The Ministry of Finance announced details of a targeted diesel subsidy assistance program, providing a monthly diesel subsidy of RM200 to eligible individuals, small farmers and small gardeners yesterday, highlighted in the Nanyang Daily and Guang Ming Daily. The ministry said in a statement today that eligible persons can submit applications starting today. China Press…
Popular chef Datuk Redzuawan Ismail, better known as Chef Wan, has apologised over his comments that equated Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s wardrobe in Cannes Film Festival with kavadi procession during Thaipusam. He did so in two Instagram posts. “Omg not in a million years my true intention was to be racist on insult the…
Penang Chinese Chamber of Commerce lifetime adviser Tan Sri Tan Kok Ping has returned to the spotlight in his home state after listed firm – Berjaya Sports Toto Bhd appointed him as the non – independent and non – executive chairman of the gaming group effective immediately. The weekend announcement sees Tan replacing Cheah Tek…
It isn’t right for Pas to announce that it is prepared to contest in six parliamentary seats currently held by Bersatu MPs who are supporting the government. “Those are Bersatu’s seats. Bersatu should contest them, not Pas. It is impossible for Pas to contest all six. “Pas is giving out signs that it can contest…
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has not been given any notice to declare his assets, said Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC) even though he is being probed for declaration of assets. “We haven’t given him any notice to declare his assets as of now,” MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said during a press…
Deputy minister of investment trade and industry Liew Chin Tong has called for more efforts to electrify transportation. This measure, he said is necessary to reduce carbon emissions by vehicles, especially private vehicles. “Malaysians still depend on private vehicles. Not surprising when we learn that carbon emissions by vehicles alone have reached 37%. “To address…
There are high chances for PH to regain the Sungai Bakap state seat, said an analyst. “Based on the results in the recent Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election results, early voters and two polling districts swung in favour of the unity government component party. The Malays are also witnessing the government providing assistance,” said associate professor…
All state governments have been called upon to establish water conservation units as they face rising demands for treated water. The call was made by the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) chairman Charles Santiago. He said that water conservation and preservation of water catchment areas must be handled by a dedicated special unit since water…
Pengurusan Air Selangor has given its word that the water supply disruption that affected 28 areas in three districts since yesterday have been rectified. Normal water supply would resume tomorrow. The repair works at Jalan Budiman, Section 22 Shah Alam was completed at dawn today. “Water supply will be distributed to consumers in stages when…
PKR central leadership council (MPP) have dropped its deputy president Rafizi Ramli and vice president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad from its state chapter leadership. Nik Nazmi previously led the Kelantan and Terengganu chapters whereas Rafizi headed Kuala Lumpur chapter. Fuziah Salleh returned to her position as Pahang PKR chief along with deputy Rizal Jamin. Party…
