Archive - 6 March 2025

Seputeh DAP Youth reveals 2 party members under MACC probe

Seputeh DAP Youth reveals 2 party members under MACC probe

MP says probe purportedly over her speech on acquiring smartboards for schools.
EPF amendment bill passes with protection for non-citizen workers

EPF amendment bill passes with protection for non-citizen workers

'Mandatory social protection for non-citizens in line with int'l best practices.'
Cops probe video of individuals insulting Islam

Cops probe video of individuals insulting Islam

Video thought to be reaction to radio hosts who allegedly mocked Hinduism.
Saifuddin yet to decide on contesting in PKR polls

Saifuddin yet to decide on contesting in PKR polls

The PKR central leadership council member says this ahead of the election in May.
MACC's date with Ismail Sabri postponed again – report

MACC's date with Ismail Sabri postponed again – report

Ex-PM to be questioned again, new date on March 13.
Federal capitation grant for states up 25pct to RM548m

Federal capitation grant for states up 25pct to RM548m

This is an increase of RM109 million effective from 2026.
Cross-party parliamentary group formed for harmony

Cross-party parliamentary group formed for harmony

Bangi MP Syahredzan is the group's chair.
Pusat Komas moots 'National Harmony Commission'

Pusat Komas moots 'National Harmony Commission'

This comes after radio presenters' mimicry of Thaipusam customs.
'Illegal e-waste factories may be linked to organised crime'

'Illegal e-waste factories may be linked to organised crime'

Premises raided, revealing 50 tonnes of bullets, live ammunition.
Cops are impartial in 3R probes - Saifuddin

Cops are impartial in 3R probes - Saifuddin

Home minister also stresses police have no authority to decide on prosecution.
Health Ministry's 5-year plan to prevent teens from smoking

Health Ministry's 5-year plan to prevent teens from smoking

Towards smoke-free community even after Generational Endgame policy dropped.
Saravanan: Arrest controversial preacher under Sosma

Saravanan: Arrest controversial preacher under Sosma

UPDATED 6.57PM | The MIC leader also urges the Hindu community to lodge mass police reports.
DBKL officers injured in altercation with unlicensed hawkers

DBKL officers injured in altercation with unlicensed hawkers

Incident occurred at Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman-Jalan Benteng bazaar yesterday.
Speaker rejects motion to refer Wee for disciplinary action

Speaker rejects motion to refer Wee for disciplinary action

This is over the MCA chief's speech on EPF's buyback of MAHB shares.
Govt passes law committing to be efficient

Govt passes law committing to be efficient

PARLIAMENT | However, some MPs raise doubt over some provisions of the bill.
Bank Negara maintains OPR at 3pct

Bank Negara maintains OPR at 3pct

Central bank anticipates positive global economic conditions, notwithstanding possible disruptions by global powers.
PAC finds irregularities over migrant worker system agreement

PAC finds irregularities over migrant worker system agreement

Home Ministry found to have issued acceptance letter before agreement finalised.
Aide: PM reminds all to not exploit religious issues for incitement

Aide: PM reminds all to not exploit religious issues for incitement

UPDATED 5.37PM | Tunku Nashrul says certain parties baselessly claim double standards on such issues.
'Difficult to promise', Azalina says on political financing law before GE16

'Difficult to promise', Azalina says on political financing law before GE16

'It needs to be scrutinised by stakeholders, especially the public.'
No report on alleged AI chip smuggling through M'sia: Zafrul

No report on alleged AI chip smuggling through M'sia: Zafrul

Chips have reportedly been smuggled from Singapore to Malaysia, bound for China.
Dewan Rakyat approves Carbon Capture Bill

Dewan Rakyat approves Carbon Capture Bill

Bill approved after third reading by economy minister.
EIGER Adventure Ampang: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts

EIGER Adventure Ampang: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Gear Up for Your Next Adventure at Malaysia’s Largest EIGER Store!
Govt tables Bill to form Whistleblower Protection Committee

Govt tables Bill to form Whistleblower Protection Committee

Law currently gives enforcement agencies power over whistleblower protection.
State Islamic legislative competence report ready: Na'im

State Islamic legislative competence report ready: Na'im

The report will be tabled to the National Islamic Affairs Council, Conference of Rulers for approval.
LETTER | Parking fee hike welcomed, better public transport please

LETTER | Parking fee hike welcomed, better public transport please

Better public transport and stricter parking rules to tackle congestion in Penang.
Hamzah urges muftis to add 'cartel rice' category for zakat fitrah payment

