Archive - 30 September 2013

PBB top posts will not be contested

PBB top posts will not be contested

PBB information chief Adenan Satem today confirms this but expects some contests at the lower echeleon in the PBB supreme council.
Value-for-money spending initiative in Budget 2014

Value-for-money spending initiative in Budget 2014

Second Finance Minister Ahmad Husni Hanadzlah says expenditure must be based on the concept of value for money.
412,245 PTPTN borrowers did not repay loans

412,245 PTPTN borrowers did not repay loans

Malays formed the largest number of defaulters at 328,550, followed by the Chinese (55,445) and Indians (28,250), says Education Minister Muhyiddin Yassin.
Kedah BN to propose three names for Sg Limau by-election

Kedah BN to propose three names for Sg Limau by-election

NONE The Kedah Barisan Nasional (BN) will submit a list of three names to the party leadership for selection as BN candidate for the Sungai Limau state by-election.
Gov't faces backlash over push for tough new laws

Gov't faces backlash over push for tough new laws

The proposed amendments appear to mark a reversal of Najib’s steps to repeal draconian security laws.
Cop to pay RM585,000 in damages to ex-wife, brother-in-law

Cop to pay RM585,000 in damages to ex-wife, brother-in-law

The High Court in Kuala Lumpur today ordered a policeman to pay RM585,000 in damages to his ex-wife and brother-in-law for injuries sustained by the duo after being shot, about three years ago.
Proton and Perodua have plans in place to boost production

Proton and Perodua have plans in place to boost production

PARLIAMENT Proton Holdings Bhd and Perusahaan Automobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) still have the ablity to overcome competition, while both companies have drawn up plans to enhance production.
DOE amending Environs Quality Act to eliminate HCFC

DOE amending Environs Quality Act to eliminate HCFC

Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Dr James Dawos Mamit says the amendment is at the final stage.
Presidential hopeful puts spotlight on K'tan murder trial

Presidential hopeful puts spotlight on K'tan murder trial

Prabowo Subianto attends the murder trial of domestic helper Wilfrida Soik, who is accused of killing her employer in a case that could strain diplomatic ties.
Suhakam: PCA changes regressive, so defer Bill

Suhakam: PCA changes regressive, so defer Bill

The Human Rights Commission wants a study of the proposals before the Dewan Rakyat before the legislative process moves on.
2013-09-30

2013-09-30

EGM sought to censure Liow, reverse 'no gov't post' rule

EGM sought to censure Liow, reverse 'no gov't post' rule

NONE UPDATED 5.40PM After touting the 'no gov't post' threat, those aligned to Soi Lek now want the rule reversed. [VIDEO]
KJ has no problem working with Dr M's son

KJ has no problem working with Dr M's son

He may have a bitter feud with the father, but the Umno Youth chief says he sees no problem in working with Mukhriz should he become veep.
'Pledge not to arrest politicians made on ISA, too'

'Pledge not to arrest politicians made on ISA, too'

NONE UPDATED 4.54PM The gov't used ISA widely on political opponents despite ex-DPM Razak's promise it won't be, says MP Karpal.
Malay NGO: Still no 'original Malays' in new CEC line-up

Malay NGO: Still no 'original Malays' in new CEC line-up

NONE Penang Malay Congress president Rahmad Isahak asks what has happened to the seven who originally contested the DAP polls.

20pct delay in LRT extension project

20pct delay in LRT extension project

UPDATED 5.13PM As a result, completion is now due in the first quarter of 2016, the Transport Ministry tells a DAP parliamentarian.
Gov't may get parliamentary nod before signing TPPA

Gov't may get parliamentary nod before signing TPPA

Minister Mustapa Mohamed says the move is in order for the people to fully accept (the agreement) without any confusion.
DAP transforms travail into triumph

DAP transforms travail into triumph

COMMENT The party's electors not only return the same CEC slate but elevate the broadly seeing over the narrowly sectarian.
Guan Eng: ROS might not ease pressure on DAP, yet

Guan Eng: ROS might not ease pressure on DAP, yet

UPDATED 5.12PM Although the DAP has re-elected its CEC, the party secretary-general believes the ROS might not be satisfied.
Another ceiling collapse, third for Serdang Hospital

Another ceiling collapse, third for Serdang Hospital

The workmanship of the country's infrastructures is again under the spotlight after a section of the ceiling at Serdang Hospital collapses.
Have by-election before Budget, urges PAS MP

Have by-election before Budget, urges PAS MP

UPDATED 5.15PM Mahfuz Omar says he doesn’t want rewards outlined in the Budget to be sweeteners for the Sungai Limau by-election.
600,000 SMEs can defer minimum wage application

600,000 SMEs can defer minimum wage application

foreign workers PARLIAMENT They need more time to restructure operations and cut down losses, says the deputy human resources sinister.
'Where's the accountability over Terengganu roof collapse?'

