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Putrajaya freezes UNHCR refugee registrations, shifts control to new DPP scheme

Putrajaya freezes UNHCR refugee registrations, shifts control to new DPP scheme

Deputy minister says this is to ensure orderly registration under the government.
Tok Mat: M'sia reaffirms sovereignty based on 1979 map, rejects China's claims

Tok Mat: M'sia reaffirms sovereignty based on 1979 map, rejects China's claims

'We have never held any negotiations with China on such claims.'
Monthly Sara recipients at 5.6m, RM4.6b spent so far this year: Amir

Monthly Sara recipients at 5.6m, RM4.6b spent so far this year: Amir

Finance minister II tells Dewan Negara that the aid has a 99pct usage rate.
Govt open to input on formulating political funding bill

Govt open to input on formulating political funding bill

This is to ensure bill is in line with international standards, says deputy minister.
MP SPEAKS | Gig Workers Bill: Madani in action

MP SPEAKS | Gig Workers Bill: Madani in action

It has been lauded as a revolutionary step in protecting gig workers.
Dewan Negara passes Gig Workers Bill and 18 others, adjourns sine die

Dewan Negara passes Gig Workers Bill and 18 others, adjourns sine die

Others include the Government Procurement Bill and the motion on 13MP.
Nearly 30 fire cases involving EVs recorded since 2023 - deputy minister

Nearly 30 fire cases involving EVs recorded since 2023 - deputy minister

Aiman says while EVs are greener, they still pose a significant fire risk.
Two-thirds of cases involving politicians given NFA: Azalina

Two-thirds of cases involving politicians given NFA: Azalina

This is according to AGC data, minister tells Dewan Negara in written reply.
Allocations based on needs, not race - Anwar tells Dewan Negara

Allocations based on needs, not race - Anwar tells Dewan Negara

Govt remains committed to ensuring all groups get benefits, PM says.
No need to hide my face, cuffs: Ex-Dewan Negara deputy president

No need to hide my face, cuffs: Ex-Dewan Negara deputy president

Ali remains defiant over MACC arrest, urges friends not to be upset.
'Yolo' can lead to rise in HIV, says deputy health minister

'Yolo' can lead to rise in HIV, says deputy health minister

Lukanisman tells Dewan Negara it encourages risky behaviour including same-sex relationships.
Universiti Selangor VC and DAP leader sworn in as senators

Universiti Selangor VC and DAP leader sworn in as senators

Senate now has 58 members with the new appointments.
Senator: Retain vernacular schools with condition to strengthen BM

Senator: Retain vernacular schools with condition to strengthen BM

Azhar says national language, history must be standardised across all schools.
Fahmi: Setting minimum age for social media usage needs further review

Fahmi: Setting minimum age for social media usage needs further review

Thorough analysis on impact of setting age limit must be done, minister tells Dewan Negara.
Academic, ex-Teratai rep appointed Dewan Negara members

Academic, ex-Teratai rep appointed Dewan Negara members

Redzuan and Tiew to represent Selangor for three years.
Dewan Negara passes Budget 2025

Dewan Negara passes Budget 2025

Bill approved after six days of debate, winding up.
Dewan Negara: Call for govt to implement national health insurance scheme

Dewan Negara: Call for govt to implement national health insurance scheme

Act boldly without fear of political threats, says Hatta.
COMMENT | Senators, do the right thing for stateless persons

COMMENT | Senators, do the right thing for stateless persons

Dewan Negara should debate and resolve regressive amendments to citizenship bill.
LETTER | Sabah, S'wak mustn't accept 'dangerous' one-third Senate seats proposal

LETTER | Sabah, S'wak mustn't accept 'dangerous' one-third Senate seats proposal

These groups do not respect Sabahans and S’wakians, act like colonial masters.
COMMENT | Reject one-third Senate seats for Sabah, S'wak

COMMENT | Reject one-third Senate seats for Sabah, S'wak

Proposal is disingenuous as true power lies in Dewan Rakyat.
COMMENT | Veto power for East M'sia in Dewan Negara

COMMENT | Veto power for East M'sia in Dewan Negara

A realistic pathway to realise MA63 spirit and strengthen federalism.
Shamsul: Officers don’t get absolute power under drug rehab law amendments

Shamsul: Officers don’t get absolute power under drug rehab law amendments

Drug addicts must obtain certification from registered medical practitioners for treatment.
Data protection law changes needed due to rapid tech growth - Gobind

Data protection law changes needed due to rapid tech growth - Gobind

Digital economy offers great opportunity but also risks, says digital minister.
MIC to submit proposal to govt on regulating social media use

MIC to submit proposal to govt on regulating social media use

Its women’s wing highlights detrimental effects of social media on children, students.