Malaysiakini compares the key news and views in major newspapers. What is today's agenda for the English, Bahasa, Tamil and Chinese papers?

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English newspapers

New Straits Times gave prominent to inspector-general of police Musa Hassan, who blasted political leaders for destructive behaviour. He likened them having become role models for criminals.

Star headlined the reduction of the interest rate on fixed deposits by 10 banks, following Bank Negara’s recent move to slash the key interest rate.

Malay newspapers

Utusan Malaysia reported on the export ban on all types of sand from Johor.

Berita Harian led with Finance Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s assurance that the RM5 billion aid to ailing Valuecap will not be used to save individuals with political or government connections.

Chinese newspapers

Oriental Daily News headlined a revelation by DAP stalwart Lim Kit Siang that police chief Musa Hassan’s son is affiliated to two companies that received two multi-billion ringgit contracts from the government.

Sin Chew Daily front-paged lawyer Zaid Ibrahim’s claim that he is a victim of double standards in Umno, following his sacking from the party without an opportunity to be heard first.

Nanyang Siang Pau reported that premier-in-waiting Najib has promised there will not be a snap election after he take over next March.

China Press carried Health Minister Liow Tiong Lai’s view that the general health of Malaysians is worsening due to poor lifestyle choices.

Tamil newspapers

Malaysia Nanban reported that the airport in Chennai has been placed under increased security surveillance following terrorist threats.

Tamil Nesan

and Makkal Osai reported that a landslide occurred in Jalan Damansara and Jalan Semantan in Kuala Lumpur, following a heavy downpour yesterday.

Editorial

New Straits Times highlighted the shortage of medical specialists in public hospitals.

Berita Harian called for an integrated action plan to be implemented to stimulate Malaysia’s tourism industry.

Nanyang Siang Pau said the government must be prepared for problems in the automobile industry and map out a policy to give it a boost.

Sin Chew Daily hailed the opinion of Selangor Ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who said the ‘social contract’ should not be argued about any longer, but should be protected by all Malaysians.

Malaysia Nanban questioned Selangor’s decision on metal-trade licences and its impact on traders.

Makkal Osai commented on Zaid’s political future.

Tamil Nesan suggested new methods to boost tourist arrivals.