Archive - 16 April 2019

FT Ministry not looking to evict PPR residents behind on rent

FT Ministry not looking to evict PPR residents behind on rent

DBKL suffered losses totalling over RM18 million due to non-payment of the RM124 monthly fee.

23 RTD officers nabbed over truck protection racket

23 RTD officers nabbed over truck protection racket

The Penang RTD officers were among the 31 individuals detained in the bust.

IGP: Cops should not have allowed patrol car to be inspected

IGP: Cops should not have allowed patrol car to be inspected

He says the officers should have sought help from any of the 1,100 cops on duty during the Rantau polls.

Waytha: Sedic audit ongoing, NGO funding to be further scrutinised

Waytha: Sedic audit ongoing, NGO funding to be further scrutinised

He says that the preliminary findings of the audit show that there has been misappropriation.

Thousands to 'crowdsource' Indonesian election results to fight fraud

Thousands to 'crowdsource' Indonesian election results to fight fraud

More than 10,000 volunteers for real-time bid to thwart election offences in the world's biggest single-day polls.

Matrade: Palm oil dispute not spilling over onto other exports to EU

Matrade: Palm oil dispute not spilling over onto other exports to EU

It says exports of other goods, primarily electrical and electronics products, remain steady.

B40 singles can apply to rent DBKL rooms from August

B40 singles can apply to rent DBKL rooms from August

KL mayor says they can start renting the units from as low as RM100 in October.

MCMC to prepare 5G testbed report by year-end

MCMC to prepare 5G testbed report by year-end

Communications minister says outcome of readiness trials beginning this month will be presented to the gov't.

Jailed Reuters reporters win Pulitzer Prize

Jailed Reuters reporters win Pulitzer Prize

The agency is also awarded for photographs of Central American migrants seeking refuge in the US.

Gov't awaiting clarification from US ambassador on 'K' list

Gov't awaiting clarification from US ambassador on 'K' list

Wisma Putra said yesterday that it would summon the US envoy to explain Washington's decision.

'Semi-conscious Adib may have been unable to fend off attacks'

'Semi-conscious Adib may have been unable to fend off attacks'

INQUEST | Retired pathologist theorises that firefighter may have been in a 'twilight zone' state. 

Witness: Millions went through Ambank accounts linked to Najib

Witness: Millions went through Ambank accounts linked to Najib

Bank Negara officer says documents show transactions ranging between RM5m and RM40m.

China should not be involved in managing ECRL, says Najib

China should not be involved in managing ECRL, says Najib

UPDATED 9.30PM | Ex-PM says M'sians are capable of handling the project, and cites national security concerns.

Indonesia's polls watchdog wants re-election for postal voters in KL

Indonesia's polls watchdog wants re-election for postal voters in KL

Bawaslu also wants two officials at its embassy relieved of election duties.

Student activists welcome 'confused' prince to attend Rome Statute forum

Student activists welcome 'confused' prince to attend Rome Statute forum

UPDATED 8PM | 'I would be delighted if he attends,' says student Asheeq Ali Sethi Alivi.

Malaysia hopes to open embassy in Palestine

Malaysia hopes to open embassy in Palestine

The move is to enable Malaysia’s extension of aid to the Palestinians, says Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah.

Cops summon LGBT activist for questioning over UN speech

Cops summon LGBT activist for questioning over UN speech

Numan Afifi vows to keep defending human rights while Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah expresses concern.

'Willingness to engage a good indication of M'sia's human rights aspirations'

'Willingness to engage a good indication of M'sia's human rights aspirations'

Visiting Australian human rights commissioners say both countries can learn from one another.

Malaysia risks falling out of global bond market index

Malaysia risks falling out of global bond market index

Bloomberg calls it the 'worst major market in the world so far this year'.

What to expect from M'sia at China's Belt and Road Forum

What to expect from M'sia at China's Belt and Road Forum

The Malaysian delegation led by the PM will focus on three core issues.

Navy says launching of vessel by defence minister's wife is 'tradition'

Navy says launching of vessel by defence minister's wife is 'tradition'

It points out that the practice of having prominent women christen ships has long been in place.

