Archive - 7 March 2024

'Slapped and kicked': Army personnel files report against senior officer

'Slapped and kicked': Army personnel files report against senior officer

Army says it will establish an internal investigation board.
Country facing serious subsidised diesel leakages - minister

Country facing serious subsidised diesel leakages - minister

Ineligible parties may be still enjoying the subsidy, says Amir Hamzah.
Syerleena urges swift action against those sowing discord

Syerleena urges swift action against those sowing discord

DAP leader condemns threatening notes against Nga.
'M'sia witnessing slow murder of media freedom under Fahmi'

'M'sia witnessing slow murder of media freedom under Fahmi'

His careless attitude is insulting to media practitioners, says Wan Saiful.
Cuepacs hopes for special Aidilfitri financial aid

Cuepacs hopes for special Aidilfitri financial aid

'Aid should be continued as a token of appreciation to civil servants.'
Men often fail to uphold syariah laws regarding marital obligations - SIS

Men often fail to uphold syariah laws regarding marital obligations - SIS

Rozana says men do not get punished for their bad behaviour.
Int'l concerts: Look at overall impact, not just economic - Tuan Ibrahim

Int'l concerts: Look at overall impact, not just economic - Tuan Ibrahim

UPDATED 7.13PM | PAS leader says if it has negative value, then it is inappropriate.
Media council reps meet Home Ministry, discuss overlapping powers

Media council reps meet Home Ministry, discuss overlapping powers

Council pro-tem committee member Goh describes discussion as ‘fruitful’.
S'gor MB: Goodyear restructuring in several countries, not just M'sia

S'gor MB: Goodyear restructuring in several countries, not just M'sia

PARLIAMENT | Amirudin denies allegations that govt failed to retain foreign investors.
S'wak DAP chief calls for MACC to investigate Taib's wealth

S'wak DAP chief calls for MACC to investigate Taib's wealth

PARLIAMENT | 'At least a request for asset declaration should be made.'
C4 to keep pushing for Ombudsman Bill despite no update from govt

C4 to keep pushing for Ombudsman Bill despite no update from govt

NGO has come out with its proposal to assist with the tabling.
Hadi's claim govt abolishing pension inaccurate, misleading - Nik Nazmi

Hadi's claim govt abolishing pension inaccurate, misleading - Nik Nazmi

Minister points out govt review of civil servants remuneration doesn't affect existing employees.

China advocates for Palestine to be full UN member

China advocates for Palestine to be full UN member

'China firmly supports Palestinian people regaining their legitimate rights.'
Info dept clears the air on media accreditation issue

Info dept clears the air on media accreditation issue

It reveals new terms for media cards which come into effect today.
Pulai MP calls for clear govt policies on Rohingya refugees

Pulai MP calls for clear govt policies on Rohingya refugees

PARLIAMENT | Suhaizan says their presence causes discomfort to others.
M'sia as 2025 Asean chair will breathe new life into forums - Anwar

M'sia as 2025 Asean chair will breathe new life into forums - Anwar

I believe we will achieve something of consequence, says the PM.
Selangor sultan relinquishes role as MKI chairperson

Selangor sultan relinquishes role as MKI chairperson

Sultan Sharafuddin has chaired national Islamic council for almost 2 years.
China, Asean strive for early conclusion of code of conduct in South China Sea

China, Asean strive for early conclusion of code of conduct in South China Sea

It will remain a sea of peace and cooperation - China's foreign minister.
Bank Negara maintains OPR at 3pct

Bank Negara maintains OPR at 3pct

It has remained at the same level since last May.
'Jangan cabar Islam' notes scattered outside Nga's parents' house

'Jangan cabar Islam' notes scattered outside Nga's parents' house

UPDATED 4.09PM | Minister will let the police handle the matter.
Indian community action plan to be reviewed

Indian community action plan to be reviewed

Govt will also hold engagement sessions with various stakeholders.
Crab seller nabbed for allegedly insulting Raja of Perlis

Crab seller nabbed for allegedly insulting Raja of Perlis

Trader, 41, arrested at Changlun in Kedah.
SRC suit: Bank didn't check Jho Low's claim about acting for Najib - witness

SRC suit: Bank didn't check Jho Low's claim about acting for Najib - witness

UPDATED 2.12PM | Ex-banker says Low constantly name-dropped Najib when dealing with BSI management.
'Unexpected shock': Rafidah on 'leaked memo' of Goodyear plant closure

