New Delhi: Tharman Shanmugaratnam, the new president of Singapore, has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulating him on winning the elections. Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Shanmugaratnam said, “@narendramodi ...
Singapore: Jail for Filipino maid who stole from boss, then from a roommate at shelter
SINGAPORE: A maid who stole from her employer continued her thieving ways in a shelter where she stayed after her boss alerted the police about the helper’s earlier theft. Jennifer Lamboson stole $2,300 worth of jewellery from her roommate in the shelter ...
Singapore Food Agency unveils options to boost output under Lim Chu Kang area masterplan
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Home to a myriad of farms, Lim Chu Kang could soon become a high-tech, sprawling district producing leafy vegetables, mushrooms and fish in a climate-resilient, energy-efficient way. Offering a peek into the future ...
In Singapore, supporters greet President-elect Tharman on victory parade with cheers, handshakes and pineapples
For Yio Chu Kang resident Leanne Chia, 58, the photo she snapped with President-elect Tharman Shanmugaratnam today (September 2) morning was worth
The UAE and Singapore: countries with much in common
They are separated by an ocean and nearly 6,000 kilometres, but the UAE and Singapore have more in common than one may think. This week, Singapore's former deputy prime minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam was elected president.
From Singapore to US, Indian-origin leaders leave their mark on political sphere
According to the 2021 Indiaspora Government Leaders List, more than 200 leaders of Indian heritage have ascended to the highest echelons of public service in 15 countries across the globe.
We Art Studio Launches in Orchard, Singapore: A New Hub for Art Enthusiasts of All Ages
A new professional art studio in Orchard, Singapore, announces its grand opening with diverse art classes and workshops for all ages. Inspired by the Korean art curriculum, the studio offers unique teaching methods in printmaking, painting, and portfolio ...
Aseana Partners Unveils AI-Powered Wealth Management Solution Set to Redefine Financial Planning in Singapore
Singapore, Singapore, 1st Sep 2023 - Aseana Partners, a prominent player in Singapore's wealth management landscape, is set to disrupt the industry with the impending launch of its revolutionary AI-powered wealth management solution, InvestIQ AI.
Introducing our Singapore Race Collection
The Singapore Race Collection is now available, celebrating the unique race around Marina Bay, ahead of our visit to the Lion City in a couple of weeks. This smart cotton t-shirt is the perfect way to show your support ahead of one of the hottest races of the season.
Newly Elected Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam Joins Growing List Of Indian-Origin Leaders Dominating World Politics
With Tharman Shanmugaratnam winning Singapore's presidential election, he joins a long list of Indian-origin leaders who are dominating politics at important world capitals. Shanmugaratnam, 66, received 70.
PM Modi Congratulates Indian-Origin Leader On Election As Singapore President
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Tharman Shanmugaratnam on his election as president of Singapore. He said on X, "I look forward to working closely with you to further strengthen the India-Singapore Strategic Partnership. Hearty ...
Tharman Shanmugaratnam is Singapore’s new president; former senior minister scores landslide 70.4 per cent victory
SINGAPORE: Singaporeans have given Tharman Shanmugaratnam a resounding mandate to be Singapore’s ninth president. The 66-year-old former senior minister scored a big win with 70.4 per cent of the vote, while Ng Kok Song and Tan Kin Lian received 15.72 ...
Candidate close to establishment wins Singapore presidential race
A former member of Singapore's ruling party on Saturday scored a landslide victory to become the city-state's president, in an election seen as a barometer of public sentiment amid economic challenges and high-profile scandals.
Out in the World: Singapore transgender activist leads SF demonstration raising awareness of alleged Christian far-right’s attacks
Singaporean transgender activists claim they are fighting for their lives against the Southeast Asian country’s Christian far-right movement.
Singapore ex-deputy PM Shanmugaratnam elected president
Singapore's former deputy prime minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam was elected president Friday, comfortably securing victory in the city-state's first contested vote for the largely ceremonial position in more than a decade. Singaporeans headed to the polls ...
Singapore presidential polls close, Indian-origin ex-minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam in race
The polls ended with over 2.7 million voters casting their ballots. This was Singapore’s first presidential election in 12 years as the last one in 2017 – which was reserved for Malay candidates – was uncontested.