Dozens killed as India, Pakistan clash in worst violence in decades | Generative AI a top priority for firms but privacy concerns remain

Plus: Cat A COE price up 3.5% to 7-month high of $103,009 | If this e-mail is not displayed properly, click here. WEDNESDAY, MAY 07 2025 Amee Enriquez Deputy Newsletter Editor Good evening, Singaporeans should defer all non-essential travel to the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir in India, and to Pakistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said today. The ministry issued the travel advisory in view of the "volatile security situation between the two countries". Separately, the certificate of entitlement price for Category A vehicles hit $103,009 at the latest tender exercise today. Stay on top of the news with Newsie, ST's Telegram bot. Asia Dozens killed as India, Pakistan clash in worst violence in decades India's action follows an attack on Hindu tourists in Indian Kashmir in April, in which 26 men were killed. Singapore Singaporeans advised to defer non-essential travel to Pakistan, India's Jammu and Kashmir region: MFA "Travellers should exercise precaution, especially at the border regions between Pakistan and India," it said. Asia War of words, water and warning shots: Why India and Pakistan must avoid a bigger clash Neither wants to see matters escalate but there are plenty of worry points. Singapore Cat A COE price up 3.5% to 7-month high of $103,009 The Category B premium rose by 2.5 per cent to $119,890. Singapore New central gas company, Singapore GasCo, launched to ensure steady supply of natural gas Natural gas accounts for around 95 per cent of Singapore's electricity generation. Singapore S'pore to start deploying funds for clean energy infrastructure in Asia: MAS MAS will also set up a new office to spearhead innovative finance towards Asia's decarbonisation. Business Generative AI a top priority for firms but privacy concerns remain: GIC survey Despite concerns, interest in adoption is high, with 82 per cent of firms exploring the technology. Singapore 'Utterly disappointed': Eta Aquarids meteor shower fizzles over Singapore Despite clear skies, people in Singapore spotted few meteors and several were left disappointed. Singapore Foreigner behind MRT station molestation caught 7 years later when he re-entered S'pore The 21-year-old victim had sought help from a passenger on the train. Life The Phantom Of The Opera's lead actress, who grew up in S'pore, excited about homecoming show British theatre actress Grace Roberts lived here until she was 18, attending local schools and eating local food. If you received this newsletter from someone, sign up here to get daily updates right in your inbox! If you have any feedback, please drop us an e-mail at st-newsletters@sph.com.sg Sign up for more free newsletters from The Straits Times here. Manage subscription here.