Singapore to send team to multinational Red Sea operation; impact on critical supplies 'limited' for now
SINGAPORE: Ongoing attacks on ships plying the Red Sea will likely affect global supply chains, but the immediate impact on Singapore is expected to be limited, said Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen on Tuesday (Jan 9). “Based on the current situation, the immediate impact on Singapore is expected to be limited as the majority of our critical supplies, such as food and pharmaceuticals, are delivered via air freight or do not pass through the Red Sea,” he told parliament. Local manufacturers appear to have sufficient spare inventory to hedge against supply disruptions, although they are worried about the increases in business costs, the minister added. Prior to the attacks, around 60 ships pass through the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea daily, but the number has dropped by about a third in recent weeks. Singapore-registered ships have also been affected, with the number of daily transits through the Red Sea now approximately halved, Dr Ng said.
Source:The Guardian
January 09, 2024 14:28 UTC
Upcoming Tata Punch EV variants-wise features and colours
Tata Motors officially unveiled the forthcoming Punch EV a couple of days ago. Pre-orders for the all-electric mini SUV have commenced at a low cost of Rs 21,000 per. The Punch EV will be available in five different configurations: Smart, Smart+ Adventure, Empowered, and Empowered+. The subcompact electric SUV is available in five dual-tone colour schemes: Empowered Oxide, Seaweed, Fearless Red, Daytona Grey, and Pristine White, with a black roof and pillars. Tata Punch EV SmartLED headlampsSmart digital DRLsMulti-mode regen functionESPSix airbagsTata Punch EV Smart+Yet to be announcedTata Punch EV Adventure (in addition to features on Smart)Cruise controlFront fog lights with cornering functionSeven-inch touchscreen infotainment system by HarmanAndroid Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivityEPD with auto-hold function (long-range only)Jewelled control knob (long-range only)Sunroof (optional)Tata Punch EV Empowered (in addition to features on Adventure)16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheelsAir purifier with AQI displayAuto-folding ORVMsSeven-inch digital instrument cluster10.25-inch infotainment screenSOS functionSunroof (optional)Dual-tone body colourTata Punch EV Empowered+ (in addition to features on Empowered)Leatherette seats360-degree cameraBlind-spot view monitorVentilated front seatsWireless charger10.25-inch instrument consoleArcade.ev app suiteAlso Read:Tata debuts new 'acti.ev' architecture on which Punch EV will based on
Source:Punch
January 09, 2024 12:02 UTC
Singapore to join Operation Prosperity Guardian
Dr Ng said the launch of the US-led Operation Prosperity Guardian aligns with these key principles. “The launch of Operation Prosperity Guardian aims to restore international confidence and a free flow of maritime shipping through the area. Singapore will participate in Operation Prosperity Guardian and contribute to CTF 153’s efforts,” said Dr Ng. Singapore will participate in the multinational Operation Prosperity Guardian under the ambit of Combined Task Force (CTF) 153: Red Sea Maritime Security. Singapore will participate in Operation Prosperity Guardian and contribute to CTF 153’s efforts,” said Dr Ng.This will not be the first time Singapore is participating in such multinational efforts.
Source:The Guardian
January 09, 2024 09:22 UTC
JUST IN: Suspended Minister, Betta Edu yet to formally handover
The suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, is yet to formally hand over to the Permanent Secretary, as directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Tribune reliably gathered on Monday evening. When informed that there was a letter of suspension sent from the Presidency to the Minister, he said, “The Perm Sec has not seen the letter. Look at the former Minister of Aviation (Hadi Sirika); what of the investigation labelled against him has been done? He said, “It’s an allegation right now until the court says that the woman (the minister) is guilty. “The Ministry is young, so as a result of that and for the record to be set straight, the suspension of Betta Edu is a good thing that could happen in Nigeria.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 09, 2024 06:24 UTC
How ‘village’ has harmed the Igbo people
During the Yuletide, the hashtag ‘Igbo village mansions’ trended on social media. The hashtag, which started on Tiktok, was a reaction to a denigrating remark someone made about the Igbo people living in huts in rural communities. In Nigeria, the only people who call their ancestral communities ‘village’ are the Igbo people. In every state of Nigeria, after the indigenous or ethnic population, the Igbo people are usually the second largest population. If you call your hometown ‘village’ while other ethnic groups call theirs hometown or city, naturally yours will be viewed as rural, backward, and poor.
Source:Punch
January 09, 2024 01:39 UTC
TB Joshua enslaved Westerners, disciples allege in documentary
I was just like the number two in the synagogue church of all nations. He laughed;Quoting TB Joshua, Paul said, ‘You think I’m a fool? I know what I’m doing.’“A time will come when this synagogue church is going to shoot out from South Africa to the whole world.”Paul also noted, “The greatest thing that pumped Synagogue church was when the foreigners started coming. having a white man or white woman around, is like…you have achieved.”Paul who also claimed to be among the ‘disciples’ said, “He (TB Joshua) had a grand plan. I’ll show them,” Paul said, quoting TB Joshua.
