SUPPORT FROM OPPOSITION LEADER Caste data was last collected as part of the official census exercise in 1931, during British colonial rule that ended with Indian independence 16 years later.Successive governments have since resisted updating the sensitive demographic data, citing administrative complexity and fears of social unrest.A caste survey was…
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SINGAPORE: Candidate for Sembawang West SMC Poh Li San urged residents to back “steady, trusted leadership”, promising to double down on key priorities if elected. Speaking at a rally held at Evergreen Primary School on Wednesday evening (Apr 30), Ms Poh said: “If you give me the honour of continuing to serve you, here’s what we will do together: We will double down on what matters most.” She promised voters that the estate will be…
The party has contested in the area, specifically in Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC, for almost two…
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s trade-reliant economy grew at its fastest pace in a year in the first…
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SINGAPORE: A co-driver with one hand on the steering wheel and one foot on the pedal makes for a dangerous ride, but if the car crashes, it is the main driver who will be made to bear the responsibility, said Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on Wednesday (Apr 30). Speaking…
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BEIJING: China on Wednesday (Apr 30) warned Germany against “smearing and vilifying” it after a former aide to a scandal-hit lawmaker from the far-right AfD party was charged over spying on behalf of Beijing. The alleged spy, named by prosecutors as Jian G, is suspected of working with Chinese intelligence since…
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LONDON :British retailer Marks & Spencer said on Tuesday some stores have been left short of some food items as it continues to grapple with a “cyber incident”.M&S, one of the best known names in British business, stopped taking clothing and home orders through its website and app last Friday…
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TRIED AND TESTED FOR SINGAPORE LIFE Whether you’re a busy professional looking to relax after a long day, a parent keeping floors clean for a curious toddler or a paw-rent to a very fluffy friend, the EvoPower range of vacuum cleaners helps make cleaning easier and more efficient. With four…
