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Singapore PM Wong Explains Faishal's Resignation, Citing Equal Standards
Politicschannel-news-asia27d ago

Singapore PM Wong Explains Faishal's Resignation, Citing Equal Standards

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stated that no exception could be made for Faishal over his resignation, emphasizing that the same standards apply to all People's Action Party (PAP) Members of Parliament. Minister K. Shanmugam added that Faishal's online replies were 'objectively inappropriate and questionable' and that he was given a fair hearing.

Three AIADMK MLAs Resign and Join Vijay's TVK Party
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesndtv2mo ago3 sources

Three AIADMK MLAs Resign and Join Vijay's TVK Party

Three Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from the AIADMK party have resigned and joined Vijay's TVK party, marking a significant setback for AIADMK. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has criticized TVK, while AIADMK leader EPS has alleged a pre-planned conspiracy and horse-trading.

AIADMK Sacks Rival Faction Leaders from Party Posts
Politicsindian-expressndtv3mo ago2 sources

AIADMK Sacks Rival Faction Leaders from Party Posts

The AIADMK party has removed rival faction leaders, including SP Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam, from their party posts. This decision follows a pro-Vijay vote and indicates internal power struggles within the party.

Rift Widens in AIADMK as Senior Leaders Hold Separate Meetings
PoliticsTimes of India3mo ago

Rift Widens in AIADMK as Senior Leaders Hold Separate Meetings

The AIADMK party is experiencing a deepening internal conflict, with senior leaders C Ve Shanmugam and S P Velumani holding separate meetings with MLAs, reportedly gaining significant support, while a separate district secretaries meeting also took place.

Singapore Home Team to Launch Satellite, Develop AI and Robots
Sciencestraits-timeschannel-news-asia3mo ago2 sources

Singapore Home Team to Launch Satellite, Develop AI and Robots

Singapore's Home Team is embarking on a technological advancement initiative, including the development of a space satellite, humanoid robots, and artificial intelligence. The first satellite is slated for launch in 2029, primarily to detect hazardous gas plumes.

CPI(M) Demands Fair Share of Seats in DMK Alliance
Politicshindu5mo ago

CPI(M) Demands Fair Share of Seats in DMK Alliance

CPI(M) leader Shanmugam stated that if the Congress and DMDK parties are allocated more seats, his party, CPI(M), should also receive its fair share in the DMK-led alliance for the upcoming elections, having already conveyed their stance to the seat-sharing committee.

Singapore Ministers Address Bloomberg Defamation Case Ruling
Worldchannel-news-asia1mo ago

Singapore Ministers Address Bloomberg Defamation Case Ruling

Singapore's Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam and Manpower Minister Tan See Leng commented on the High Court's ruling in a defamation case involving Bloomberg and The New York Times, emphasizing that freedom of expression does not cover false, defamatory allegations.

AIADMK party faces internal turmoil as leaders trade accusations
PoliticsTimes of India3mo ago

AIADMK party faces internal turmoil as leaders trade accusations

India's AIADMK party is experiencing internal turmoil as Edappadi Palaniswami and rebel leader C Ve Shanmugam exchange accusations of anti-party activities. Palaniswami has removed several leaders, including Shanmugam and S P Velumani, for allegedly supporting a rival government.

Telco Sector Targeted by Cyber Attackers, Advised on AI Risks
Businesschannel-news-asia3mo ago

Telco Sector Targeted by Cyber Attackers, Advised on AI Risks

Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has issued an advisory to telecommunication companies, highlighting the sector as a "high-value target" for cyber attackers and emphasizing the urgent risks posed by frontier AI. Firms are urged to implement protective measures.

Singapore Expresses Concern Over Malaysian Interference in Its Politics
Worldstraits-timeschannel-news-asia4mo ago2 sources

Singapore Expresses Concern Over Malaysian Interference in Its Politics

Singapore's Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam stated that Singapore is increasingly observing individuals from different parts of Malaysian society attempting to intervene in its politics and policies, citing a Malaysian activist who was refused entry for inciting law-breaking and violence.

Singapore warns ‘action will be taken’ against citizens fighting for foreign causes
PoliticsSCMP5mo ago

Singapore warns ‘action will be taken’ against citizens fighting for foreign causes

Action will be taken against any Singaporean who fights overseas in foreign causes, Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam has said, emphasising the importance of racial and religious harmony in maintaining peace in Singapore. He also noted the critical role of religious and community leaders who help set the tone for harmony in Singapore. Shanmugam, who is also Minister for Home Affairs, was speaking at a fast-breaking session co-organised by Khadijah Mosque and the Religiou...

Singapore Court Orders Bloomberg to Pay Damages in Defamation Case
BusinessBBCbloombergNYT+5SCMPjerusalem-postndtvchannel-news-asiaVnExpress1mo ago8 sources

Singapore Court Orders Bloomberg to Pay Damages in Defamation Case

A Singapore court has ordered Bloomberg and one of its reporters to pay S$230,000 each in damages to two Singaporean ministers, K. Shanmugam and Tan See Leng, in a defamation case. The ministers stated they would donate the awarded damages to charity, emphasizing the lawsuit was to protect integrity.

Singapore to Regulate Blind Boxes and Trading Cards
Culturechannel-news-asia3mo ago

Singapore to Regulate Blind Boxes and Trading Cards

Singapore's Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam stated that the country will regulate the sale of blind boxes and trading card packs, but sellers will not be required to open sealed boxes and sell individual items.