SINGAPORE, Aug. 19 -- Universities and polytechnics are stepping up enforcement against vaping on campus, with penalties ranging from S$300 fines to suspension and even expulsion.

At Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the crackdown has been most visible, with the institution declaring a zero-tolerance stance and empowering security officers to conduct random bag checks and patrol smoking hot spots, CNA reported today.

"Any student or employee found vaping will be subject to disciplinary action, including mandatory counselling and, in serious cases, possible expulsion or termination," the Singapore news outlet cited the NTU as saying in an email to students and staff.

First-time offenders risk a S$300 fine and eviction from student...