Archive - 11 September 2023

Two years ago, PM, home minister rallied against PN 'illegally'

Two years ago, PM, home minister rallied against PN 'illegally'

In 2021, police questioned many Harapan MPs for allegedly breaching PAA. 
Sept 16 rally: Obey the laws, apply for permit first -  DIGP

Sept 16 rally: Obey the laws, apply for permit first - DIGP

It has to be applied 5 days before rally, Ayob says. 
KAJ gets approval to revive RM43b Melaka Gateway project

KAJ gets approval to revive RM43b Melaka Gateway project

Poject expected to receive about 3.5 million tourists per year.
Syed Saddiq will move to opposition bloc - speaker

Syed Saddiq will move to opposition bloc - speaker

‘I have asked staffers to move his place to opposition aisle.’
Anti-Zahid rally: Govt MPs hope PN will follow law

Anti-Zahid rally: Govt MPs hope PN will follow law

Harapan lawmakers including Prabakaran remind PN to keep it peaceful. 
MCA polls: Ex-central committee member challenges Wee for presidency

MCA polls: Ex-central committee member challenges Wee for presidency

UPDATED 6.41PM | Meanwhile, Mah Han Soon retains his number 2 spot unopposed. 
CAP urges govt to probe prawn farm project at fisherfolk housing plot

CAP urges govt to probe prawn farm project at fisherfolk housing plot

Which agency gave the company approval, Mohideen asks. 
Anwar: Bumiputera economic congress to be held in Jan, sets new direction

Anwar: Bumiputera economic congress to be held in Jan, sets new direction

PARLIAMENT | Bumiputera-mandated agencies to be enhanced, increase effectiveness.
Muda planning anti-Zahid protest with CSO, undecided on PN’s rally

Muda planning anti-Zahid protest with CSO, undecided on PN’s rally

Party sec-gen says it will give govt time to evaluate its demands.
Kangar PAS chief accused of insulting monarchy, Islamic bodies

Kangar PAS chief accused of insulting monarchy, Islamic bodies

He is expected to be charged in Syariah court on Thursday.
Govt to establish mental health institution - Anwar

Govt to establish mental health institution - Anwar

PARLIAMENT | It has become a growing concern in the country, he says. 
Rule to limit purchase of affordable houses to be enforced

Rule to limit purchase of affordable houses to be enforced

Only one per citizen to ensure adequate supply.
Long-approved projects yet to start work will be cancelled: PM

Long-approved projects yet to start work will be cancelled: PM

PARLIAMENT | This is to make way for more pressing people-oriented projects. 
PM: Govt to resolve school dropouts issue comprehensively

PM: Govt to resolve school dropouts issue comprehensively

PARLIAMENT | Anwar says curriculum will be strengthened to create global talents. 
PSM defends Syed Saddiq amid backlash over decision to quit

PSM defends Syed Saddiq amid backlash over decision to quit

A third bloc is needed to challenge the status quo, says Arutchelvan.
Govt open to reintroduce GST as strategy to widen tax base

Govt open to reintroduce GST as strategy to widen tax base

The possibility is there, but no plans for now, says Rafizi.
Matrimonial claim set for full syariah trial over JJ's RM2.1b estate

Matrimonial claim set for full syariah trial over JJ's RM2.1b estate

UPDATED 4.05PM | Among the properties are houses in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the US.
Breaking Barriers Through Art: "Painting Dreams Alive" Charity Art Exhibition

Breaking Barriers Through Art: "Painting Dreams Alive" Charity Art Exhibition

Explore the inspiring stories of talented local artists with disabilities at Heritouch Art Gallery’s charity art exhibition.
Develop Kelantan first before 'saving M'sia': Umno Youth to PN Youth

Develop Kelantan first before 'saving M'sia': Umno Youth to PN Youth

Party leader says the movement is trying to destabilise the govt.
PM: Targeted inclusive housing projects in major cities under 12MP review

PM: Targeted inclusive housing projects in major cities under 12MP review

Retirement villages are also being mooted, says Anwar.
12MP: Two strategic approaches to address poverty

12MP: Two strategic approaches to address poverty

Economy ministry says this involves Increasing income, improving living standards.
Harapan-BN's victory in Johor shows Zahid's DNAA not a factor, says KJ

Harapan-BN's victory in Johor shows Zahid's DNAA not a factor, says KJ

He says PN has also been 'weak' in capitalising on the issue.
COMMENT | Is Syed Saddiq really a principled person?

COMMENT | Is Syed Saddiq really a principled person?

