24 June 2025
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In Pics: Yoga enthusiasts worldwide mark 11th International Day of Yoga
Recognising the universal appeal of the Indian spiritual and physical wellness practice, the UN proclaimed June 21 as the International Day of Yoga (IDY) in December 2014. The draft resolution for it was proposed by India and endorsed by a record 175 member states.
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Pakistan condemns US for striking Iran a day after nominating Donald Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Pakistan has condemned US after it bombed Iranian nuclear facility amid escalating tension in the Middle East.
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Russian strikes leave seven dead in Kyiv
Seven people died, and several others were injured, during an overnight Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv.
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Lawrence Wong reaffirms Singapore-China ties in first official visit as Prime Minister
During their meeting, Wong emphasised the importance of maintaining and nurturing the mutual trust and understanding that have long served as the foundation of the Singapore-China relationship.
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‘It altered the way I look at neurodivergent people’: Aamir Khan on the profound effect of Sitaare Zameen Par
On June 20, Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par hit the theatres. The movie, touted as a spiritual successor to Taare Zameen Par (2007) - shines the spotlight on people dealing with intellectual disabilities.
“We wish to create AI 171 trust for families of Air India plane crash victims,” says Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran
In an exclusive interview with Navika Kumar, Group Editor-in-Chief of Times Now and Times Now Navbharat, Chandrasekaran said, “It is an extremely difficult situation where I have no words to express, to console any of the families of those who died. I deeply regret that this accident happened in a Tata-run airline. And I feel very sorry. All we can do is to be with the families at this time, grieve with them and we will do everything to support them at this hour and beyond.”
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In Pics: Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, the Maha Kumbh Mela symbolises faith, devotion, and the eternal quest for moksha (liberation). Pilgrims from across India and the world gathered to take a holy dip in sacred rivers, seeking spiritual cleansing and liberation from past sins.
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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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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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Lawrence Wong reaffirms Singapore-China ties in first official visit as Prime Minister
During their meeting, Wong emphasised the importance of maintaining and nurturing the mutual trust and understanding that have long served as the foundation of the Singapore-China relationship.
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Singtel unveils global IoT solution With floLIVE and Lenovo Connect partnership
As part of the initiative, Singtel also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lenovo Connect, a global wireless service provider, to collaborate on IoT industry cooperation.
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Singapore-flagged ship fire partly contained; vessel drifting off Kerala coast
The other positive developments were the vessel's reduced speed, its offshore trajectory and current position at around 68.5 nautical miles off the Kerala coast, the report said.
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Singapore jails Indian woman for theft at Changi Airport, fines another
The sentencing was delivered on Monday, June 16, with one of the women receiving a jail term while the other was fined.
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Singapore’s 1880 club shuts abruptly, enters liquidation
Interestingly, Connected to India shot an exclusive interview of cricket icon Steve Waugh at 1880 just last week. Himanshu Verma, CEO and Founder of Connected to India, who was in conversation with the legend, expressed his shock at the recent development.
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Singapore, Indonesia deepen ties with clean energy MOUs and project ceremony
The Milestone Ceremony represents both nations’ intent to move forward with the implementation of these MOUs, supporting projects that align with their shared ambitions for sustainable economic growth.
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Sakura Afternoon Tea at Raffles Hotel Singapore celebrates Japan’s cherry blossoms
The Grand Lobby’s décor, featuring elegant Sakura tree displays, creates the perfect setting for this seasonal indulgence, offering guests a picturesque backdrop to capture unforgettable memories.
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Rainforest Wild Asia: Singapore’s newest wildlife adventure opens to the public
As the park celebrates its grand opening, it is expected to welcome approximately 900,000 visitors during its first year of operations.
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SGD-INR Hits 65: How to Make the Most of This Exchange Rate Spike
There was a frantic exchange of messages among NRI community in Singapore when one of person’s transferring cash back to India hit an exchange rate of INR 65 on the Western Union app.
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History made: Indian-origin Sareet Kaur Binning leads England U-16s in landmark moment for representation
Of Indian origin and Sikh, Binning’s appointment is being hailed as a breakthrough for representation in a sport where South Asian women have long remained on the margins. Despite making up nearly 15 percent of grassroots participation in the UK, South Asians account for less than 1 percent of players in the Women’s Super League — a glaring gap that Binning’s rise powerfully challenges.
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Chanel Global CEO Leena Nair honoured with Commander of the British Empire title
Before joining Chanel, Nair served as the youngest-ever Chief Human Resources Officer at Unilever. An alumna of the Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur, she has been recognised for her impact and leadership across industries.
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Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala makes history as first Indian-origin head of American Medical Association
He will serve as the 180th president of the organisation, which is the largest association of doctors and medical students in the United States. His election was announced during the AMA’s annual meeting held in Chicago.
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Indian-origin professor Rupa Marya sues US university over suspension for Gaza posts
Marya’s posts showed solidarity with hospitals and healthcare workers in Gaza, accusing Israel of attacking them. She also criticised Zionism, calling it a "supremacist, racist ideology" and linking it to problems in healthcare.
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Indian Americans win key Texas City Council races
Sanjay Singhal and Sukh Kaur, both Indian Americans, have won city council runoff elections in Texas, while Carol McCutcheon has been elected as Mayor of Sugar Land, a Houston suburb with a large Indian-origin popula
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13-year-old Indian American Faizan Zaki crowned champion of 2025 Scripps Spelling Bee
This was Faizan’s fourth time participating in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. A student of C.M. Rice Middle School, he had previously finished second in 2024 after a spell-off with Bruhat Soma.
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Singtel unveils global IoT solution With floLIVE and Lenovo Connect partnership
As part of the initiative, Singtel also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lenovo Connect, a global wireless service provider, to collaborate on IoT industry cooperation.
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Singapore’s 1880 club shuts abruptly, enters liquidation
Interestingly, Connected to India shot an exclusive interview of cricket icon Steve Waugh at 1880 just last week. Himanshu Verma, CEO and Founder of Connected to India, who was in conversation with the legend, expressed his shock at the recent development.
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Singapore Airlines shares fall after deadly Air India crash in Ahmedabad
The decline came a day after an Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad, India, killing over 270 people. The aircraft, which was headed to London, went down shortly after takeoff, crashing into a medical college complex. It was carrying 242 passengers and crew members.
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Axis Max Life names Sumit Madan as next CEO and MD
Since joining Axis Max Life in February 2024 as Chief Distribution Officer, Sumit has played a crucial role in driving the company’s growth and achieving important milestones. Under his leadership, the company moved up to the fourth position in the life insurance market during the financial year 2024-25 and entered the top three among private insurers in the second half of the year.
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