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Katherine Birbalsingh, Indian-origin school principal, wins UK legal challenge over prayer ban
Katherine Birbalsingh, often referred to as “Britain’s strictest headmistress”, welcomed the ruling that upheld her ban on prayer rituals, after a Muslim pupil sought to legally challenge it as discriminatory.
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Indian national awaiting deportation from US dies in hospital
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Apple CEO Tim Cook visits Singapore, as company unveils USD 250 million plan for Ang Mo Kio campus
The online news room on the Apple website published digital rendering of the expanded Ang Mo Kio campus. Its press release was headlined: ‘Apple builds on 40 years in Singapore with expanded campus’.
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US vetoes Palestine’s request for full membership in United Nations
The draft resolution is among the shortest in the Council’s history: “The Security Council, having examined the application of the State of Palestine for admission to the United Nations (S/2011/592), recommends to the General Assembly that the State of Palestine be admitted to membership in the United Nations.”
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Andhra Pradesh-born US entrepreneur Gopi Thotakura to become first Indian space tourist
The Indian-born entrepreneur is the co-founder of Preserve Life Corp, a centre for holistic wellness and applied health, located near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
India will reach zero hunger before 2047, says co-founder of Akshaya Patra, marking 4 billion meals
Chanchalapathi Dasa was in the US recently to participate in a UN event to commemorate the Akshaya Patra Foundation’s milestone of serving 4 billion meals.
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26th edition of SWF ends with community karaoke, Pooja Nansi bids adieu as festival director
It’s one for the books for the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF), as the 26th edition of the festival concluded with about 200 free and ticketed events for festivalgoers to enjoy. Befitting of this year’s theme, Plot Twist, festivalgoers were in for a ride with unconventional programmes such as a Hip Hop 50th anniversary series, combat […]
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Mesmerising autumn season attracts tourists in Kashmir
The mesmerising autumn season has yet again become a major tourist attraction in Kashmir. Tourists from various parts of India visit the valley during the time of year.
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Know your awards: Indian civilian honours
Know your awards: India is one of the oldest civilisations in the world. The history of the nation reflects the rich culture and heritage of the country. Know about Indian awards here.
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Eid Al Adha celebrated across India
Devotees gathered across India to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakra Eid, Bakrid, Eid al-Adha, Eid Qurban, or Qurban Bayaram.
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Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security after two-year hiatus
After a gap of two years, the Amarnath Yatra began amid tight security arrangements from Pahalgam, Kashmir.
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Five most popular panoramas in India
New research using travel platform TripAdvisor's data has revealed the most popular views and scenic locations in India and around the world.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook visits Singapore, as company unveils USD 250 million plan for Ang Mo Kio campus
The online news room on the Apple website published digital rendering of the expanded Ang Mo Kio campus. Its press release was headlined: ‘Apple builds on 40 years in Singapore with expanded campus’.
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Singapore Police work with Hong Kong and Korean agencies to nab 272 in child sexual offence rackets
The arrests were made between February 26 and March 29, and those arrested were aged between 12 and 73 years, according to an SPF media release issued in April.
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Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong to hand over charge to DPM Lawrence Wong on May 15; urges “full support” for “4G team”
DPM Wong, who is very active on social media, put out an Instagram post following the announcement on X by PM Lee.
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Singapore to welcome Pope Francis in September during pontiff’s South-East Asia journey
Singapore Minister Edwin Tong posted on Instagram that he had met Pope Francis in January 2022 and they had discussed a papal visit to the island nation.
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Singapore named Asia’s smartest city, Zurich leads global chart
As per the IMD website, 142 cities were accessed based on five key areas: Health and safety, Mobility, Activities, Opportunities, and Governance.
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Singapore sets SGD 2,000 as first-offence fine for all, including students, caught with e-vaporisers
Overall, from January 1 to March 31, 2024, more than 2,200 individuals have been caught for possession or use of e-vaporisers in Singapore.
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Hard Rock legends Deep Purple to headline Singapore Rockfest 2024 in May
Deep Purple has stayed true to its roots, taking from an eclectic mix of styles to create a distinct sound that defines the band today.
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Celebrate Dragon Boat Festival with rice dumplings at Raffles Hotel Singapore
Discover tantalising and freshly crafted rice dumpling interpretations, expertly curated by MasterChef Jereme Leung. Conceptualised with an artful blend of traditional and unique ingredients, these rice dumpling creations promise to captivate the senses this season.
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Singapore tourism: New attraction Sensoryscape ups the pleasure quotient of Sentosa Island
With its 350-metre walkway, Sensoryscape acts as a connector between Resorts World Sentosa and Sentosa beaches.
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Katherine Birbalsingh, Indian-origin school principal, wins UK legal challenge over prayer ban
Katherine Birbalsingh, often referred to as “Britain’s strictest headmistress”, welcomed the ruling that upheld her ban on prayer rituals, after a Muslim pupil sought to legally challenge it as discriminatory.
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Substantial increase in attack on Hindus in US, says PIO Congressman Shri Thanedar
Thanedar and four other Indian-American lawmakers have recently written to the US Department of Justice seeking an investigation into the recent surge in attacks on Hindu temples and places of worship.
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Andhra Pradesh-born US entrepreneur Gopi Thotakura to become first Indian space tourist
The Indian-born entrepreneur is the co-founder of Preserve Life Corp, a centre for holistic wellness and applied health, located near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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Band of doctors: Fronted by a British Indian NHS doc, Gulz is touring the United Kingdom
The lead singer and songwriter is now busy rehearsing with his four bandmates for their next live gig in Birmingham on March 16.
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Indian diaspora in Mexico gets new Ram Temple, with pran pratishtha by American priest
The priest, of Caucasian appearance but dressed in the traditional clothes of an Indian purohit (priest), garlanded three small statues of Ram, Sita, and Lakshman.
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Indian-American Preesha Chakraborty, aged 9, named in world’s brightest students list
Preesha is a Warm Spring Elementary school student in Fremont, California, and she took the US-based Johns Hopkins Center’s test in the summer of 2023 as a Grade 3 student, said a media release.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook visits Singapore, as company unveils USD 250 million plan for Ang Mo Kio campus
The online news room on the Apple website published digital rendering of the expanded Ang Mo Kio campus. Its press release was headlined: ‘Apple builds on 40 years in Singapore with expanded campus’.
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Sugar in baby food scandal: Indian regulator starts probing alleged Nestlé double standard
The Swiss multinational food and drink processing conglomerate is facing accusation of selling baby food with added sugar in India, Africa and Latin America, while the same product in Europe differs.
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Tesla to part ways with 10 percent of its workforce
Automobile major Tesla to part ways with 10 percent of its workforce
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South Korean tech giant Samsung overtakes Apple to regain top spot as world’s largest smartphone brand in Q1 2024
Samsung topple Apple
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