'Where's the accountability over Terengganu roof collapse?'

NONE video icon small U PDATED 6.15PM Kuala Terengganu MP Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah notes that there has been no action to date. 
Will MCA, Gerakan vote against PCA, asks PKR MP

Will MCA, Gerakan vote against PCA, asks PKR MP

NONE UPDATED 4.25PM R Sivarasa points out that both BN parties have raised objections to the amendments. [VIDEO]
CJ: Judges appointed without influence from anyone

CJ: Judges appointed without influence from anyone

NONE UPDATED 3.30PM Chief Justice Arifin Zakaria says it is based on a majority vote conducted by the Judicial Appointment Commission.
Adamant activists 'force' dep minister to accept memo

Adamant activists 'force' dep minister to accept memo

NONE UPDATED 2.27PM Their sit-in sees the deputy home minister meeting them despite an initial snub. [VIDEO]
Where are our allocations, Hindraf asks PM

Where are our allocations, Hindraf asks PM

Persatuan Hindraf Malaysia's Penang unit says the PM has only adhered to one thing in the MOU and that is to set up a unit in his office.
Typhoon-driven strong winds, choppy seas warning

Typhoon-driven strong winds, choppy seas warning

NONE The Malaysian Meteorological Department today warns of strong winds and choppy seas following the detection of Typhoon Wutip.
Legality of new Kedah DAP panel still challenged

Legality of new Kedah DAP panel still challenged

A report has been lodged with the Registrar of Societies on the legality of the Kedah DAP committee, says its ex-chairperson Lee Guan Aik.

 

Revised PCA is not the new ISA, Najib tells critics

Revised PCA is not the new ISA, Najib tells critics

NONE UPDATED 1.15PM The PM says the PCA is specific to combating organised crime, and a judge decides if detention is warranted.
Khairy taunts 'undemocratic' DAP

Khairy taunts 'undemocratic' DAP

The DAP has to ask itself why Malays won’t join the party even though it has been around for a while, notes Umno Youth head Khairy Jamaluddin.
PSM sec-gen and 11 others arrested at Kg Hakka Mantin

PSM sec-gen and 11 others arrested at Kg Hakka Mantin

Arul Kampong Hakka Mantin UPDATED 8PM Residents and activists are picked up for protesting the demolition of the century-old village. [VIDEO]
'When there's subsidy, no one thanks the gov't'

'When there's subsidy, no one thanks the gov't'

NONE UPDATED 4.39PM PARLIAMENT Deputy Finance Minister Ahmad Maslan says instead, people fuss when it's reduced. [VIDEO]
Ambiga: Did gov't go against AG on PCA proposals?

Ambiga: Did gov't go against AG on PCA proposals?

NONE UPDATED 1.35PM The AG has stated he does not agree with preventive detention, says Ambiga Sreenevasan. [VIDEO]
MB laments 'Terengganu Darul Runtuh' tag

MB laments 'Terengganu Darul Runtuh' tag

NONE UPDATED 1.21PM Ahmad Said has asked the MACC to probe into the ceiling collapse in a mosque in Kuala Nerus yesterday.
To the 1,000 who walked to save Bukit Kiara

To the 1,000 who walked to save Bukit Kiara

Why try to change Sabah Muslims to Malays?

Why try to change Sabah Muslims to Malays?

Najib: Umno polls must be seen to be clean and healthy

Najib: Umno polls must be seen to be clean and healthy

umno agm UPDATED 11.40AM He says Umno members should play their role in ensuring that the electoral system brought about transformation.
Sime Darby, let Tiger help you rebrand

Sime Darby, let Tiger help you rebrand

NONE KINIBIZ Since Tiger’s other efforts are not going that well, maybe it’s time Tiger started offering some consultancy services...
Backstabber's guide to Umno polls

Backstabber's guide to Umno polls

A look at the main contenders.
Undue influence?

Undue influence?

KINIBIZ The world of higher education does not seem so different from the jungles, with the hiring of the biggest and baddest as figureheads.
Karpal, dreams alone won't get you to Putrajaya

Karpal, dreams alone won't get you to Putrajaya

FREE YOURSAY 'There are still many inadequacies existing in Pakatan to tackle and improve further. Work extra smart...'
Will taxpayers have to bail out Tanda Putera, again?

Will taxpayers have to bail out Tanda Putera, again?

FREE YOURSAY 'Taxpayers' monies should not be used to cover any more losses or to promote the movie. The cronies better use their own money...'
Shafie Dris and the voice of the ignored Orang Asli

Shafie Dris and the voice of the ignored Orang Asli

A lack of education did not stop this self-made videomaker and indie broadcaster from voicing the problems of his community.