Umno vice president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani confirmed that the BN coalition would field a young candidate who has on-the-ground experience in the upcoming Nenggiri by-election, slated Aug 17. “Of course we’ve chosen a young candidate, with on-the-ground (experience). “We cannot field someone just by plucking the person from the sky. “It must be…
The police force (PDRM) will not compromise with its personnel who are corrupt and in cahoots with criminal cartels. “Through the Integrity and Standard Compliance Department, Bukit Aman is always committed to taking action on any party that has broken the law, including those protecting illegal activities for bribes,” said Inspector General of Police Tan…
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that his cabinet has approved RM100 million as subsidy allocation to assist Felda cover its operational costs. “The government has implemented targeted diesel subsidies to tackle the smuggling and leakage of subsidised diesel. “At the same time, the government has prepared aid for targeted groups in need, including…
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed that the standard operating procedure on the sale and use of dangerous poisons are being refined. “This is an issue I need to follow up on because we know that this poison is indeed fatal or dangerous due to its high toxicity levels,” NST quoted him as…
Nanyang Daily front paged that experts familiar with the durian export process said that 167 operators have applied for fresh durian export permits. The Malaysian government has completed the list review and is awaiting approval from the Chinese authorities. China Press headlined that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim noted that despite the country’s debt…
Umno supreme council member Datuk Dr Puad Zarkashi took PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin to task over the Gelombang Selamatkan Malaysia (Save Malaysia Wave) rally “Can Muhyiddin save Malaysia? Malaysia fell for 17 months when Muhyiddin was prime minister,” said Puad, referring to the short period Muhyiddin led the government. The rally was held last…
Human Resources Development Corporation (HRD Corp) would be writing off RM21.6 million in levy areas from 582 inactive employers. stated a reply document on the findings of the Auditor – General’s Report. A document was presented to HRD Corp’s board of directors confirmed that the write-off will begin after related due diligence process takes place….
The National Registration Department (NRD) recently issued a reminder to Malaysians about its guidelines concerning unacceptable names for children. The department outlined names that are deemed unacceptable, specifically those with negative meanings in Malay or generally deemed undesirable In a Facebook post. “mipan zuzu”, “Nur Sayunx”, “MybabyGirl”, “Siti Nurtizen”, “Sailormoon”, and “Ultraman”,were among the list….
Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said political stability is key to attracting investments to Malaysia. He highlighted that both foreign and domestic investors carefully consider the policies put forth by governments before making significant and long-term investment decisions. “When I asked the investors why they chose Malaysia and…
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today that underperforming teachers will no longer receive automatic grade promotions under the new time-based system. He emphasised that teachers exhibiting carelessness and a lack of discipline will not qualify for grade promotions. “I have a bit of a problem with this time-based scheme. We accept the principle….
