Students can now apply for 1Malaysia Book Vouchers - Idris
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh says the new method of giving out aid would be coordinated by the Domestic Trade Cooperatives and Consumerism Ministry through its agency, Bank Rakyat.
Tue Feb 21 2017
Student loses BB1M vouchers worth RM30,000
The student was trying to cash the vouchers for his friends and met the suspect, who was posing as a willing buyer.
Thu Apr 21 2016
Four bookstores blacklisted over abuse of BB1M
Four bookstores have been blacklisted over abuse of the 1Malaysia Book Vouchers (BB1M) programme, says the Higher Education Ministry.
Wed Apr 06 2016
Ministry studying to improve BB1M to prevent abuse - Idris Jusoh
The Higher Education Ministry is carrying out a study to improve the 1Malaysia Book Voucher (BB1M) facility to prevent its abuse.
Sun Apr 03 2016
Students, bookshops misusing BB1M to be blacklisted - Idris
He said his ministry had received complaints about students allegedly selling the BB1Ms to bookstores to obtain cash, and would conduct a holistic investigation on the matter.
Thu Mar 31 2016
Reduced budget does not affect Ministry in efficient promotion of education
Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh said the reduced allocation was due to the government's adversely-affected income.
Sat Oct 24 2015
BB1M scams ongoing since 2012
Malaysian Book Industry Chamber said recipients and vendors of the 1Malaysia Book Voucher (BB1M) has abused the government scheme since it started in 2012.
Wed Apr 30 2014
BB1M vouchers strictly for academic publication from Thursday
The usage of 1Malaysia Book Voucher (BB1M) to purchase items other than academic books, journals and magazines will be prohibited from Thursday.
Tue Apr 29 2014
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024