The new restrictions come amid concerns that some buyers may have been taking advantage of an exemption meant for commercial vehicles, despite having no intention of providing private-hire services.

Singapore and Pakistan mark 60 years of diplomatic relations this year.

Favourable winds and wetter conditions are expected to help improve the haze situation in Singapore, the Meteorological Service Singapore said.

The increase is driven largely by reports from the police, social service agencies and schools, according to the Ministry of Social and Family Development's latest domestic violence trends report.

Child abuse continued to account for the largest share of low- and moderate-risk cases, with physical abuse being the most common type experienced, a Ministry of Social and Family Development report found.     

In mitigation, the man claimed that he was "also a victim" and had been "gaslighted" and led on by the girl.