Articles by Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Innocent people and children killed in Philippines drug war are 'collateral damage', says Duterte

Children killed in drug war are collateral damage says Philippines' Duterte

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte says police can kill hundreds of civilians without criminal liability.

Oct 17, 2016

At least 14 dead, scores missing in Myanmar ferry sinking

Myanmar ferry sinks: More than 100 feared dead, 32 bodies recovered from Chindwin River

Authorities say a total of 154 people have been rescued but they fear the death toll could reach 100.

Oct 17, 2016

Singapore-flagged vessel detained by Indonesian navy for smuggling goods

Indonesian navy detains Singapore vessel for smuggling goods in Batam waterway

The LCT Emperor was allegedly used for smuggling used television sets, refrigerators and other household items on Sunday.

Oct 17, 2016

At least 21 die in massive floods in central Vietnam; alert issued for typhoon Sarika

The authorities say Typhoon Sarika is expected to hit the Quang Binh province by Wednesday.

Oct 17, 2016

Philippine President Duterte apologises to Jews for Hitler remark

Duterte says he did not intend to derogate the memory of slain Jews.

Oct 3, 2016

25-year-old man dies after crashing car into divider on East Coast Road

The Singapore Civil Defence Force says the man was trapped inside the car and they had to extricate him.

Oct 3, 2016

Seven easy tips to maintain your oral health and flaunt a beautiful smile

7 easy tips to maintain your oral health and flaunt a beautiful smile

Here are some easy ways to prevent problems like bad breath, gum problems or diabetes

Oct 3, 2016

Diabetes

Typhoon Namtheun: Japan on high alert for yet another typhoon

Japan on high alert as 'very strong' typhoon approaches: JMA

The Japan Meteorological Agency says the storm is expected to hit Honshu on Tuesday after slamming into Okinawa.

Oct 3, 2016

PM Lee to visit India from 3 October, will meet Narendra Modi

PM Lee embarks on 5-day India trip, will meet Narendra Modi

The Prime Minister's Office says both the Prime Ministers will witness the exchange of three MOUs marking the cooperation in the fields of industrial property and skills development.

Oct 3, 2016

Malaysia: Seven more rotavirus cases detected in Kedah; total reaches up to 24

Authorities say seven people, who were detected with the virus were aged between 10-months-old and 29 years old.

Oct 3, 2016

Abu Sayyaf kills another Canadian hostage for deadline lapse

Abu Sayyaf militants free three Indonesian hostages

Authorities say the handover was done through Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) group.

Oct 2, 2016

Singaporean climber falls into ravine while climbing Mount Kinabalu

Authorities say the man was reported missing while his training for the Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon.

Oct 2, 2016

China landslides kill at least 8, still 19 people missing

China landslides: At least 8 dead in Zhejiang province, 19 remain missing

4,000 rescue workers with 180 diggers are still looking for survivors but work is being hindered by persistent rain and poor road conditions.

Oct 2, 2016

Malaysia's stock exchange receives bomb threat, building evacuated

Authorities say there was no major incident.

Sep 30, 2016

Thailand health ministry confirms 2 cases of Zika-linked microcephaly

The health ministry says the number of Zika virus cases are stable in Thailand.

Sep 30, 2016

Philippines: President Duterte equates himself to Hitler, wants to kill millions of drug users

Duterte says he would like to finish the problem of his country and save the next generation from perdition.

Sep 30, 2016

S. Korean coastguard kills 3 Chinese fishermen in confrontation over illegal fishing

Authorities say a Chinese boat burst into flames as the South Korean coastguard tried to apprehend them for illegal fishing.

Sep 30, 2016

China asks Singapore to "respect" its position on South China Sea ruling

China armed forces warn Japan against joint South China Sea patrols with US

Chinese Defence Ministry spokesman says Japan is constantly trying to stir things up in South China Sea for its own purposes.

Sep 29, 2016

AirAsia alerts public on online scam claiming to give free flight tickets

Thai AirAsia flight delays departure after staff mistake sex toy for bomb

Authorities say a buzzing sex toy in one of the luggages was mistaken for an explosive device.

Sep 29, 2016

South Australia restores power amidst more storm threats

Jay Weatherill, South Australia's Premier says 90 per cent of power has been restored to homes.

Sep 29, 2016

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