Malaysian Coalition of Hindu NGOs and Temples hopes that the government would postpone the tabling of the Mufti (Federal Territories) Bill 2024 which is scheduled to be tabled in the current Dewan Rakyat session. “We urge the government to postpone the tabling of the Mufti Bill temporarily and host consultation and negotiations for the bill…
Ayer Hitam MP Datuk Seri Ir Dr Wee Ka Siong was appointed as investment adviser for nationals and companies from China in Malaysia by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday. The appointment was made when Ahmad Zahid officiated MCA’s annual general assembly at the San Choon Hall, Wisma MCA. While many on…
An activist questioned the lack of police action against pro-Palestinian supporter who insulted Hindus and the various Indian communities despite numerous police reports that was lodged. “There has been no police action taken against Mythreyar even though he insulted Hindus and the various Indian ethnicities in Malaysia. This is a serious offence as it involves…
A former PKR leader wants Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and PKR to take the lead in resolving issues concerning the Indian community in Malaysia. Ex-PKR deputy secretary general S Raveentharan said that there is a dire need to focus on the B60 working class Indians since the community leaders are split and not…
The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) confirmed that the death of a friendly stray dog, Kopi was due to an capture and disposal operation involving wild dogs that was conducted by the Besut District Council on Oct 6. “The operation which was conducted on Oct 6 in Kampung Raja, Paya Rawa. Pengkalan Nyireh, Air Tawar,…
BY: Dr A Lingeshwaran The overall budget for Ministry of Health (MOH) saw an increase of 9% compared to this year. However, the increase is at a much lower pace compared to Budget 2024 and also far from the 5% GDP that was the benchmark for upper middle income country. Hence, the MOH should focus…
Guided by the ‘MADANI Economy framework’ and three focus areas of ‘Reinvigorating the Economy, Driving Reforms, Prospering the Rakyat’, Belanjawan 2025 incorporates right measures to breath new life into the ‘soul’ of Kuala Lumpur (KL). This involves a combination of allocations designed to climate-proof, preserve culture and heritage, develop talent capacity, as well as improve…
A police report has been lodged against B Sathiskumar, better known as Dulal Brothers, and Shalini Periasamy for cyberbullying another victim. For the record, both of the above were charged in court previously for cyberbullying TikTok influencer A Rajeswary, better known as Esha. The police report was lodged by Hema Subramaniam on Sept 30 at…
Ideal Property Group has etch another milestone in an impressive portfolio of completing development projects fast and efficiency in Penang with the launching of the next phase of its inaugural industrial project -“Ideal Business Hub.” This marks the company’s foray into industrial development under the leadership of its chairman Tan Sri Alex Ooi Kee Liang….
The Ringgit traded slightly higher against the US Dollar (USD) at the opening as traders anticipated that the local currency would trade sideways while focusing on next year’s fiscal deficit targets, even as global banks continued to pursue easy monetary policies. At 8 am, the Ringgit edged up to 4.3050/3250 against USD from yesterday’s close…
