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Despite threats, investigative journalism remains resilient

Despite threats, investigative journalism remains resilient

We are journalists, not content creators, says Nobel laureate.
Media council elects 12 board members at inaugural meeting

Media council elects 12 board members at inaugural meeting

Mkini director Premesh Chandran elected under media companies category.
Media council to hold inaugural meeting on Friday

Media council to hold inaugural meeting on Friday

Council set to elect its 12-member governing board.
Media council denounces press restrictions at Kg Sg Baru eviction

Media council denounces press restrictions at Kg Sg Baru eviction

Journos should have access so they can objectively report public interest matters - Premesh.
Media Council Bill passed, marking historic industry milestone

Media Council Bill passed, marking historic industry milestone

The idea for the council was first mooted in 1973.
Asia Mobiliti mulls legal action over DRT service appointment claims

Asia Mobiliti mulls legal action over DRT service appointment claims

Company states its appointment was made public nearly a year ago.
We won't partake in unethical practices, says Asia Mobiliti co-founder

We won't partake in unethical practices, says Asia Mobiliti co-founder

Firm defends role in Selangor Mobiliti's demand-responsive transit service.
Book on Malaysiakini to be launched on Sunday

Book on Malaysiakini to be launched on Sunday

Book will provide critical insights into inner workings of Malaysiakini.
An interview with Premesh Chandran

An interview with Premesh Chandran

He talks about his time with Malaysiakini and his future plans.

Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran to step down

Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran to step down

He says it’s time to let the next generation lead Malaysiakini. 

11.11.99 - When Mahathir gave us 9 days to launch Malaysiakini

11.11.99 - When Mahathir gave us 9 days to launch Malaysiakini

Next Saturday, Nov 20, marks Malaysiakini’s 22nd anniversary.

Despite harassment, Rewcastle-Brown has no regret exposing 1MDB scandal

Despite harassment, Rewcastle-Brown has no regret exposing 1MDB scandal

‘The harassment is a sign that I’m doing the right stories.’
COMMENT | The business of the media industry - can it survive?

COMMENT | The business of the media industry - can it survive?

Digital disruption closing more print media, online sites hit too.

Malaysiakini pays RM500,000 contempt of court fine

Malaysiakini pays RM500,000 contempt of court fine

CEO Premesh Chandran makes the payment after a successful fundraiser collected nearly RM750,000.

PN leaders, Muhyiddin, Azmin benefitted from open media - Mkini CEO

PN leaders, Muhyiddin, Azmin benefitted from open media - Mkini CEO

'We are really trying to persuade the govt that independent free media is essential for the country,' says Premesh Chandran.
LIVE | Federal Court reserves judgment over AG’s contempt bid against Mkini

LIVE | Federal Court reserves judgment over AG’s contempt bid against Mkini

Malaysiakini brings you live coverage of the proceedings at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.

Gov't support needed for media council to become a reality - Mkini CEO

Gov't support needed for media council to become a reality - Mkini CEO

'We haven't heard from the new government which came to power in March,' Premesh says during a coffee talk webcast.
Media council pro-tem committee expands membership, works on draft bill

Media council pro-tem committee expands membership, works on draft bill

The draft bill will encompass six principles, including the dismantling of laws which curb media freedom.

Media council takes shape, pro-tem committee appointed

Media council takes shape, pro-tem committee appointed

Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran has been appointed as the head of the 17-member committee.
A salute to Malaysiakini - 20 years of perseverance

A salute to Malaysiakini - 20 years of perseverance

LETTER | The portal has pursued a dream, faced down challenges and served this country gallantly.

Malaysiakini co-founders to release half of their shares to a Trust

Malaysiakini co-founders to release half of their shares to a Trust

The decision comes as part of the transition to pass the baton to new leaders.
Scammer posing as Mkini CEO tries to make a quick RM5k

Scammer posing as Mkini CEO tries to make a quick RM5k

'I need to make payment to a vendor, I will issue you a check later', reads the e-mail.

Retiree-led team bags top prize at 'Seek The Truth' treasure hunt

Retiree-led team bags top prize at 'Seek The Truth' treasure hunt

The team wins RM3,000 in Malaysiakini's first-ever treasure hunt, a journey from Petaling Jaya to Penang.

Govt urged to hasten set up of media council, Indonesian model cited

Govt urged to hasten set up of media council, Indonesian model cited

It will strengthen the media so it can operate independently, says Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran.