Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

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67-Year-Old Man Rushed to Hospital Following Lorry-Motorcycle Crash in Singapore

SCDF stated that the male motorcyclist, age 67, was transported to Changi General Hospital while conscious.

Nov 14, 2025

Road accident

Singapore: Elderly Man, 69, Found Dead After Body Discovered Floating Near Esplanade

The police said that a paramedic from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) declared the man dead at the scene.

Nov 14, 2025

Singapore: 35-Year-Old Malaysian Man Arrested for Alleged Role in Government Official Impersonation Scams

In Singapore, the offence carries a penalty of up to 10 years' jail, a fine of up to S$500,000, or both.

Nov 14, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore Police Arrest 32-Year-Old Woman for Loan Shark-Related Harassment

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.

Nov 14, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 22 Suspects Investigated After Islandwide Raid on Illegal Activities in Geylang

The SPF said that the coordinated efforts aimed to curb a range of illegal and criminal activities in Singapore.

Nov 13, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 2 Men Arrested Within Four Hours for Assaulting Couple with Dangerous Weapon

If found guilty, they could face up to seven years in jail, a fine, caning, or a combination of these penalties.

Nov 13, 2025

Singapore crime

Brazilian Man, 34, Arrested in Singapore for Allegedly Holding Cloned ATM Cards

Preliminary investigations revealed that the man had allegedly attempted to use 15 cloned ATM cards to make cash withdrawals.

Nov 13, 2025

Singapore crime

Filipino Woman Charged in Singapore for Using Fake PayNow Screenshots to Cheat Restaurants of Over S$9,000 Worth of Food

The woman also acknowledged stealing approximately S$739 worth of groceries in November 2024 from a Bedok Giant supermarket.

Nov 12, 2025

Singapore crime

Vietnam Expects Tariff Agreement Soon as US Pushes to Shrink Trade Deficit

Son called on American companies to assist in bilateral talks so that the two sides could "soon sign a fair and balanced trade agreement."

Nov 12, 2025

Singapore Cleaner Discovers Over 100 Vapes Hidden in Tampines Electrical Riser; HSA Launches Investigation

Reports stated that the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) is investigating the matter further with the police.

Nov 12, 2025

Singapore crime

Over 180 Bank Accounts Frozen, S$486,000 Seized in Islandwide Scam Crackdown in Singapore

Those convicted of facilitating unauthorised access to computer material may face up to two years' jail, a fine of up to S$5,000, or both for a first offence.

Nov 12, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: Two People Hospitalised After BKE Accident; Driver Assisting Police with Investigations

Reports stated that a 27-year-old motorcyclist and his 26-year-old female pillion were taken conscious to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.

Nov 12, 2025

Road accident

Australian Woman Arrested at Singapore's Changi Airport for Allegedly Stealing S$500 Worth of Supplements

The Australian woman faces a maximum sentence of seven years in prison, a fine, or both if found guilty.

Nov 12, 2025

Singapore crime

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

Singapore: 27-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies Following Collision with Car on PIE; Driver in Custody

A 31-year-old driver was taken into custody by the police for causing death by driving without due consideration.

Nov 11, 2025

Road accident

Vietnam Poised for 7.7% Growth in 2025 as PM Says Economy can Withstand Global Headwinds

Singapore's United Overseas Bank said Vietnam's economy is expected to grow at a 7.85 percent annual rate in the first three quarters of 2025.

Nov 11, 2025

91 People Under Investigation for Suspected Unlicensed Moneylending in Singapore

Foreigners found to have borrowed from or helped unlicensed moneylenders may have their work or student passes revoked and face deportation from Singapore.

Nov 11, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore Police Arrest 22-Year-Old Man Within 20 Hours of Robbery Case Involving Injury

A minimum of 12 canings and a maximum of 20 years in prison are punishments for the offense.

Nov 11, 2025

Singapore crime

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

Singapore-Bound Ferry from Batam Collides with Tanker; MPA Says No Injuries Reported

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said that all seven crew members and passengers on the ferry disembarked safely at HarbourFront Centre.

Nov 11, 2025

NEA Burial Operations Officer Charged Over Alleged S$21,000 Bribery Case in Singapore

A violation of Section 6 of the Prevention of Corruption Act is punishable by a maximum jail sentence of five years and a fine of up to S$100,000.

Nov 10, 2025

Singapore crime

Vietnam's Fruit, Vegetable Exports Hit Record US$7 Billion in First 10 Months

The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association claims that strategic fruits like durian, bananas, mangoes, jackfruit, coconut, and pomelo have been key to the sector's expansion.

Nov 10, 2025

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