Source:Punch
January 08, 2024 21:39 UTC
Emefiele: 20 banks face probe over forex deals
The source said that the investigation would span at least nine years, adding that commercial banks, merchant banks and some other companies are being investigated. “What is happening is a general investigation into forex allocations under Emefiele. It is not intended to embarrass any corporation or agency,” a source close to the commission said. A source close to the development told the Nigerian Tribune: “I can confirm to you that Halima, CEO of NSIPA has been appearing before investigators. As for Umar-Farouk, the commission may have to come hard on this suspect because she has not appeared at all.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 08, 2024 21:34 UTC
Brand Love (2)
Love can’t be bought; love is earned. Brand love is earned through consistency. A lovely brand does not necessarily make brand love, but brand love definitely makes a lovely brand. Years of emotional investment through value creation is an important recipe for brand love. Make new customers fall in love with your brand and also keep the existing ones excited and satisfied this New Year as you meditate on the following lovely quotes and practice them religiously:“A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 08, 2024 19:31 UTC
Tata Punch EV: Variant-Wise Powertrain Options Detailed
Tata Motors has officially introduced the all-electric variant of its micro-SUV, the Punch EV. Bookings for the Punch EV are now open, and if you're considering purchasing one, here are the variant-wise powertrain choices available with the Punch EV. Variant-Wise Range OptionsThe Tata Punch EV is offered in five broad trims: Smart, Smart +, Adventure, Empowered, and Empowered +. Smart Smart + Adventure Empowered Empowered + Standard Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Long Range Yes Yes YesIn total, you have the option to choose from 8 variants for the Tata Punch EV. Tata Tigor EV (Punch EV Standard) Tata Nexon EV Medium Range (Punch EV Long Range) Power And Torque 75 PS/170 Nm 129 PS/215 Nm Battery Pack 26 kWh 30 kWh ARAI-claimed range 315 km 325 kmPrice And LaunchGet latest updates onthe automobile community Login NowExpect the prices of the Tata Punch EV to start from Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom).
Source:Punch
January 08, 2024 18:39 UTC
Golden Globes 2024: Oppenheimer, Succession win big
Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr were both recognised for their acting performances, while Christopher Nolan won best director. Da’Vine Joy Randolph won best supporting actress for her portrayal in The Holdovers of a woman suffering immense grief after the death of her son. Da’Vine Joy Randolph was named best supporting actress for her performance in The Holdovers. Elsewhere, Elizabeth Debicki was named best supporting actress in a TV series for her portrayal of Princess Diana in The Crown. Emma Stone was named Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for her performance in Poor Things, which also won best musical or comedy film.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 08, 2024 15:23 UTC
Step-by-step guide to applying for passport online
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Interior, has launched the online passport application portal to allow Nigerians to apply for their passport seamlessly. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo had announced in December that the FG was working to ensure a fully automated system of passport application in the country. To apply online, follow the steps below:1. Have a passport photograph that meets ICAO standards4. Have a passport photograph that meets ICAO standards.
Source:Punch
January 08, 2024 12:37 UTC
What’s the best time of the day to exercise?
There is growing evidence that the time of day we exercise makes a difference to our performance and health, but can we train our bodies to peak at different times of the day? Resistance exercise is particularly susceptible to time-of-day effects, with performance nearly always peaking between 4pm and 8pm. Juleen Zierath, an exercise physiologist at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, has been researching the interaction between exercise and the circadian system. “Everybody agrees that exercise is good, irrespective of time-of-day, but one can maybe fine-tune the metabolic outcomes of the exercise based on when you exercise,” says Zierath. For men, evening exercise helped to lower blood pressure and stimulates the breakdown of body fat.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 07, 2024 18:07 UTC
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[FULL LIST] Fake certificates: NUC lists varsities under investigation
The National Universities Commission, the regulatory agency for universities in Nigeria has also reiterated its commitment towards the eradication of fake universities in Nigeria. With information from the NUC website, PUNCH Online highlights the list of universities under investigation in the country in the ongoing efforts to weed out varsities awarding fake certificates. National University of Nigeria, Keffi, Nasarawa State2. L. I.F.E Leadership University, Benin City, Edo State. So far, the NUC said it has uncovered 58 illegal universities operating in the country.
Source:Punch
January 07, 2024 16:31 UTC
Lagos hospital elevator still unreplaced five months
Five months after an elevator accident led to the death of a House Officer, Dr Vwaere Diaso, at the General Hospital, Odan Lagos, the equipment was yet to be replaced. The PUNCH reports that Diaso was killed after the elevator crashed from the 10th floor to the ground floor of the 131-year-old hospital. A colleague of the deceased told our correspondent when he visited the scene of the accident in August 2023 that the management of the hospital was aware of the poor state of the elevator. The government further stated that it has sacked and blacklisted the facility managers and suspended the General Manager of Lagos State Infrastructure and Asset Management Agency, Adenike Adekanbi. But no sign of renovation or billboards proposing the beginning of renovation on the premises could be seen at the time our correspondent visited the place.
Source:Punch
January 07, 2024 14:04 UTC