The Independent News & Media Pte Ltd
The Independent News & Media Pte Ltd is a privately held entity endowed with civil personality operating in accordance with commercial rules, registered in the Republic of Singapore (UEN: 200801353D) under a class license from Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA).
The Independent Singapore brings independent perspective on news and current affairs in Singapore. It is a platform owned and operated by journalists. Started on the 9th of August 2013, the news website brings in-depth perspective and analysis on current affairs, economics and politics in Singapore.
Our current editorial team
Publisher: Kumaran Pillai
Deputy Editor: Obbana Rajah
Politcal Editor: Jewel Stolarchuk
Entertainment and Celebrity Correspondent: Jasmime Kaur, Lydia Koh, Samantha Geh
News Desk: Anna Maria, Hana Otsuka, Kazi Mahmood
Lifestyle & Travel: Miren Gonzales
Contributors: Rebecca Wong, Laura Zhang, Hui Xin, Tang Li, Andrew Loh, Howard Lee, Vernon Chan, Jewel Stolarchuk & Others
Past Editors
Kumaran Pillai: June 2017 – Feb 2020
Ravi Philemon: Dec 2015 – May 2017
PN Balji: Aug 2013 – June 2014