Archive - 31 March 2026

Govt denies claim PM delayed Azam share probe disclosure

Govt denies claim PM delayed Azam share probe disclosure

Shamsul says AGC would take action against Bloomberg over allegation.
PKR MP calls for Padu optimisation amid fuel subsidy cuts

PKR MP calls for Padu optimisation amid fuel subsidy cuts

Current approach still has weaknesses, Lee says.
Evidence shows ex-Perlis MB received over RM1m from illicit activities, witness says

Evidence shows ex-Perlis MB received over RM1m from illicit activities, witness says

Investigation found refund was set by Azlan himself after cancelling holiday - Safwan.

Tamil portal journalist under probe for 'trespass' freed on police bail

Tamil portal journalist under probe for 'trespass' freed on police bail

We will discuss with lawyers before taking further action - Pavalaselvan.
No laughing matter: Loke says govt in 'crisis mode' to tackle Iran war fallout

No laughing matter: Loke says govt in 'crisis mode' to tackle Iran war fallout

Transport minister says people should not take for granted that daily life largely unaffected.
Appeals court to decide on federal govt's stay bid in Sabah 40pct grant case on Monday

Appeals court to decide on federal govt's stay bid in Sabah 40pct grant case on Monday

The three-judge bench says time is needed to consider issues raised in application.
LETTER | Why East M'sian voters deserve postal voting reform

LETTER | Why East M'sian voters deserve postal voting reform

We need to address this structural gap in our democratic system.
Hours after deadline, Chin still silent on identity of 'RM9.5m' PKR MP

Hours after deadline, Chin still silent on identity of 'RM9.5m' PKR MP

Speculation grows that businessperson has not revealed a name as the money was returned.
Rawang temple dispute: High Court rules in favour of landowner over demolition

Rawang temple dispute: High Court rules in favour of landowner over demolition

Temple committee to file an appeal soon, counsel says.
Govt defends 'developmental' EV policy after Chinese carmaker reviews plant project

Govt defends 'developmental' EV policy after Chinese carmaker reviews plant project

Conditions imposed on BYD aligned with govt policy, Johari says.
Institutions must be strengthened to ensure meaningful income growth: BNM

Institutions must be strengthened to ensure meaningful income growth: BNM

Central bank says Malaysia needs to go beyond just having a minimum wage.
LETTER | SPM is a guide, not one's destiny

LETTER | SPM is a guide, not one's destiny

Paper qualifications aside, we need critical thinking and adaptability, among others.
Court orders Najib to pay SRC US$1.3b

Court orders Najib to pay SRC US$1.3b

UPDATED 2.35PM | Ex-PM liable for breaching fiduciary duty and committing misfeasance in public office, judge says.
'I'm struggling': Ex-Kedah FC star turns to crowdfunding over unpaid wages

'I'm struggling': Ex-Kedah FC star turns to crowdfunding over unpaid wages

San Martin claims can't support family as club hasn't paid him for 2 months.
No summaries, no excerpts: Ex-MP demands full disclosure on Azam's shares

No summaries, no excerpts: Ex-MP demands full disclosure on Azam's shares

Keeping the investigation report under wraps signals a continued culture of secrecy, says Charles.
Fifa chief urges Iran to participate in World Cup

Fifa chief urges Iran to participate in World Cup

Iranian team says it will boycott the US, a co-host.
YOURSAY | Silence on corruption not acceptable

YOURSAY | Silence on corruption not acceptable

'Demand full disclosure, ensure independent verification, and take clear action based on due process.'
From secrecy to sharing

From secrecy to sharing

Govt needs to learn lessons from S’gor, Penang to craft national Freedom of Information law.

SNAPSHOT | Social media age restriction by June; MyCC probes tourism group

SNAPSHOT | Social media age restriction by June; MyCC probes tourism group

KINI SNAPSHOT | What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.

Media council urges fair probe into journalist's trespass arrest

Media council urges fair probe into journalist's trespass arrest

Any action against the press must be strictly assessed based on principles of necessity, proportionality
No toll charges for 'friendly' Malaysian vessels, says Iranian envoy

No toll charges for 'friendly' Malaysian vessels, says Iranian envoy

Valiollah confirms Tehran informed of seven ships intending to transit Strait of Hormuz.
Palestine slams Israeli law for death penalty on its prisoners as a 'war crime'

Palestine slams Israeli law for death penalty on its prisoners as a 'war crime'

It's a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, Palestinian Authority says.
I remain committed, Nurul Izzah dispels resignation claims

I remain committed, Nurul Izzah dispels resignation claims

PKR deputy president urges public not to be influenced by unverified information.
COMMENT | Ghost of Battersea revisits

COMMENT | Ghost of Battersea revisits

We need to conduct forensic audit on all companies involved in the project.
Fact check: Did US defense secretary declare Islam an enemy?

Fact check: Did US defense secretary declare Islam an enemy?

UPDATED 9.36AM | Checks find Hegseth's remarks were quoted inaccurately.