'Unexpected shock': Rafidah on 'leaked memo' of Goodyear plant closure

52-year-old plant in Shah Alam purportedly closing June 30, 550 jobs affected.
DAP leaders enjoy bak kut teh meal in support of national dish recognition

DAP leaders enjoy bak kut teh meal in support of national dish recognition

UPDATED 4.46PM | They requested the chicken and vegetable versions along with the traditional pork.
LFL slams minister's denial on kids detained in immigration depots

LFL slams minister's denial on kids detained in immigration depots

The HRW claim warrants a probe, not knee-jerk denial, it says.
People still accusing me over missing MH370: Ex-CAAM chairperson

People still accusing me over missing MH370: Ex-CAAM chairperson

10 years on, Azharuddin says he still gets accused of concealing info on the vanished plane.
'Use vending machines to prevent Muslim workers from handling alcohol'

'Use vending machines to prevent Muslim workers from handling alcohol'

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister welcomes MP's suggestion to help Muslim convenience store workers.
PAC to meet LTAT after Hari Raya over its dire financial situation

PAC to meet LTAT after Hari Raya over its dire financial situation

This comes as the agency’s reserves are in the negative.
Bersatu leader swipes at Yeoh, Wan Fayhsal over Taylor Swift

Bersatu leader swipes at Yeoh, Wan Fayhsal over Taylor Swift

'Minister admits govt made no serious effort to secure highly lucrative concert.'
Dong Zong calls for action against don's remark on Chinese schools

Dong Zong calls for action against don's remark on Chinese schools

Teo's statement on Chinese schools undermines unity, says Dong Zong president.
Can Agong refuse emergency request? Lawyer files appeal over court verdict

Can Agong refuse emergency request? Lawyer files appeal over court verdict

Notice of appeal was filed yesterday, now awaiting High Court’s full written judgment.
Prosecutors appeal to reinstate guilty verdict against Isa Samad

Prosecutors appeal to reinstate guilty verdict against Isa Samad

Notice of appeal was filed earlier today, Afzainizam says.
Bersatu leader slams Fahmi over 'media card not licence' remark

Bersatu leader slams Fahmi over 'media card not licence' remark

Razali calls it an insult to media practitioners.
COMMENT | Zahid's land corporation proposal is insidious, unfeasible

COMMENT | Zahid's land corporation proposal is insidious, unfeasible

Patently unfair to reserve 20pct of land for bumiputera on lease renewal.
Provide data, proof to justify citizenship amendments – activists

Provide data, proof to justify citizenship amendments – activists

‘Govt seems to be moving in the wrong direction.’
LETTER | Understanding ramifications of declining ringgit

LETTER | Understanding ramifications of declining ringgit

It increases inflation and affects debt servicing, among others.
Backward step: Watchdog 'deeply concerned' by govt meddling in media

Backward step: Watchdog 'deeply concerned' by govt meddling in media

INTERVIEW | Govt's move to regulate the press could jeopardise past improvements, Alviani says.
COMMENT | Innocent in court of law, guilty in eyes of public

COMMENT | Innocent in court of law, guilty in eyes of public

Netizens have own version and standard of justice.
Avoid playing up political sentiments, Tengku Hassanal tells Pahang leaders

Avoid playing up political sentiments, Tengku Hassanal tells Pahang leaders

I don’t want my subjects to be fighting over politics, he says.
COMMENT | Teresa and Teo in denial over vernacular schools

COMMENT | Teresa and Teo in denial over vernacular schools

Both should work towards creating an egalitarian education system for all.
Govt may get extra revenue of RM3.45b from service tax expansion

Govt may get extra revenue of RM3.45b from service tax expansion

Putrajaya’s revenue from taxation projected to hit RM312.159b this year.
KFintech: More groundbreaking solutions for asset managers across Southeast Asia

KFintech: More groundbreaking solutions for asset managers across Southeast Asia

Linking investors and financial entities via integrated solutions
Anwar's stance against 'China-phobia' laudable - Zheng

Anwar's stance against 'China-phobia' laudable - Zheng

‘PM’s remark reflects developing nations’ pursuit for independence and development.’
KWAP'S gross fund size has grown to RM190.3b – Finance Ministry

KWAP'S gross fund size has grown to RM190.3b – Finance Ministry

Its unaudited consolidated fund amounts to RM169.8b as of Dec 31, 2023.
YOURSAY | Vernacular schools reflect divided society, not its cause

YOURSAY | Vernacular schools reflect divided society, not its cause

'Politicians use education system to further divide and rule the country.'