Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 63-Year-Old Man Found Dead at Foot of HDB Block in Clementi

Based on preliminary investigations, the Singapore police said that there are no indications of foul play.

Jan 30, 2026

Vietnam Draws Strong Investor Confidence, Poised for Robust Growth in 2026

Economists said Vietnam's positive outlook continues to be supported by stable FDI inflows and strong public investment, both of which are playing a key role in driving growth.

Jan 29, 2026

PM Lawrence Wong to Deliver Singapore Budget 2026 Statement on Feb 12

The Budget statement will be broadcast live on Channel 5 and aired on radio via CNA938 and Capital 958.

Jan 29, 2026

Singaporean Man, 38, Jailed for Taking Photos of ICA Officer at Woodlands Checkpoint and Lying to Police

Wong has previous convictions dating back to 2004, including a 2021 offence for voluntarily causing hurt, for which he was jailed.

Jan 29, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore Police Order Meta to Expand Measures Against Facebook Impersonation Scams

If Meta fails to comply with the directive without reasonable excuse, it may be fined up to S$1 million.

Jan 29, 2026

Facebook

Singapore Steps Up Border, Health Measures After Nipah Virus Cases Reported in India

Singapore is closely monitoring developments in West Bengal, where the latest outbreak marks India's seventh Nipah virus episode since 2001.

Jan 29, 2026

Malaysia's Johor Peatland Fire Prompts Water Bombing as Singapore Monitors Haze Risk

Authorities said the helicopter will also be used to conduct an aerial survey to guide further firefighting operations.

Jan 28, 2026

VinaCapital Sees Vietnam GDP Growth Reaching up to 10% in 2026 on Infrastructure and Exports

According to the report, economic growth in 2025 was significantly bolstered by a surge in exports of laptops and other high-tech products to the United States.

Jan 28, 2026

Singaporean Man, 22, Jailed 7 Months After PMD Charging Fire Kills Uncle's Fiancée

For causing death by a negligent act, he could have been jailed for up to two years, fined, or both.

Jan 28, 2026

Chinese New Year 2026: Singapore Police Urge Visitors to Check Live Crowd Map Ahead of Chinatown CNY Bazaar

The police issued the advisory on Tuesday, January 27, in anticipation of peak visitor numbers closer to the eve of Chinese New Year.

Jan 28, 2026

68-year-old woman woman dies after bus rolls down slope in Singapore

Singapore: 13 People Hospitalized After Accident Involving Lorry, Car Along Orchard Road

The lorry passengers are foreign workers. Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.

Jan 28, 2026

Road accident

Vietnam Sets Up Securities-Based Framework for Domestic Carbon Trading Ahead of Pilot Launch

Vietnam's carbon trading exchange will operate under a pilot regime until December 31, 2028.

Jan 27, 2026

Singapore Doctor, 76, Jailed for Molesting Sedated Patient After Colonoscopy

Defence lawyers said the doctor was suffering from Stage 4 prostate cancer with an estimated life expectancy of six to 12 months and asked for a fine or a minimal jail term.

Jan 27, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore Expands Recognised Medical Schools List with Eight New Overseas Institutions

The move is aimed at strengthening Singapore's future healthcare workforce as demand for medical services rises with an ageing population.

Jan 27, 2026

Singapore Cop Fined, Banned from Driving Over Unauthorised U-Turn That Injured Passenger

Under the law, a first-time offender convicted of causing grievous hurt by driving without due consideration may be jailed for up to two years, fined up to S$5,000, or both.

Jan 27, 2026

Singapore crime Road accident

Facial Recognition Trial Launched to Speed Up Motorcycle Immigration at Singapore's Woodlands Checkpoint

The trial is open to Singapore residents, Long-Term Pass holders and foreign visitors who have previously entered Singapore.

Jan 27, 2026

Singapore: Teenager Arrested for Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Police Officer While Dispersing Noisy Group in Punggol

If convicted, he faces a possible jail term of up to seven years, a fine, or caning Section 332 of the Penal Code.

Jan 26, 2026

Singapore crime

SBS Transit Lodges Police Report After Car Allegedly Brake-Checks Bus, Obstructs Bus Lane in Singapore

Under Land Transport Authority regulations, vehicles are not allowed to park within nine metres of a bus stop.

Jan 26, 2026

More Singaporeans to Benefit from Expanded Matching Schemes for Retirement, Healthcare Savings in 2026

The authorities said the move will allow younger persons with disabilities to start building retirement savings earlier through cash top-ups to their Special Account.

Jan 26, 2026

Singaporean Loses Nearly S$2,000 in Batam Market Pickpocketing Case; Suspect Arrested

The police said that Badri was arrested at his boarding house and he later confessed to the theft and admitted to carrying out about three similar acts in the past.

Jan 26, 2026

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