Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: One Hospitalized, 70 Evacuated After Fire Breaks Out at Bukit Merah HDB Flat

According to the reports, the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Jan 26, 2026

Singapore: 6 Indonesians Jailed, Caned After Illegal Re-entry Attempt Ends with Sampan Sinking

Investigations showed that all six had previously been repatriated from Singapore to Indonesia between 2022 and 2025 for immigration offences.

Jan 26, 2026

Singapore crime

Vietnam to Scrap Business Licence Fees for Enterprises, Households from 2026

Tax officials said the new policy is expected to significantly lower compliance costs, particularly for small and micro-enterprises as well as household businesses.

Jan 25, 2026

Endangered Pig-Nosed Turtle Found Stranded on Singapore's Changi Beach

According to expert, the pig-nosed turtle is a non-native species that originates from freshwater environments in northern Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Jan 25, 2026

Singapore: Three Motorcyclists Rushed to Hospital After Multi-Vehicle Crash on BKE

The police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force said they were alerted to the incident at about 7.20 am along the BKE towards the Woodlands Checkpoint.

Jan 25, 2026

Road accident

Singapore economy expands by 1.8 per cent in Quarter 1

Air Quality in Eastern Singapore Briefly Reaches Unhealthy Levels, Says NEA

NEA said this was likely caused by a hotspot and smoke plume detected in Johor, which is located close to Singapore.

Jan 25, 2026

Singapore: 35-Year-Old Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Collision with Car Along KPE

The police said that the 34-year-old male driver of the car is assisting with the investigations.

Jan 25, 2026

Road accident

Man, 33, Arrested for Disorderly Behaviour After Harassing Staff at Singapore's River Valley High School

Despite being given several warnings, he continued to disregard police instructions and was subsequently arrested for disorderly behaviour.

Jan 25, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore: 30-Year-Old Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Rental Car from Woodlands Carpark

Preliminary investigations revealed that the rental car's key had been left unattended overnight on one of the vehicle's tyres.

Jan 24, 2026

Singapore crime

Vietnam's Durian Exports to China Jump US$500M as Country Gains Ground on Regional Rivals

Chinese customs data showed that Vietnam shipped US$3.44 billion worth of durians to China in 2025, up from US$2.94 billion the year before.

Jan 24, 2026

Singapore Authorities Investigate Alleged Bomb Hoax at Paya Lebar Air Base

MINDEF stressed that such false alarms divert security resources and can cause unnecessary public concern, and said investigations into the incident are continuing.

Jan 24, 2026

Singapore: 35 Arrested, 17 Under Investigation in Island-Wide Crackdown on Illegal SIM Card Registrations

The offence carries a penalty of up to S$10,000 in fines, imprisonment of up to three years, or both.

Jan 24, 2026

Singapore crime

Singapore: 44-Year-Old Driver Involved in Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Jurong West Arrested

The police said the man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing death, following investigations into the incident that occurred a day earlier.

Jan 24, 2026

Road accident

Four Malaysians to be Charged in Singapore Over Government Official Impersonation Scams

The police noted a rising trend of Malaysians travelling to Singapore to assist scam syndicates in collecting cash, gold and valuables from victims.

Jan 21, 2026

Singapore crime

Vietnam's Top Leader Pledges Over 10% Annual Growth Despite Global Headwinds

Lam said Vietnam would continue efforts to reduce red tape and deepen global trade links to strengthen economic independence.

Jan 21, 2026

Meet 'Ammonite': The Bizarre Object Beyond Neptune Challenging What we Know About Solar System

Scientists say studying objects like Ammonite, despite their immense distance, offers valuable insight into the solar system's formation and early evolution.

Jan 21, 2026

Two Men Arrested in Separate Drug Busts in Singapore; Over 4Kg of Cannabis, Other Drugs Seized

Under Singapore law, those convicted of trafficking more than 500g of cannabis may face the death penalty.

Jan 21, 2026

Singapore crime

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

Go-Ahead Singapore Bus Involved in Hit-and-Run at Loyang Landed Estate; No Injuries Reported

The bus operator said the bus captain made an incorrect turn into Loyang Rise and grazed several vehicles parked along the roadside.

Jan 21, 2026

Road accident

Six Crew Members Rescued Within 30 Minutes After Vessel Sinks in Singapore Waters

The six crew members were found treading water and were swiftly rescued by Police Coast Guard officers.

Jan 20, 2026

Singapore: 147 Gastroenteritis Cases Reported at North View Primary School; Authorities Investigating

North View Primary School said it has been in contact with affected students and their parents and will continue to monitor students' health.

Jan 20, 2026

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