In a recent survey, nine out of 10 respondents revealed that the reality of their situations seldom matched their expectations. Are our expectations in life then pointless? Dr Siva Mahendran explores.

The selection of pan-Indian food at Taste of India restaurant, situated at the doorstop of Farrer Park MRT station, is one of the best in Singapore. I loved the way the cauliflower in the Gobi Manchurian was cooked to perfection.

The success stories of 45 Indian businesswomen are captured in “Doyenne Volume 2” the follow up to the first book launched in 2017.

Puspah Karuppiah, Suresh Kumar Govindaraju and Puvanesan A/L Ganasan were three individuals from the hospitality industry who were recognised by the National Kindness Award – Service Gold for going beyond the call of duty.

We have been through a trying period in the past three years. We faced many challenges during these two years when COVID ruled (and rued) our lives. However, this Deepavali, we do have much to rejoice over.

Dr Preeti Pandit recounts the struggles of various patients that she has treated over decades, and how she helped them overcome their problems by finding the ‘friend’ within themselves.

For the first time in LISHA’s history of annual Deepavali celebrations, mascots of the three main characters of the Purana will walk down Little India, interact with shopkeepers and patrons and pose for pictures with them. This year’s Deepavali Celebrations also includes a range of other interesting events.

Not many restaurants can do justice to one of North Indian food’s hallmark dish. However, at some places the chef does take more pride in their signature dish. We found one such place.

The Little India Shopkeepers & Heritage Association (LISHA) has signed an MOU with e-commerce platform Lazada to digitally retail Little India merchants’ products.

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Singapore Indian Education Trust (SIET) Charity Golf returns this year. The event raises funds for SIET, whose beneficiaries include needy, deserving students.

Hackers watch out! Cybersecurity professional Shafeek Ahamed Hajamohideen is on your case! The graduate of PSB Academy lays out the magnitude of the threat that hackers pose as well as what it takes to succeed in this field.

A group of Indian runners are organising a novel running event, in aid of the Singapore Indian Education Trust. They have raised more than $50,000 as of 23 April 2022.

As this year’s Tamil/Indian New Year dates coincide with the Tamil Language Festival, LISHA is giving prominence to Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar. Other activities include a cultural show featuring dances from about 13 Indian ethnic groups and a two-day educational program on aspects of Indian culture i.e., saree draping, traditional games, quiz on Thirukkural, musical instruments and dancing.