Archive - 16 January 2024

HR ministry lodges police report against employer in quota fraud scandal

HR ministry lodges police report against employer in quota fraud scandal

Steven Sim says police probe can extend towards his ministry's staff too.
Pay migrant workers you bring in or get punished, minister tells companies

Pay migrant workers you bring in or get punished, minister tells companies

UPDATED 8.22PM | Steven Sim says salaries must be paid even if they have no jobs.
Wan Fayhsal wants AGC to explain graft acquittal of Mat Sabu's ex-aide

Wan Fayhsal wants AGC to explain graft acquittal of Mat Sabu's ex-aide

Bersatu leader says it harkens back to DPM Zahid's DNAA.
Income from overseas unit trusts exempted from CGT, taxes

Income from overseas unit trusts exempted from CGT, taxes

Finance minister II says unit trusts are unintentionally affected by the tax.
Halimah's vision: Make PAS non-Muslims' top choice in 2030

Halimah's vision: Make PAS non-Muslims' top choice in 2030

This starts with a two-day retreat to formulate strategies, says unity bureau chief.
Mentega Terbang: Groups accuse govt of silencing artistic freedom

Mentega Terbang: Groups accuse govt of silencing artistic freedom

Film's director, producer to be charged with religious offence tomorrow.
Court fines civil servant RM30k for abusing position

Court fines civil servant RM30k for abusing position

He pleads guilty to appointing his brother's company as supplier to govt.
Papers of lewd video linked to former J-Kom chief submitted to AGC: Cops

Papers of lewd video linked to former J-Kom chief submitted to AGC: Cops

CID chief says documents sent on Dec 18, AGC reviewing them.
KINIGUIDE | What's a fixed-term Parliament, can it 'save' govt?

KINIGUIDE | What's a fixed-term Parliament, can it 'save' govt?

Malaysiakini explores FTPA, its implications and if it was even what Zahid suggested.
More jobless migrants make their way from Pengerang to embassy in KL

More jobless migrants make their way from Pengerang to embassy in KL

Employer says long wait for jobs due to stringent security checks.
Locals oppose Abang Jo's 'anti-crocodile' Tutoh dam proposal

Locals oppose Abang Jo's 'anti-crocodile' Tutoh dam proposal

Over 500 signatures collected in petition against proposed dam on Tutoh River.
Second religious building catches fire in Batu Pahat

Second religious building catches fire in Batu Pahat

A surau and a mosque in the district experienced similar incidents one day apart.
Perhaps it's personal for Dr M, says disappointed unity minister

Perhaps it's personal for Dr M, says disappointed unity minister

UPDATED 4.42PM | Aaron says his ministry will not compromise with those fanning racial flames.
Zakir Naik countersues Ramasamy over alleged defamation

Zakir Naik countersues Ramasamy over alleged defamation

UPDATED 4.47PM | Preacher accuses former DAP leader of making 3 defamatory statements in 2019.
Sedition probe: Cops quiz Ngeh, 66 witnesses called

Sedition probe: Cops quiz Ngeh, 66 witnesses called

Police CID director says they have received 70 reports against the DAP MP.
Fixed-term Parliament law can reduce problems, political issues - Loke

Fixed-term Parliament law can reduce problems, political issues - Loke

'It must be seen in terms of its implementation'.
Remand extended for suspect in Ngeh's house fire probe - police

Remand extended for suspect in Ngeh's house fire probe - police

Magistrate’s Court extends remand until tomorrow.
YOURSAY | Dr M undermining his own Vision 2020

YOURSAY | Dr M undermining his own Vision 2020

‘He will say and do anything that suits his selfish agenda.’
For old timers who feel 'invincible', Puad cites case of Pol Pot's friend

For old timers who feel 'invincible', Puad cites case of Pol Pot's friend

‘Authorities must probe them, even if they are old.’
PM: Fixed-Term Parliament Act not a priority, no discussions yet

PM: Fixed-Term Parliament Act not a priority, no discussions yet

UPDATED 1.38PM | Anwar says it's 'a bit premature to decide', looks forward to discussions.
AGC: No probe can be completed if Daim's bid allowed

AGC: No probe can be completed if Daim's bid allowed

UPDATED 1.57PM | 'Public policy clear against allowing legal challenges over ongoing criminal investigation.'
COMMENT | Gender pay gap in Malaysia startling

COMMENT | Gender pay gap in Malaysia startling

Women get 33pct lesser than men, govt must act to remedy situation.
Dr M calling DAP multiracial shocks Ramasamy 'beyond belief'

Dr M calling DAP multiracial shocks Ramasamy 'beyond belief'

Ex-premier did not have good words for party in the past, former leader says.
Dr M views all non-Malays as disloyal except for his cronies: Anwar

Dr M views all non-Malays as disloyal except for his cronies: Anwar

UPDATED 1.15PM | 'Mahathir is known for that… All Malays are lazy, except for himself,' PM adds.
LETTER | South Africa’s splendid strategy at The Hague

LETTER | South Africa’s splendid strategy at The Hague

The country brings evidence of Zionist state's genocidal acts in Gaza.
LETTER | A moral wakeup call from 'Pendatang'

LETTER | A moral wakeup call from 'Pendatang'

We can rise above tribal instincts and embrace altruism, diversity.
Witnesses' statements being taken on Rosmah's representation - DPP

Witnesses' statements being taken on Rosmah's representation - DPP

UPDATED 10.20AM | Wife of ex-PM seeking withdrawal of money laundering, tax evasion charges.
Ministry probes Langkawi eatery for pricing fried chicken at RM20 a plate

Ministry probes Langkawi eatery for pricing fried chicken at RM20 a plate

Trader must justify cost with price of food, official says.
Sabah CM unfazed by possible Umno-Warisan pact

Sabah CM unfazed by possible Umno-Warisan pact

They have tried to rattle me many times but unsuccessful, Hajiji says.

'S'gor councillor appointments paused due to Umno's obstinance'

'S'gor councillor appointments paused due to Umno's obstinance'

Stalemate is affecting appointments of 272 members across 12 local govts.
All 25 licensed haj operators to offer Rahmah package below RM50k

All 25 licensed haj operators to offer Rahmah package below RM50k

Tabung Haji will continue to offer the package as govt requested.
COMMENT | Disastrous to pardon Najib

COMMENT | Disastrous to pardon Najib

Final decision will have far-reaching consequences, beyond just corruption.
Lau: Proposed law should only give fixed term to Parliament

Lau: Proposed law should only give fixed term to Parliament

It shouldn't be introduced to shore up a 'weak' govt, he says.
Allianz Malaysia Charts Path to Sustainability

Allianz Malaysia Charts Path to Sustainability

Allianz Malaysia Focuses on Advancing ESG and Embracing Sustainable Impact
Report on fire at Ngeh's home to be concluded this week - Fire Dept

Report on fire at Ngeh's home to be concluded this week - Fire Dept

‘We’re verifying material contained in 2 items of evidence sent to lab.’
Govt needs to set up more dialysis centres in rural S'wak: Lukanisman

Govt needs to set up more dialysis centres in rural S'wak: Lukanisman

Deputy health minister says no private services available in rural areas.
Govt parties to find common ground at Perak unity convention

Govt parties to find common ground at Perak unity convention

Prime minister is expected to officiate the event.