BY: RODZIAH ISMAIL Whenever the government proposes changes with the good of the people in mind, there are always political opponents who raise objections for the sake of creating issues and unhappiness. A case in point is the Akta Pembaharuan Semula Bandar which is expected to be tabled later this year, and is an initiative…
A senator has called upon the police to probe ERA FM radio hosts under section 298A of the Penal Code for insulting the Thaipusam celebration. “Apology has been issued but it is not enough. “I urge the Home Ministry and the Royal Malaysian Police to open investigation papers under section 298A of the Penal Code…
Syerleena Abdul Rashid (PH-Bukit Bendera) has called for an end to the cycle of buat salah, minta maaf, ulang lagi in the wake of the controversy over ERA FM’s hosts. “Let’s be honest—how often have we seen cases where someone makes an offensive remark or action, only to get away with a simple apology or…
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called for a probe to be conducted by the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission on ERA FM. This would include calling up Astro and ERA FM’s management for an explanation. “This is to ensure action can be taken based on existing laws,” he said. This was over an offensive TikTok…
Backbencher RSN Rayer (PH-Jelutong) called for action to be taken against ERA FM and its staff for insulting the Thaipusam celebration. “I demand ERA FM to apologise to the Hindus in Malaysia. I want the Communications Minister to take a stern action and all of the staff who were featured in the video to be…
Encorp Bhd has enjoyed a brisk turnaround in fortunes after the boardroom’s changes invoke fiscal reforms to how it conducts its businesses. Its non – executive chairman Yusmadi Yusoff spoke about how reforms which was first unearth at Pakatan Harapan street rallies, is now fundamentally entrenched in the group. “It represents our guide in corporate…
In supporting the Additional Supply Bill of RM20.2 billion and an additional RM2.3 billion for development expenditure, Lim Guan Eng (PH-Bagan) urged the government to allocate 10 percent of what is allocated to the Bumiputera community for the non-Bumiputeras. “I also would like to suggest that the unity government allocate 10 percent of what is…
Dr Paul Anthony Maria Das The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) recently announced a 6.3% dividend for both Conventional and Syariah savings for 2024. While this offers some relief to contributors, it should serve as a reminder of the need for proactive financial planning. Relying solely on EPF savings is no longer sufficient for long-term financial…
DAP has announced that 70 candidates would be vying for the 30 spots in its central executive committee polls during the 18th national congress this month. Here are some interesting statistics from the candidate list. 45 out of the 70 candidates are MPs and state assemblymen 15 out of 70 candidates are female There are…
SWASHNA ARORA The Maha Kumbh Mela—a spectacle of faith, devotion, and humanity—is the largest religious gathering on Earth. Millions of people come together, united by their spiritual calling. My journey to this grand event was surreal, filled with moments of awe, inspiration, and a deep sense of belonging. It all started in Malaysia, where I…
