Archive - 11 October 2019

Some are happy with the measures taken while others say the budget does not cover specific areas.

The cabinet has given its provisional agreement to acquire four highways.

He confirms that the country will not be taking up panda bonds.

The allocations will increase the capacity and capability of the Department of Environment and Chemistry Department.

A total of RM100 million has been allocated for Mitra and the rest for the Orang Asli development.

The new tier will be applicable to those with a taxable income of more than RM2 million a year.

Mahathir, however, says there has been no official communication regarding this.

The allocation is for rehabilitating and upgrading of overall sports facilities and complexes throughout M'sia.

The 43-year-old is recognised for his peacemaking efforts which ended two decades of hostility with Eritrea.

 The government will also support financial institutions to introduce a rent-to-own (RTO) scheme for homebuyers.                   

'Let’s strengthen national unity and integration towards building a better life and brighter future for our children'.

The budget aims to create high-income jobs and equitable wealth distribution to ensure shared prosperity.

For civil servants, this has been expanded to include Grade 55 and 56.

They are among 21 former lawyers wanted by the police to assist with investigations into 39 cases.

The allocation is to help more local players to tap into the US$3 trillion global halal market.

The gov't through MCMC will finance at least 50 percent of the required investment.

Finance minister also announces customised packaged investment incentives to attract targeted Fortune 500 companies.

Those earning up to RM100,000 a year may also qualify but with a lower payout.

UPDATED 7.36PM | Non-BSH recipients will receive a 'Kad95' which will give them a subsidy of 30 sen per litre. 

The pledge to introduce the free vaccination was one of Pakatan Harapan's promise in its election manifesto.

They are alleged not to have stood to attention while the national anthem was played during a fundraising dinner.

I want the IPT’s vice-chancellor to explain the matter, says state Islamic Affairs exco Asmuni Awi.

The government is allocating RM5 billion for BSH under Budget 2020.

Budget 2020 announcements well received by market participants, signalling the country’s economic direction, says dealer.

This follows the discovery of eight human body parts in Malacca's Krubong industrial area.

This would be an increase of RM100 from the current minimum wage for workers nationwide.

This is RM19.5 billion more than the amount allocated in Budger 2019.

UPDATED 5.41PM | The government is encouraging them to participate in government procurement. 

The growth is expected despite headwinds from a lengthy US-China trade war and global geopolitical tensions.

This year, the sector is weighed down by subdued growth for residential and commercial properties.

UPDATED 7.29PM | Stronger provisions for better workplace protection, including against sexual harassment, will also be introduced.  

Police must answer to the committee on use of Sosma, committee member Lim Lip Eng says.

He committed the offence last week and is currently receiving psychiatric treatment.

UPDATED 7.15PM | This includes an allocation to write off the interest accrued on loans taken by settlers.

Among others, the committee recommends that the government present the debt and liabilities exposure position.

The slightly higher deficit is due to a strategic decision to strengthen the domestic economy.

Selangor International Business Summit 2019 (SIBS) was officially launched today by His Royal Highness the Sultan of Selangor

The gov't is expected to collect RM189.90 billion in taxes in 2020.

'The probe and arrests must continue, including against those who hold high posts in gov't.'

Former Bar Council chairperson Ambiga Sreneevasan says the government has been silent and failed to set the national narrative.

LIVE REPORTS | The Budget 2020 size is RM297.020 billion, which is a 5.57 percent reduction compared to the previous budget's RM314.55 billion allocation.

Malaysiakini breaks down Budget 2020 for you and explains the meaning behind the numbers.

COMMENT | Many have been in one way or the another touched or had connections with the Tamil people and the LTTE.

Instead, Bukit Aman insists it is investigating all angles into the disappearance.

The mother of the maid allegedly raped by Perak exco Paul Yong is only able to meet her daughter once on Sept 19.

The 40 students want to meet the Education Minister and present their three demands. 

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have banned the preacher's Peace TV channel for allegedly influencing terrorist attacks.

Seven reptiles comprising one green tree python, one scrub python, and five endangered species of lizards were seized.

LETTER | We must be cautious, realistic and pragmatic at the same time.

COMMENT | As the saying goes, when elephants fight, it is the grass that gets trampled.

COMMENT | With such a good performance in the economy, the resiliency of the economy is manifested.

LETTER | Manufacturing, financial, technological or agricultural?

The two DAP assemblypersons had been detained under Sosma for alleged links to the LTTE.

Rembau MP Khairy Jamaluddin feels it's unfair to comment without knowing the full facts of the case.

The RM851 million project will be undertaken by Consortium Zenith Construction Sdn Bhd.

'The loss of trust in the administration is creating a nervous and restless atmosphere in the country.'

COMMENT | People are now listening even if you are refusing to.

Some of the conspiracies were incubated in the dark and anonymous corners of the internet.

MP SPEAKS | Here is my wishlist for Malaysians to do collectively to improve our economy.

He says leaders must champion the plight of underprivileged people of all races.

ADUN SPEAKS | If there is evidence, charge those arrested right away, instead of detaining them under Sosma.

The group of 39 hikers left stranded due to gushing waters from upstream after heavy rain.

The unbeaten Belgians have 21 points from seven games, with only one goal conceded. 

She is the first woman to win that many all-around titles at the gymnastics world championships.

Pyongyang denounces UN Security Council call for it to give up its nuclear weapons, slams US missile testing.

Several candidates have already released plans to ensure greater equality for LGBTQ people.

Patrick Crusius faces the death penalty if convicted for the killing of 22 people at a Walmart store.

This comes after a 'positive' meeting between Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar and Britain's Boris Johnson.

YOURSAY | Bersatu’s dilemma – stay with Harapan or join Umno-PAS.

People on the street are eager for initiatives to cope with the rising cost of living and more opportunities to enjoy a quality life.

COMMENT | "If Malays follow your brand of unity - supporting a single party come hell or high water - they would have stuck with Umno."

COMMENT | The Malay Dignity Congress was anything but dignified.

This is for the integrated development of the area, which will include commercial and housing development.

It will oversee the implementation of the automatic voter registration and coordinate information to the citizens as well.

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