing people in Singapore and other countries to this art form. In Singapore, she has turned the rangoli into a vehicle of cross-cultural communication.
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Indian-origin scientist Nikku Madhusudhan finds signs of life on distant planet
This discovery is based on the detection of a special molecule called dimethyl sulfide (DMS), which on Earth is only produced by living organisms, especially marine algae.
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NASA’s JPL removes Indian-origin DEI head Neela Rajendra after diversity office shutdown
Rajendra’s name was not among the 900 employees laid off earlier this year due to NASA’s budget cuts, raising questions about the reasons for her departure. According to a March email from the lab, her office was meant to continue overseeing efforts such as employee “affinity groups”, including the Black Excellence Strategic Team (B.E.S.T.).
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Business
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TPG to buy 35 percent stake in SCHOTT Poonawalla from Serum Institute of India
SCHOTT Poonawalla is a joint venture between SCHOTT Pharma and SII, part of the Cyrus Poonawalla Group.
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Meet Greg Abel, who gets the key to USD 1.2 trillion empire of Warren Buffett
Legendary investor Warren Buffett will be succeeded as Berkshire Hathaway CEO by Greg Abel
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TikTok hit with USD 600 million fine for breaching EU privacy laws
TikTok said it disagreed with the decision and plans to appeal.
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Who are Singapore’s best employers? Apple retains No. 1 spot in survey across sectors
The online survey was conducted in October-November 2024, and the survey allowed eligible employees to recommend their own company as well as other employers within the same sector. The survey respondents were about 14,000 staff from 2,000 or so organisations in 27 sectors.
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