Eagle High says not taking legal action against Felda

Eagle High says not taking legal action against Felda

'Felda and Rajawali Group are not or have never been engaged in any court proceeding.'

NZ premier a woman of great courage, says Perak sultan

NZ premier a woman of great courage, says Perak sultan

Sultan Nazrin praises Jacinda Ardern for her firm response to the murder of 50 worshippers.

US envoy: Relations flourishing with new Harapan gov't

US envoy: Relations flourishing with new Harapan gov't

We respect the decision of the Malaysian people, says Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir.

Communications Ministry launches strategic plan for 2023

Communications Ministry launches strategic plan for 2023

Its six thrusts include expanding dissemination of information on nationhood to enhance people’s identity and patriotism.
ECRL an exception, open tender for future projects – deputy minister

ECRL an exception, open tender for future projects – deputy minister

Ong Kian Ming says Beijing-owned firm already carried out a significant portion of ECRL work.

Policies that encourage imports need changing: PM

Policies that encourage imports need changing: PM

'It will involve the restructuring of taxes involving particular industries,' Mahathir says.

MIER projects growth for services, manufacturing sectors

MIER projects growth for services, manufacturing sectors

Agriculture, mining and quarrying, and construction sectors also expected to grow at a quicker pace in 2019.

DOE has not received EIA report on new ECRL alignment

DOE has not received EIA report on new ECRL alignment

No date has been fixed for its submission.

Penang LRT project likely to start next year

Penang LRT project likely to start next year

CM Chow Kon Yeow says the project is awaiting conditional approval from the Transport Ministry.

Gerakan wants details of open tender for SRS Consortium

Gerakan wants details of open tender for SRS Consortium

State party chief questions why delivery partner for PIL1 highway is jointly seeking a bridging loan.

Changing Permata's name to 'Genius' not a smart move, says Rosmah's daughter

Changing Permata's name to 'Genius' not a smart move, says Rosmah's daughter

Nooryana Najib says the new name fails to capture the essence of the programme.

Notre-Dame blaze probably accidental, French prosecutors say

Notre-Dame blaze probably accidental, French prosecutors say

UPDATED 6.30PM | 'We are favouring the theory of an accident,' notes a Paris public prosecutor.

We were guided by people's wishes in renegotiating ECRL, says Azmin

We were guided by people's wishes in renegotiating ECRL, says Azmin

Economic affairs minister credits feedback from Selangor and Pahang residents for getting a better deal.

Perlis PAS reps satisfied with 'one-day' assembly sitting

Perlis PAS reps satisfied with 'one-day' assembly sitting

It suffices for the small state as long as questions are allowed to be asked, they say.
Jais confirms probe into ‘de-hijabbing’ forum

Jais confirms probe into ‘de-hijabbing’ forum

Director says event under investigation, but declines to provide further details.

Exorcise 'devil of inaccessibility' first, disabled activist tells churches

Exorcise 'devil of inaccessibility' first, disabled activist tells churches

Anthony Thanasayan is disappointed that Council of Churches Malaysia chose to focus on a trivial issue. 

After NGOs complain, CM reveals 56 conditions for PIL1

After NGOs complain, CM reveals 56 conditions for PIL1

The conditions cover land works and control and the monitoring of air, water, noise and vibrations.
M'sia hopeful of second-phase negotiations on water with S'pore

M'sia hopeful of second-phase negotiations on water with S'pore

UPDATED 5PM | Saifuddin Abdullah says the next phase involving price modality will be a 'difficult one'.

Ruling parties don't get support in by-elections - Dr M downplays triple defeat

Ruling parties don't get support in by-elections - Dr M downplays triple defeat

On Daim's 'GE promises to be delivered in six months', Mahathir reiterates 'money has been stolen'.

Ruler's call to address rising food costs needs honest reply

Ruler's call to address rising food costs needs honest reply

LETTER | The Harapan gov't needs to take firm measures to resolve the people's basic needs.

PM: High-speed train 'unnecessary' for now

PM: High-speed train 'unnecessary' for now

Malaysia’s focus now is to improve the quality of existing railway services, says Dr M.

