The four-day multi-agency operation in Singapore targeted illicit activities at various public entertainment outlets, massage establishments, residential units, and commercial units located in the vicinity of Orchard Road, Whampoa, Toa Payoh, Novena, Balestier, Kim Keat Road, and Robertson Quay.
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Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh loses appeal against conviction for lying to parliament committee
The 49-year-old Indian-origin secretary-general of the Workers’ Party (WP) was convicted in February in connection with the case involving former party member Raeesah Khan, who had admitted to making untruthful statements in Parliament. Khan later resigned from Parliament.
Piyush Gupta speaks of “exciting India story” as new India chairman of Singapore state investor Temasek
Quoting the Singapore state investor, Reuters said that in his non-executive role, Gupta would work with Ravi Lambah, Temasek’s head of India and strategic initiatives, “to shape investment strategies, support portfolio companies as they identify opportunities, and engage with government and business leaders in India”.
13 arrested as Singapore Police Force cracks down on illegal secret societies, raiding recreation spaces and nightlife hubs
About 40 public entertainment outlets, nightlife establishments and food & beverage outlets, as well as close to 100 persons were checked during the island-wide operation. Police investigations against the 13 men are ongoing, according to a media release.
Singapore’s CII Young Indians to boost youth exchanges, strengthen cultural and economic understanding
CII Yi Chairman Mohamed Irshad shared this on Tuesday, December 2, a day after hosting the first ‘Yi – India Singapore Youth Summit’ in Singapore.
Singapore to end performing artiste work permit scheme citing widespread abuse
As per the ministry, the scheme, which began in 2008, was meant to help licensed bars, hotels and nightclubs hire foreign performing artistes for short-term work of up to six months.
Emmy-winning comedian Vir Das brings ‘Hey Stranger’ tour to Singapore in May 2026
Vir has performed in over 180 shows across the globe, including a celebrated run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and headlines major stages from Carnegie Hall in New York to the Eventim Apollo in London.
SJI, Ray of Hope join hands to lead cricket tournament uniting migrant workers and youth in Singapore
The participants included migrant workers and students from colleges such as Tampines Meridian Junior College (TMJC) and St. Andrew’s Junior College.
Singapore hosts grand tribute for kathak maestro Dr Shovana Narayan
Organised by the Global Indian Cultural Centre (GICC) in collaboration with Praya Dance, the evening celebrated Dr Shovana’s lifelong contributions to classical arts and her influence on dancers across generations.
Singapore to ban smartphone use for secondary students outside lessons from 2026
The tightened rules cover times such as recess, co-curricular activities (CCAs), and other school periods outside regular lessons.
