Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

Vietnam Emerges as Singapore's Third-Largest Seafood Supplier Amid Surge in Exports

The Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore has also played a key role as a bridge for bilateral trade connectivity, helping Vietnamese firms better understand market requirements and opportunities.

Dec 31, 2025

Vietnam's Fruit and Vegetable Exports Hit Record US$8.5B, Poised to Break US$10B Mark

Exports to the United States reached US$499.2 million, up 56%, while shipments to South Korea totalled US$284.2 million.

Dec 31, 2025

Singapore: Free early morning MRT rides extended to June 2017

Singapore: Construction of Brickland MRT Station to Start in 2026, Passenger Service Targeted for 2034

LTA announced that it has awarded a S$281 million (US$218.5 million) civil contract to Obayashi Corporation for the design and construction of the station.

Dec 31, 2025

Electricity, Gas Tariffs to Fall for Singapore Households in First Quarter of 2026

Both SP Group and City Energy review electricity and gas tariffs on a quarterly basis, following guidelines set by the Energy Market Authority.

Dec 31, 2025

Singaporean Singer JJ Lin Confirms Relationship in Rare Public Reveal at Mother's 70th Birthday Celebration

There were rumours earlier this year after the pair were reportedly spotted together in social settings with coordinated outfits adding to talk of a romance.

Dec 31, 2025

Malaysian Man, 22, Jailed for Role in Scam Syndicate that Duped 2 Women of Over S$190,000

Tharaneswaran Krishna pleaded guilty on Monday, December 29, to one charge of dealing with the benefits of criminal conduct.

Dec 31, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 6 Motorists to be Charged for Speeding in Heavy Vehicles Without Speed Limiters

As per Singapore law, the offence carries a maximum fine of S$1,000, a jail term of up to three months, or both.

Dec 30, 2025

Singapore crime

2026 Celestial Event: The Biggest, Brightest Moon of Winter is About to Rise — Don't Miss the Wolf Supermoon!

Together, these events make early January an ideal time for stargazing, with the wolf supermoon providing a dramatic opening act to 2026's-night sky.

Dec 30, 2025

Vietnam's Tra Fish Exports Set to Near $2.2B in 2025 as Brazil Emerges as Key Growth Market

On the supply side, Vietnam's tra fish output in 2025 is estimated at about 1.67 million tonnes.

Dec 30, 2025

Singapore: Malaysian Man, 24, Linked to Cambodia-Based Scam Syndicate Arrested at Woodlands Checkpoint

If convicted, Eugene Goh faces a potential jail term of up to five years, a fine of up to S$100,000, or both.

Dec 30, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 1 Hospitalised, 24 Evacuated After Fire Breaks Out in 16th-Floor Bukit Batok HDB Flat

The SCDF said that preliminary investigations indicate that the fire was likely caused by an electrical fault in the affected bedroom.

Dec 30, 2025

Over 950,000 Singapore HDB Households to Receive Utility and Conservancy Rebates in January

The U-Save and S&CC rebates are disbursed quarterly, in April, July, October and January each year.

Dec 30, 2025

Zubeen Garg Death Case: Coroner's Inquiry into Death of Indian Singer to be Held in Singapore on Jan 14

Indian singer Zubeen Garg was found unconscious and was rushed to hospital in Singapore, where he later died.

Dec 30, 2025

Singapore: 29-Year-Old Driver Hospitalised After Car Skids and Overturns in Katong

According to reports, the driver was conscious when she was conveyed to Tan Tock Seng Hospital for treatment.

Dec 30, 2025

Road accident

Over 55 Kg of Rhino Horns Seized in South Africa; 2 Nigerians Arrested in Singapore-Linked Operation

NParks said that the recovered wildlife products are believed to be linked to a wider international trafficking syndicate smuggling animal part from South Africa to foreign markets.

Dec 30, 2025

Singapore crime

Singapore: 2 Teens on PMD Rushed to Hospital After Collision with Car in Yishun

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said the two teenagers were taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for treatment.

Dec 30, 2025

Road accident

Singapore: 61-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in AYE Crash; Police Search for Prime Mover Involved

According to the Traffic Police's mid-year report released in August, there were 78 fatal accidents between January and June this year, up from 70 in the same period in 2024.

Dec 30, 2025

Road accident

Singapore: 41-Year-Old Caregiver Admits to Stealing from Elderly Patients, took S$10,000 Using Bank Card

Deputy Public Prosecutor Johan Tay sought a jail sentence of between nine months and one week and 10 months and three weeks.

Dec 29, 2025

Singapore crime