Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore Catholic Church Warns of Scammers Posing as Priests to Solicit Money

The Church stressed that its priests and leaders do not contact individuals through private messages to ask for money or financial favours.

Feb 7, 2026

Singapore: 6-Year-Old Girl Dies After Road Accident Near Chinatown Temple

The police said that a 38-year-old female car driver is assisting the police with investigations, which are ongoing.

Feb 7, 2026

Road accident

Singapore: CNB Arrests 99 in Islandwide Operation, Seizes Over S$38,000 in Drugs

The enforcement action covered multiple locations across the island, including Ang Mo Kio, Choa Chu Kang, Jurong, Marine Parade, Marsiling and Sembawang.

Feb 7, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore Teenager, 14, Arrested for Allegedly Tampering with Police Camera in Punggol

The police said that inquiries into his involvement in the alleged tampering, as well as other unrelated offences, are ongoing.

Feb 7, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore stages biggest security drill as Isis terror threat rises across region

Singapore Calls for Global Cooperation to Tackle Shadow Fleet Activity Near its Waters

Singapore plays a key role in monitoring vessel movements as one of the Vessel Traffic Service authorities for the mandatory ship-reporting system in the straits.

Feb 6, 2026

Singapore: Car Fire Breaks Out at Orchard Towers Carpark, No Injuries Reported

According to reports, no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Feb 6, 2026

Singapore ICA Warns of Heavy Congestion at Land Checkpoints During Chinese New Year Travel Period

Real-time updates are available on platforms such as the One Motoring website and ICA's social media channels.

Feb 6, 2026

Singapore: 45-Year-Old Trailer Driver Jailed 24 Weeks Over Fatal Tampines Collision that Killed Cyclist

Under the Road Traffic Act, an offender convicted of driving without due care and attention causing death may be jailed for up to three years, fined up to S$10,000, or both.

Feb 6, 2026

Singapore: 2 Men to be Charged Over Government Official Impersonation Scam Cases Involving Cash, Jewellery

The police said they are also suspected of being involved in other similar cases and will seek a remand order to facilitate further investigations.

Feb 6, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore Retains Top Spot as Vietnam's Leading Foreign Investor for 2026

From a geographic perspective, traditional investment partners within the Asia-Pacific region continue to provide the lion's share of capital.

Feb 5, 2026

Ex-Actor Ian Fang to be Deported, Barred from Singapore After Serving Jail Term for Sexual Crimes

With the ICA's latest mandate, Fang's decade-long career and residency in Singapore have come to a definitive end.

Feb 5, 2026

Singapore LTA to Suspend Parking Certificate Requirement for Trailers from Feb 6 for Two Years

Heavy vehicles and trailers are still not permitted to park in housing estates or on public roads that are not designated for parking.

Feb 5, 2026

Singapore: Flash Flood Risk Prompts Advisory to Avoid Parts of Jurong West

Members of the public are advised to monitor official updates and take necessary precautions when travelling during heavy rain.

Feb 5, 2026

Singapore Navy Steps up Monitoring After Crocodile Spotted Near Changi Naval Base

The sighting comes just days after a crocodile was first reported in the waters off Sentosa, marking the first such incident recorded there.

Feb 5, 2026

Singapore Tightens Health Monitoring for Migrant Workers Arriving from West Bengal Amid Nipah Virus Outbreak

For migrant workers already living in Singapore, MOM said existing healthcare arrangements remain in place through its primary care medical centres.

Feb 4, 2026

Vietnam Reinforces Trade, Energy and Technology Ties with US Firms During Sixth Round of Negotiations

In the industrial and aviation sectors, Vietnam expressed interest in deepening long-term cooperation in modern manufacturing, logistics and air connectivity.

Feb 4, 2026

Beijing Fossil Found by 12-Year-Old Reveals First Middle Jurassic Amphibian Footprints in Asia

Prior to this discovery, trace fossils from the Middle Jurassic in Asia had largely been limited to dinosaur and turtle tracks, with no documented evidence of amphibians.

Feb 4, 2026

About 650 Cyclists Fined in Singapore for Traffic Violations in Last Six Months of 2025

Cyclists are also prohibited from using mobile devices while riding and from cycling on expressways, road tunnels and selected viaducts.

Feb 4, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore: 71-Year-Old Woman Fined for Repeat Offences of Feeding Pigeons After Prior Conviction

As a repeat offender who intentionally fed wildlife without approval, the woman could have faced a fine of up to S$10,000 for each charge.

Feb 4, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore to Review Adoption Safeguards Amid Probe into Alleged Indonesian Baby Trafficking Ring

The latest case is not the first instance of suspected baby smuggling involving Indonesia and Singapore.

Feb 3, 2026

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