KMC Manipal MBBS Recognised for Singapore Registration

By BPN News Desk January 29, 2026

Health

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal has received recognition from the Singapore Medical Council for its MBBS qualification. The approval allows graduates of KMC Manipal to be eligible for medical registration in Singapore, subject to meeting local regulatory requirements. Effective Date and

International

Singapore Voices Concern Over US Venezuela Strategy

By BPN News Desk January 10, 2026

The Government of Singapore has expressed concern about recent United States actions regarding Venezuela, saying they could pose risks for small nations and the international order. Singapore’s senior leadership warned that moves by the US to influence Venezuela’s political and economic direction may set a precedent that worries smaller countries about their own

International

Singapore to Bar Ineligible Passengers Before Flights

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has reported that about 41,800 foreign travellers were denied entry into the country between January and November 2025 because they did not meet entry requirements. The figure is significantly higher than in previous years, reflecting both increased travel and stronger enforcement of immigration rules. ICA said a

National

PM Modi Thanks Singapore for Backing India’s Anti-Terror Fight

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong for offering condolences and support following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. He emphasized that both nations share common concerns about terrorism and should respond together. Shared Concerns on Terrorism At a bilateral meeting, Modi stated that it is the responsibility of all

National

Singapore to Announce $4.6B Investment in India

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Singapore is set to unveil an investment plan in India worth $4.6 billion during the third India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR), ahead of an expected state visit by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Focus Areas and Deals About 10 memorandums of understanding are expected to be signed, covering advanced manufacturing, green energy, connectivity, skills training,

International

Singapore’s Pritam Singh Fined for Perjury in Parliament

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2025

Indian-origin politician Pritam Singh has been fined SGD 14,000 for perjury in Singapore. The ruling was delivered following an investigation into false statements made in Parliament. False Statements Lead to Legal Consequences The case against Singh stems from a controversy involving misleading statements in the Singaporean Parliament. Authorities found that he had made

Economy

Singapore Eyes Investment Opportunities in India’s Expanding Economy

By Editor - News Desk January 12, 2025

Singapore identifies investment prospects in India's rapidly growing economy, focusing on sectors like technology, infrastructure, and finance.