If so, the Muda chief should resign as MP and seek new mandate. 
Govt to carry out impact study on two data sharing policies

Govt to carry out impact study on two data sharing policies

Engagement at federal, state levels will continue to be conducted.
Management of protected areas strengthened to conserve biodiversity

Management of protected areas strengthened to conserve biodiversity

New protected areas will be gazetted under 12MP. 
Report: Non-radioactive rare earth to create 6.5k jobs, add RM9.5b to GDP

Report: Non-radioactive rare earth to create 6.5k jobs, add RM9.5b to GDP

Industry will be developed hollistically to maximise economic contribution.
Climate change: National adaptation plan to be formulated

Climate change: National adaptation plan to be formulated

Economy Ministry says it will address existing and future vulnerabilities.
12MP review: Govt to set up centre of excellence to develop sports industry

12MP review: Govt to set up centre of excellence to develop sports industry

Centre to enhance sports-related innovation, knowledge.
Govt targets 5 smart cities by 2025 under 12MP

Govt targets 5 smart cities by 2025 under 12MP

Measures will be taken to accelerate recognition of smart cities. 
12MP review: Overlapping issues in public sector to be reduced

12MP review: Overlapping issues in public sector to be reduced

Ministry says measures include a review of laws, outdated legislation.
National development plan to be re-examined

National development plan to be re-examined

PARLIAMENT | Govt will also study public-private partnership policy, says PM. 
Govt to tackle laws concerning beneficial ownership declaration - PM

Govt to tackle laws concerning beneficial ownership declaration - PM

PARLIAMENT | It's to ensure shares are not secretly transferred to certain quarters.
Teen’s religious status: NRD needs more time, court postpones hearing

Teen’s religious status: NRD needs more time, court postpones hearing

Affidavits, written submissions to be prepared in countering the lawsuit.
Govt introduces policies, strategies to achieve Madani economy aspirations

Govt introduces policies, strategies to achieve Madani economy aspirations

PARLIAMENT | PM says it will promote national development and enhance quality of life.
12MP review: Identifying corruption tendency in civil service

12MP review: Identifying corruption tendency in civil service

Govt agencies, public universities to collaborate on criminogenic profiling project.
12MP review: Govt committed to enacting political funding law by 2025

12MP review: Govt committed to enacting political funding law by 2025

New law to strengthen political donation transparency, forbid foreign funding.
Stop questioning DAP’s commitment to constitution, friends and foes told

Stop questioning DAP’s commitment to constitution, friends and foes told

Party's struggle is for all Malaysians, leaders assure.
LETTER | Centhra: Two-state solution unviable

LETTER | Centhra: Two-state solution unviable

Instead, it requires a just and moral approach.
12MP review: Highlights of PM's speech

12MP review: Highlights of PM's speech

UPDATED 2.41PM | PARLIAMENT | 12MP theme is 'Malaysia Madani: Sustainable, Prosperous and High-Income'.
12MP review: Govt doubles down on introducing targeted subsidies

12MP review: Govt doubles down on introducing targeted subsidies

Initial focus on subsidies for electricity, diesel, and petrol.
LETTER | Unity government is digging its own grave

LETTER | Unity government is digging its own grave

Such fate awaits if it refuses to resolve Umno and Zahid's matters.
LETTER | The missing link of DAP's centre-left ideology

LETTER | The missing link of DAP's centre-left ideology

The party's new ideology raises questions about its credibility.
COMMENT | Malay-Muslim dilemma: Can Anwar bring out the best from both?

COMMENT | Malay-Muslim dilemma: Can Anwar bring out the best from both?

It's unclear whether the PM will be able to bring significant changes.
3 Pest Myths Busted

3 Pest Myths Busted

Let's bust the myths of using passed-down natural remedies to get rid of cockroaches, ants, and mosquitoes.
Govt leaders welcome Syed Saddiq's move, hope he'll support reform

Govt leaders welcome Syed Saddiq's move, hope he'll support reform

Muda has the right to decide on its struggle, says Hassan Karim.
2017 tahfiz fire: Appellate court upholds arsonist's conviction, jail term

2017 tahfiz fire: Appellate court upholds arsonist's conviction, jail term

UPDATED 1.14PM | Appeal of 22-year-old has been dismissed.
Luna Dry Is Initial Malaysia’s Latest Sustainable and Innovative Hand Dryer

Luna Dry Is Initial Malaysia’s Latest Sustainable and Innovative Hand Dryer

Be blown away by the powerful yet energy-efficient air of the Luna Dry hand dryer
LETTER | Don't pre-empt the Dewan Rakyat speaker

LETTER | Don't pre-empt the Dewan Rakyat speaker

Govt and opposition both have overstepped their boundaries.
COMMENT | DAP has earned its 'lapdog' label

COMMENT | DAP has earned its 'lapdog' label

DAP has coupled with far-right Malay power brokers who betray them.
Telcos to sign agreement on equity stakes in DNB soon - minister

Telcos to sign agreement on equity stakes in DNB soon - minister

5G network can be accelerated with telcos' involvement, Fahmi says.
COMMENT | Building a nation on lies

COMMENT | Building a nation on lies

Unity doesn’t mean you keep mum when injustice happens.
Govt encourages fisherfolk to produce own downstream products

Govt encourages fisherfolk to produce own downstream products

Initiative by Fisheries Authority aims to improve their living standards.
YOURSAY | This is the power of one

YOURSAY | This is the power of one

‘Syed Saddiq, enjoy your status as an independent MP while it lasts.’
PN to take to the streets

PN to take to the streets

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