28 October 2025
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Spate of ‘digital arrest’ crimes shake India; Supreme Court seeks response from Centre
“Digital arrest” refers to scammers posing as officials from some law enforcement-related institution or the other — anything from police to courts — and telling people through online communication that they are “under arrest” for some (imaginary) violation of the law.
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Singapore moves to tighten online safety laws, plans powerful new regulator by 2026
Singapore is moving to strengthen its regulation of online content with the introduction of a new Online Safety Commission that will have the authority to order social media platforms to block harmful material. The proposal is part of a new online safety bill that was tabled in parliament on Wednesday and is expected to be […]
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Canada: Indian-origin woman murdered in Lincoln, police searching for suspect Manpreet Singh
The Canadian Police have launched an arrest warrant for an Indian-origin man after a woman was found dead at a park in the Lincoln area
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UN human rights probe says Russian forces committing ‘murder’ in Ukraine
Drones operated by Russian forces have repeatedly attacked Ukrainian civilians, causing deaths, injuries and large-scale destruction, independent UN human rights investigators said on Monday
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From ‘Stree’ to ‘Thamma’: Amar Kaushik on critics, vampires, and the evolution of India’s horror-comedy universe
Kaushik, who has produced the franchise's latest entry "Thamma" with Dinesh Vijan, said he is not someone who discards reviews as long as the criticism is not personal.
Veeru Murugappan and MYFA open up a whole new world for teenage footballers of Tamil Nadu
Within less than three years of the Tamil Nadu-based Murugappa Youth Football Academy’s partnership arrangement with the German football club Borussia Dortmund, Veeru Murugappan and his team have pulled off a trip to Germany for a group of boys from economically disadvantaged families.
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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.
Garima Kapil #KnowYourIndia
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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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FOCUS STORIES - SINGAPORE
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Jurong Island to host new renewable energy facilities and Singapore’s largest data centre park
The move, announced by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and JTC Corporation on Monday, October 27, marks a new phase in the transformation of the country’s main industrial hub.
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EMA projects strong growth in Singapore’s electricity use through 2035
Higher consumption from expanding data centres and growing use of air conditioning is expected to push up demand further, placing Singapore ahead of other developed economies in the region such as Australia and Japan in terms of growth.
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Singapore Police assure Assam CID of full cooperation in Zubeen Garg investigation
The Indian government had earlier invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore, seeking cooperation in the investigation into the death of the singer in the Southeast Asian country.
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Indian male nurse jailed, caned in Singapore for molesting hospital visitor
Elipe Siva Nagu, 34, molested a male visitor to the Raffles Hospital in June, after claiming that he wanted to “disinfect” the victim, The Straits Times reported.
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Zubeen Garg case: Assam CID officers return from Singapore after probe into singer’s death
Two senior police officers, who had gone to Singapore to probe the death of singer Zubeen Garg, returned to Assam on Thursday, October 23, officials said. CID Special DGP Munna Prasad Gupta and Titabor Co-District SP Tarun Goel had gone to Singapore on Monday, October 20. “The team returned to Guwahati today. They visited all […]
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Diwali celebrations turn costly as Indian-origin man charged under Singapore’s explosives law
The case came to notice after a video clip of the fireworks was posted online. The police confirmed at the time that a report had been lodged and investigations were underway, according to the report.
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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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LEGO celebrates Singapore’s 60th birthday with record-breaking mural and heritage showcase
The display also highlights Singapore’s food culture with intricate LEGO models of dishes like Hainanese Chicken Rice, Chilli Crab, and kaya butter toast with soft boiled eggs.
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Seattle Storm set to hire Indian-origin Sonia Raman as head coach, make WNBA history
Raman, of Indian-origin, was an assistant with the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies for four years before coming to the New York Liberty this past season.
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Indian immigrants top US economic impact list, report says
The study, released on Thursday, October 23, found that Indian immigrants contribute more to the US economy and national finances than any other immigrant group, significantly reducing national debt while boosting overall economic growth.
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Indian-origin Paul Kapur takes charge as top US diplomat for South and Central Asia
His appointment marks a significant addition to the administration’s team managing policy in a strategically important region that includes India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Central Asia.
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Indian-origin Nirav Shah launches campaign for Maine governor as Democrat
Launching his campaign on Monday, October 20, Shah said Maine was at a defining moment and needed leadership that could deliver results from the first day in office.
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From Kishore Mahbubani to Janet Jesudason: Singapore Indians honoured at SG60 Hall of Fame Awards
On 21 September 2025, the Indian Hall of Fame Singapore (IHFS) held a special SG60 awards ceremony at Raffles Town Club to mark Singapore’s 60th National Day. Sixteen distinguished individuals were inducted into the Hall of Fame, representing the wide range of achievements of Indian Singaporeans in diplomacy, economics, law, medicine, music, sports, community service […]
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Singapore teen Advait Swaminathan turns discarded cricket bats into lifelines for India’s young players
At an age when most teenagers are focused on school and sport, 17-year-old Singapore cricketer Advait Swaminathan has taken up a project that is helping young players in India. “I noticed many talented players who just couldn’t afford quality cricket equipment. That stayed with me,” he told Santosh Kumar of Tabla, recalling his training stints […]
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Amazon to slash 30,000 corporate jobs, largest since 2022: Reports
Amazon is preparing for one of its largest rounds of job cuts in recent years, with reports indicating that about 30,000 corporate employees will be affected beginning Tuesday
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“We do not do trade deals with a gun to our head,” asserts Piyush Goyal at Berlin dialogue
India did not do trade agreements in a hurry or with a “gun to our head”, said Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on October 24, speaking at the Berlin Global Dialogue (BGD 2025) in Germany.
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India’s Reliance Industries Limited to adapt refinery operations amid fresh US, UK, EU sanctions on Russian oil
RIL said it will modify its refinery operations to comply with the latest sanctions imposed by the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.
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OpenAI launches its own Atlas browser, Google Chrome faces new rival
OpenAI, the company that created major disruption in the tech world by introducing ChatGPT, has launched its own web browser named Atlas
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