London to host world para swimming after M'sia stripped over Israel

London to host world para swimming after M'sia stripped over Israel

IPC says fresh bidding process meant the organisers are forced to delay the event to Sept 9-15.

Johor excos Mazlan, Hong Pin's heads on chopping block?

Johor excos Mazlan, Hong Pin's heads on chopping block?

Sources claim that the Bersatu and DAP reps are not in the good books of the palace.

Development not licence to destroy the environment - Sultan Nazrin

Development not licence to destroy the environment - Sultan Nazrin

UPDATED 3.39PM | Warning on unapproved development, the Perak ruler adds the state will not compromise with illegal land settlers.
Musa Aman attends Sabah legislative assembly sitting

Musa Aman attends Sabah legislative assembly sitting

He had not attended the previous sessions due to ill health. 

Report: Dubious NGOs misused millions in funds for Indians

Report: Dubious NGOs misused millions in funds for Indians

Some of the NGOs have disappeared… they gave fake addresses. The police and MACC will be informed, says Mitra DG.
Western footprints in Malaysian oil palm innovation

Western footprints in Malaysian oil palm innovation

Sime Darby, Guthrie, Golden Hope and United Plantations - how well do you know them?
Royal call for gov't to tackle rising cost of food

Royal call for gov't to tackle rising cost of food

Sultan Nazrin says the rising cost of foodstuffs is imposing a burden on people’s lives.

Losing Rantau again and again

Losing Rantau again and again

COMMENT | The elephant in the room is how poorly the Harapan gov’t is managing the economy.

Najib, Arul Kanda joint trial on 1MDB audit report set for Nov

Najib, Arul Kanda joint trial on 1MDB audit report set for Nov

UPDATED 10.51AM | Up to 30 witnesses will be summoned for the trial involving Najib and Arul Kanda.

No more delays, set up RCI on the judiciary now - Bar

No more delays, set up RCI on the judiciary now - Bar

It has been 53 days since Mahathir confirmed the RCI would be set up, notes Bar chief Abdul Fareed.

‘Extreme music’ gig cancelled after protest from churches

‘Extreme music’ gig cancelled after protest from churches

Organisers planned event for a year, but caved in after pressure from groups objecting to Easter Sunday performance.

Palm oil press conference held at Malaysian parliament

Palm oil press conference held at Malaysian parliament

YB Puan Teresa Kok promotes the benefits of palm oil and red palm oil.
'Does the PIL1 highway violate PWD guidelines for slopes?'

'Does the PIL1 highway violate PWD guidelines for slopes?'

Activist Khoo Salma adds to calls for public disclosure of the 56 conditions imposed by DoE.

Fire guts Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, Macron pledges to rebuild

Fire guts Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, Macron pledges to rebuild

It started around 12.50am today and is still burning; a fire official says the structure has been saved.

Day 3: After third witness testifies, SRC trial ends for the day

Day 3: After third witness testifies, SRC trial ends for the day

LIVE | Former premier Najib in the dock facing criminal charges related to SRC International.

Cowardly, controversial, costly capitulation to China

Cowardly, controversial, costly capitulation to China

COMMENT | Eventual losses likely to be several times bigger than for 1MDB.

Yoursay: After nearly a year, Indians no better off under Harapan rule

Yoursay: After nearly a year, Indians no better off under Harapan rule

YOURSAY | 'The community has become disillusioned with the gov't for continuously sidelining them.'

Yoursay: Is Dr M's stand on China brilliant or bluster?

Yoursay: Is Dr M's stand on China brilliant or bluster?

YOURSAY | 'Nothing in Beijing's international diplomacy is coincidental.'

Once deemed 'wildlife', Orang Asli still face condescension

Once deemed 'wildlife', Orang Asli still face condescension

SPECIAL REPORT | This attitude is the root of policy affecting land rights, assimilation and cultural survival, says an expert.

Officer tells of the raid for SRC documents, and 9 other things that happened yesterday

Officer tells of the raid for SRC documents, and 9 other things that happened yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.