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Who Is Anant Ambani, Indian Conservationist Winning a Top Global Humane Society Award?

Anant Ambani, who runs one of India's largest wildlife rescue and rehabilitation projects, has become the first Asian to receive a top honour from the Global Humane Society in the US.

Dec 8, 2025

By David McLaren

Why is this Indian city naming a major road after Donald Trump?

Hyderabad is set to rename the road outside the US Consulate as Donald Trump Avenue as part of a bold city-branding push that also includes naming major stretches after global tech giants like Google, Microsoft and Wipro.

Dec 8, 2025

By David McLaren

Singapore: More Than 17,000 Cartons of Duty-Unpaid Cigarettes Seized in Largest Haul of 2025; 4 Arrested

Offenders may face fines of up to 40 times the amount of duty and GST evaded, imprisonment of up to six years, or both.

Dec 8, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore Man, 21, Arrested for Series of Theft Cases at Changi Airport

The suspect will be charged in court for theft in dwelling under Section 380 of the Penal Code. If convicted, he faces up to seven years' imprisonment or a fine.

Dec 8, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: Public transport fares to be reduced from Dec 30 due to lower energy prices

Singapore Tour Buses Barred from Operating as Express Services in Malaysia, Says Transport Minister Anthony Loke

Ahmad Marzuk Shaary, an opposition member of parliament, asked him a follow-up question about bus safety compliance and inspections.

Dec 2, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

23 Singaporeans Locked in Shop During China Tour After Refusing to Buy Goods

The tourists lodged a police report and submitted transaction records as evidence of what they described as a forced-shopping scam.

Dec 2, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 23-Year-Old Italian Man Arrested for Involvement in Cheating Case

In Singapore, the offence of cheating carries an imprisonment term of up to 10 years and a fine.

Dec 1, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 12 Migrant Workers Arrested in CNB Drug Raid at Woodlands Dormitory

The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) said that the men, aged between 23 and 40, comprised 11 Bangladeshis and one Myanmar national.

Nov 29, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: Partial Roof Collapse at Sin Ming Buddhist Monastery Prompts Safety Cordon; 1 Person Assessed for Minor Injuries

A spokesperson said that no activities were taking place at the time, and the affected space was empty.

Nov 27, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 4 People Rushed to Hospital After Multi-Vehicle Accident on SLE

The most recent traffic statistics show an increase in road accidents and fatalities in Singapore.

Nov 27, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

India’s PM Narendra Modi at G20 South Africa 2025

How India's PM Narendra Modi Stole the Show at G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025

PM Narendra Modi emerged as the standout leader at the G20 Johannesburg Summit, winning global praise for his bold tech-sustainability agenda, Africa-focused initiatives, and dynamic diplomatic engagement.

Nov 25, 2025

By David McLaren