Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

Duo Arrested in Singapore for Involvement in Loan Shark Harassment Case

Loan shark harassment is punishable by a fine of S$5,000 to S$50,000, up to five years in jail, and up to six canings for first-time offenders.

Sep 29, 2025

Singapore crime

Singaporean Woman, 29, Arrested for Hurling Verbal Abuse at Police During Second Link Roadblock in Malaysia

The case is being investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code, which prohibits preventing a public servant from performing their duties.

Sep 29, 2025

Fire breaks out at Singapore's Woodlands Evangelical Free Church

The SCDF used a water jet to put out the fire that was affecting the audio system in the fourth-floor auditorium of the church.

Sep 29, 2025

8 People Arrested for Using Shell Companies to Secure SIM Cards for Crime Rings in Singapore

The operation was carried out by Anti-Scam Command officers and targeted shell companies that had been registering post-paid corporate SIM cards.

Sep 27, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 16 Nabbed in Police Raids on Entertainment Outlets for Vape Possession

According to the Tobacco Act, the 16 offenders, who ranged in age from 21 to 50, were fined for owning vapes.

Sep 27, 2025

Singapore crime

Singaporean Man, 40, Jailed for Using Fake PayNow Screenshots 116 Times to Buy Cigarettes

According to the court, Razali "still wanted to smoke cigarettes" despite experiencing financial difficulties in July 2024.

Sep 27, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 57-Year-Old Mother Faces Charges After Allegedly Exposing Herself to Teen Son

The woman may face a maximum two-year jail sentence and a fine if found guilty of sexually exposing herself to her son.

Sep 26, 2025

Singapore crime

Yishun Knife Attack: Neighbour Charged for Alleged Murder of Mother of Two

Koh Ah Hwee is charged with killing 30-year-old Vietnamese national Nguyen Phuong Tra outside a sixth-floor apartment building.

Sep 26, 2025

Singapore crime

UOA Expands Footprint in Vietnam with $68 Million Ho Chi Minh City Deal

UOA's portfolio in Vietnam consists of Grade A office buildings in the Phu My Hung urban area, including Millennial Tower and UOA Tower.

Sep 26, 2025

LTA Nabs 9 Drivers in Singapore for Illegal Ride-Hailing; Vehicles Impounded

On September 26, Senior Minister of State for Transportation Sun Xueling announced on Facebook that these drivers would face charges for operating unlawful ride-hailing services.

Sep 26, 2025

Singapore: 30-Year-Old Woman Charged for Possessing Kpods Intended for Sale

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said in a statement that Eng was arrested on September 23 during an enforcement operation at her home in Punggol Field.

Sep 26, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 10 Rushed to Hospital, 90 Evacuated After Fire Breaks out at Ang Mo Kio HDB Block Involving Mobility Aid

The paramedics were observed providing medical care to a few individuals in a cordoned-off area at the base of the block.

Sep 26, 2025

Malaysian Man on Death Row Gets Temporary Reprieve as Singapore Halts Execution

Lawyer N Surendran, who represents the inmate's family, said they received a call from the prison after midnight informing them of the matter.

Sep 25, 2025

Singapore crime

Man Arrested for Stealing Items Worth Over S$2,600 at Singapore's Changi Airport

The 45-year-old man could be fined, imprisoned for up to seven years, or both if found guilty of theft in residence.

Sep 25, 2025

Singapore crime

Jurassic Surprise: Scientists Reveal Brand-New Dinosaur from Argentina

Researchers said that they found arm, leg, and tail bones from the Lago Colhue Huapi rock formation in Patagonia, along with a portion of a skull.

Sep 25, 2025

Three New Fake Bulk Order Scams Involving MINDEF, SAF Impersonators Reported in Singapore

Fake bulk orders targeting Singaporean businesses have been on the rise, with people posing as SAF members.

Sep 25, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore to Launch Digital Halal Certificates with QR Codes from Oct 1

MUIS said the improved framework will apply thorough assessment and evaluation and offer more transparency on qualifying criteria.

Sep 24, 2025

Vietnam President Luong Cuong Calls on US Businesses to Strengthen Ties with Vietnam

The President reaffirmed that Vietnam would provide the best environment for US investors to carry out long-term business in the nation.

Sep 24, 2025

Scientists Just Uncovered a Gigantic Cosmic Link Between Two Dwarf Galaxies

The observed gas dynamics were largely influenced by the tidal forces between these galaxies as well as their closeness to the massive Virgo cluster of galaxies.

Sep 24, 2025

Space

Elderly Man Arrested for Stabbing Woman to in Singapore's Yishun Noise Dispute

The police said a 31-year-old Vietnamese woman passed away after being brought to the hospital unconscious.

Sep 24, 2025

Singapore crime

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