Hamzah urges muftis to add 'cartel rice' category for zakat fitrah payment

UPDATED 5.24PM | Opposition leader says this is due to the lack of local rice supply.
Govt 'lucky' to pass Constitution amendments - Hamzah

Govt 'lucky' to pass Constitution amendments - Hamzah

UPDATED 6.32PM | Opposition leader says 148 votes is just one more than needed.
Home minister can declare any place, including house, as prison

Home minister can declare any place, including house, as prison

This means house arrest is already possible without legislative amendments.
Umno threatens legal action on those linking Ismail Sabri probe to party

Umno threatens legal action on those linking Ismail Sabri probe to party

UPDATED 6.02PM | Let MACC do its job, Asyraf says.
Bersih lauds Parliament Services Bill's passage, but says its not perfect

Bersih lauds Parliament Services Bill's passage, but says its not perfect

Electoral watchdog also calls for dedicated Parliament committee on election affairs.
Allianz Malaysia, MISAR join forces to aid East Malaysia flood victims

Allianz Malaysia, MISAR join forces to aid East Malaysia flood victims

MISAR began its relief operations in late January, providing essential aid to flood victims in Kota Marudu, Pitas, and Beaufort in Sabah.
Saravanan: Criticise, investigate all racists equally

Saravanan: Criticise, investigate all racists equally

'Just as we condemn those mocking Hinduism, we must be firm on those who disrespect other religions.'
Ministry mulls delegating powers to cops to tackle environmental crimes

Ministry mulls delegating powers to cops to tackle environmental crimes

PARLIAMENT | Minister says legislative amendments are also on the cards.
COMMENT | GLC leaders feeling the heat - and they're singing Anwar's tune

COMMENT | GLC leaders feeling the heat - and they're singing Anwar's tune

PM on a major push against centralised power.

Court freezes 1MDB-linked cash, shares held by Saudi prince, Najib's ex-PR man

Court freezes 1MDB-linked cash, shares held by Saudi prince, Najib's ex-PR man

UPDATED 1.21PM | The US$4.5 million is in a Riyadh account while the shares are held in UK.
MP SPEAKS | Use facts when discussing budget for non-bumi

MP SPEAKS | Use facts when discussing budget for non-bumi

Non-bumi contribute to nation-building too in terms of tax, human resources.
COMMENT | Forces shaping healthcare crisis

COMMENT | Forces shaping healthcare crisis

Healthcare system risks becoming playground for profit-driven entities at expense of patient care.
24 sinkhole cases recorded between 2019 and 2024 - ministry

24 sinkhole cases recorded between 2019 and 2024 - ministry

Three incidents were recorded in KL and Penang each, ministry adds.
Proposed electricity rate hike due to rising fossil fuel prices, ministry says

Proposed electricity rate hike due to rising fossil fuel prices, ministry says

UPDATED 2.52PM | It adds that projected fuel prices are the primary consideration in tariff adjustment.
Establish Animal Welfare Board to manage stray issues – NGO

Establish Animal Welfare Board to manage stray issues – NGO

GHRF suggests the board be parked under Prime Minister’s Department.
No amendments to anti-hopping law yet, but talks welcome: Azalina

No amendments to anti-hopping law yet, but talks welcome: Azalina

Minister adds that Political Funding Bill still in the works, key points being discussed.
Unity minister wants probe on Zamri, others who made religious insults

Unity minister wants probe on Zamri, others who made religious insults

Aaron says their conduct was unacceptable and stern action must be taken.
Court rules law on wounding religious feelings of others valid

Court rules law on wounding religious feelings of others valid

UPDATED 12.32PM | This is in relation to 'Mentega Terbang' filmmakers challenging their criminal charges.
Ramkarpal wants preacher's offensive post against Hindus removed

Ramkarpal wants preacher's offensive post against Hindus removed

UPDATED 11.42AM | Failure to do so could cause further harm, warns MP.
Empowering Women, Transforming Futures

Empowering Women, Transforming Futures

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we honour women across the globe who break barriers and make a lasting impact to those around them.

YOURSAY | Arrest Muslim preacher condoning mocking of other religions

YOURSAY | Arrest Muslim preacher condoning mocking of other religions

'What's Zamri's right to say if Hindus don't want to be mocked, stop doing such things?'
COMMENT | Urban Renewal Act - a heritage perspective

COMMENT | Urban Renewal Act - a heritage perspective

We cannot just throw out the old and replace them with a trophy.
Police probing tourist's claim of cops extorting $800

Police probing tourist's claim of cops extorting $800

Netizen claims to have received the money back and scolded errant cops.