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Following the death of Ratan Tata, the revered figurehead of Indian industry, his half-brother, Noel Tata, has stepped into the role of chairperson of Tata Trusts. This appointment places him at the helm of a philanthropic powerhouse that exerts considerable influence over the vast Tata business empire. Noel Tata, 67, is the son of Naval […]

Sanjay Kumar Verma went to Canada as the Indian High Commissioner with a mission to demand Ottawa get tough on Sikh-Canadian activists who wanted to see a separate state of Khalistan carved out of Punjab, says The Globe and Mail, a Canadian newspaper. His picture and brief resume still appear on the High Commission website, […]

Delhi has accused Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of “hostility to India” in a strongly worded statement after a tit-for-tat expulsion of diplomats. The expulsions follow a secret meeting between the Indian and Canadian national security advisers in Singapore, according to the Washington Post. Canada expelled six Indian diplomats, including the High Commissioner, and India […]

A meetup in Tokyo hosted by the popular Israeli-Palestinian vlogger Nuseir Yassin, known as Nas Daily, was disrupted by pro-Palestinian activists who accused him of whitewashing Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip. The event, intended as a gathering for fans and followers, quickly turned into a heated confrontation. An influencer who’s pro-genocide? Demonstrators, holding signs […]

BANGKOK — In an extraordinary tale of international travel and animal fascination, Molly, an American woman, embarked on an 18.5-hour journey from New York to Thailand. Her destination? To witness the adorable charm of Moo Deng, the celebrated baby pygmy hippo at Khao Kheow Open Zoo. Molly’s excitement was palpable as she shared her journey […]

America is showing the depth of its commitment to Israel’s defence by deploying one of its most powerful missile defence systems there. The Ukrainians want the Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) system, too, but they have yet to get it. About 100 American troops will be sent to Israel to operate the THAAD battery, […]

Chinese armed forces launched a new round of war games, completely surrounding Taiwan island,  on Monday (October 14). The military exercise was intended to “send a stern warning to Taiwan independence separatists”, said China’s Global Times, quoting a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) spokesman. PLA ground forces, as well as naval, air force and rocket force […]

Singaporeans are among the highest per-capita users of ChatGPT, OpenAI said in a statement announcing it will be opening its second Asia office in Singapore before the end of this year. However, exact figures for paying subscribers in Singapore are not publicly available, said ChatGPT when asked online by this correspondent. It could only say: […]

Singaporeans find Sofia Vergara’s accent the most difficult to understand In a recent survey conducted by Preply, an online English lessons provider, over 1,500 Singaporeans shared their insights into the world of subtitles and their impact on language learning. The results reveal a fascinating trend — Singaporeans are turning to subtitles not just for entertainment, […]

Ratan Tata, the reserved yet influential Indian industrialist who transformed his family’s sprawling business house into a global powerhouse while maintaining its reputation for ethical leadership and philanthropy, died on Wednesday in Mumbai. He was 86. The Tata Group announced his death in a statement. Tata, who never married, had been receiving treatment in a […]

Former Singapore diplomat Kishore Mahbubani says the United States has made a big mistake by launching a contest with China without a long-term, comprehensive strategy. Instead of obsessing over how to stop China from becoming the world’s leading power, Washington should consider how to adjust to such a scenario, he says in an interview with […]

Chinese authorities are reportedly requiring a growing number of teachers and public sector employees to hand in their passports and giving local officials the power to decide who can travel abroad. The move coincides with President Xi Jinping’s bid to increase state control, combat official corruption and bolster national security, reports the Financial Times. Facing […]

Nestled in the heart of Siem Reap, The Aviary Hotel emerges as a serene haven, a sophisticated urban oasis that pays homage to nature and Cambodia’s rich tapestry of traditional crafts. A world of luxury and warmth This eco-friendly retreat, with its 43 thoughtfully designed rooms, invites guests into a world of luxury and warmth, […]

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu snubbed India and courted China like his predecessor, Abdulla Yameen. A few months ago, he forced India to withdraw its small military contingent, which was mostly involved in medical evacuations and maritime surveillance. But now he has agreed to let Indian “defence platforms and assets” be deployed on the islands again, […]

The terrible suffering of the Palestinians, dying in their thousands in the war in Gaza, has shocked the world. But the deaths and devastation have had no effect on the adversaries. The Israelis continue to bomb and strafe Gaza while Hamas expresses no qualms about the murderous attack it launched on October 7 last year, […]