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Venga Subramaniam

Venga Subramaniam

svenga@sph.com.sg

A general overall view of large Adidas FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer ball at Los Angeles Union Station on Jun 10, 2026 at Santa Monica, California, USA.

The Editor’s Beat: Embracing the Drama and Diaspora of a Historic World Cup

Visitors to Rainforest Wild Adventure can now catch a glimpse of the endangered okapi and other animals found in Africa, as the second phase of the adventure-based wildlife park officially opened on May 29.

The Editor’s Beat: Rediscover Singapore This June Holidays

Temasek Chairman Teo Chee Hean meeting media representatives at the briefing on June 2.

Teo Chee Hean: Temasek Leans into India, AI, and Green Energy

$In an era defined by a fracturing global order, preserving our Mother Tongues is no longer just an exercise in heritage nostalgia—it is a strategic necessity, says the author, Venga Subramaniam.$

The Editor’s Beat: The Anchor and The Platform

A signage at the ATX Summit held at Capella Hotel in Singapore, May 21, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: Reorientating AI Around Jobs

The second edition of The Great Indian Biryani Festival is underway at The Line at Shangri-La up till May 24, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: A ‘Fruitful’ Lesson in Food Diplomacy

Motorists drive past a poster praising the victory of actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party president C. Joseph Vijay in Chennai on May 6, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: A Mandate for Change and the Cost of Promises

A showcase of Indian Community Cultural performances during the inaugural Indian Engagement and Development Initiative (INEI) Forum on April 25, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: A Future Built on Connection and Purpose

Social media can be an empowering tool—a bridge to knowledge and global communities. But we must acknowledge that it is a tool designed to be used until we break, tabla! editor, Venga Subramaniam, says.

The Editor’s Beat: Social Media is the New Big Tobacco

Devotees at the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple on the day of the Tamil New Year on April 14, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: A Taste of Tradition in Modern Singapore

People march during a protest against the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, and against conflict in Lebanon and Gaza, in New York City, U.S., April 8, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: Holding Our Ground, Strengthening Our Resolve

Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth, Dinesh Vasu Dash announced the plans for SGAT to the media at HTSB on March 28. Also present were Nee Soon East division MP Jackson Lam, Minister for Home Affairs K. Shanmugam and Mr R. Ravindran, former MP and chairman of SGAT’s board of trustees.

The Editor’s Beat: Bringing the Spirit of Sabarimala and Guruvayoor to Yishun

As part of the Tamil Language Festival’s 20th anniversary celebrations, the Tamil Language Council presented a special outreach event on Saturday, 14 March 2026, at the Indian Heritage Centre and along Campbell Lane.

The Editor’s Beat: Two Decades of “Involvement” in the Tamil Language

An archive photo of Komala Vilas restaurant.

The Editor’s Beat: Supporting Our Heritage Businesses in Turbulent Times

Passengers from an RSAF repatriation flight from Saudi Arabia, being welcomed by their loved ones at the arrival hall of Changi Airport Terminal 2 on March 11, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: Navigating a World in Flux

To truly capitalise on our economic growth, we must move beyond the “surplus mindset” and focus on the foundations of our nation: our families, says tabla! editor Venga Subramaniam.

The Editor’s Beat: Prudence is Our Best Insurance

Founder of Century Bakkwa, Simbian Chua, holding a tray of grilled bakkwa (sweet-and-savoury dried pork jerky), which was unaffected by the fire, inside its flagship store at Dunlop Street on Feb 15, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: The Silver Lining in the Smoke

Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth, and Manpower, Dinesh Vasu Dash speaking with tabla! editor Venga Subramaniam, in a post-Budget interview on Feb 13.

Indian Community Can Use Budget 2026 to Strengthen as a Collective Whole: MOS Dinesh

With Prime Minister Lawrence Wong himself chairing the new National AI Council, it is evident that AI is no longer a luxury—it is a national necessity, says the author.

The Editor’s Beat: A First-Term Budget Built on Trust and Tech

Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Manpower, Dinesh Vasu, interacting with devotees at this year’s Thaipusam.

The Editor’s Beat: Responsive Planning Enhanced This Year’s Thaipusam

A helicopter from Malaysia’s central airbase in Subang, Selangor, carrying out water bombing operations in Pengerang, Johor, on Jan 28, 2026.

The Editor’s Beat: Stay Vigilant Amidst Haze and the Flu Season

Entrance of the office of the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament House.

The Editor’s Beat: Why the Leader of the Opposition Position Matters

The public including parents, children, and tourists participating in the Pongal Open House Activities at the Indian Heritage Centre on Jan 10, 2026. The open house is held on Jan 10, 11, 17, and 18th this year.

The Editor’s Beat: Why Pongal Still Matters

2026 marks a significant turning point as tabla! delivers on the promises made in late 2025.

The Editor’s Beat: A New Rhythm For tabla!

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