Archive - 22 March 2008

T'ganu MB: Palace appoints Ahmad Said, boycott looms

T'ganu MB: Palace appoints Ahmad Said, boycott looms

updated 10.50pm All but one state representatives who backed former menteri besar Idris Jusoh are planning to boycott the swearing-in ceremony tomorrow.
A DAP reminder on the IPCMC

A DAP reminder on the IPCMC

police commission report 160505 It has been three long years, but DAP is still trying to pressure the government into implementing the IPCMC.
Supp lobbies for Richard's federal appointment

Supp lobbies for Richard's federal appointment

Two MPs appointed deputy ministers have declined the offer and the Sarawak United People’s Party is hoping that their man Richard Riot could be a replacement.
Khaled: Ku Li has right to contest

Khaled: Ku Li has right to contest

He can offer himself but members can also reject him, says Khaled Nordin of the Kelantan prince's intention to vie for the Umno presidency.
Samy: Indians want immediate action

Samy: Indians want immediate action

Indians have slogged for the country for the past 145 years working in estates and construction sectors. They now find themselves displaced after many estates were closed, says the MIC president.

Kelantan state rep injured in crash

Kelantan state rep injured in crash

The newly elected assemblyperson for Galas suffered serious injuries after his car crashed into a ditch. His family members were also injured.
The thaw and the new sultans

The thaw and the new sultans

The institution of the Malay ruler has been tested by the new realities brought on by the results of the 2008 general election.
Dr Tiki: I am a BN loyalist

Dr Tiki: I am a BN loyalist

Dr. Tiki Lafe The BN Mas Gading MP says he was unhappy with reports that he was jumping ship and that his loyalty was with the prime minister and BN.
Pak Lah told to free Hindraf 5

Pak Lah told to free Hindraf 5

Kit Siang calls for the release of five Hindraf leaders from ISA detention as proof that Abdullah has 'heard the voice' of Malaysians to start the process of 'national healing'.
Segambut MP slammed for ignorant remark

Segambut MP slammed for ignorant remark

Newly appointed deputy federal territories minister M Saravanan says the city folks would know better than the opposition MP of his roots, track record and ground support in Kuala Lumpur.
Q&A: 'Samy Vellu still relevant'

Q&A: 'Samy Vellu still relevant'

Despite the poor performance in the March 8 general election, MIC secretary-general Dr S Subramaniam says the president still commands tremendous support in the party.

Dr Subra: March 8 an awakening

Dr Subra: March 8 an awakening

exclusive After nearly three decades, the Indian community has a new face in the cabinet. Malaysiakini meets up with the newly minted Human Resources Minister, Dr S Subramaniam. [VIDEO INSIDE]