
MyDeposit scheme to help the middle income bracket - Najib
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak announced the implementation of the First Home Financing Scheme (MyDeposit) as tabled in the 2016 Budget.
Thu Apr 07 2016

Malaysia doesn't need economic contingency plan for now - Najib
This is because the country's fundamentals are intact and the recalibrated 2016 Budget has had a positive impact on the economy.
Tue Mar 08 2016

No need for further budget recalibration at the moment, says Najib
There is no need for further recalibration of the 2016 Budget at the moment as crude oil prices are likely to stabilise in the region of US$30-US$40 per barrel, said Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Fri Feb 19 2016

Abide by recalibrated 2016 budget or get allocation cut next year, ministries told
Ministries which do not abide by measures to reduce their operating expenditure as stipulated in the recalibrated 2016 Budget will have their allocation cut next year.
Sun Feb 14 2016

IRB to offer reduction of penalty for voluntary disclosure
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) is offering a reduction of penalty with specific rates for taxpayers who make voluntary disclosure from March 1 to Dec 15 this year.
Thu Feb 11 2016

Govt may review budget again if oil prices drop below US$25 per barrel - Husni
Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Husni Hanadzlah said the government could not deceive itself and must always be realistic in determining national expenditure.
Wed Feb 03 2016

2016 Budget recalibration a good start to the year, says Vincent Tan
The recalibrated 2016 Budget announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak is a good start to the year for the country, Berjaya Group Bhd founder Tan Sri Vincent Tan said.
Fri Jan 29 2016

Budget 2016 revision: Full text of PM Najib's speech
Special address by prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak on the 2016 Budget recalibration at Putrajaya International Convention Centre.
Thu Jan 28 2016

5 things Malaysians need to know about the revised 2016 Budget
5 things you need to know about the recalibrated Malaysian Budget 2016, presented by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak in Putrajaya on Jan 28, 2016.
Thu Jan 28 2016

Why does Malaysia's Budget 2016 need to be recalibrated?
Why does Malaysia's 2016 Budget need to be recalibrated, and what does this mean for the economy and Malaysians in general?
Thu Jan 28 2016

Lee Lam Thye hopes no cuts in security budget
NGO 1Malaysia Foundation hopes allocations provided for security in the 2016 budget tabled last year will not be subjected to any huge reductions when it is revised this year.
Thu Jan 14 2016

Revision of 2016 Budget for interest of the less-affordable group
The revision of the 2016 Budget to be carried out by the government is hoped will not have drastic adverse effects on the people's lives.
Sun Jan 10 2016

Moves to adjust Budget practical, say economists, businessmen
They say the adjustments are based on the reality of the current economic situation since the moves will determine the behaviour and ultimately the resource allocation decisions.
Sat Jan 09 2016

Govt should relook at infrastructure spending in 2016 Budget - Economist
Dr Yeah Kim Leng suggests that bigger projects can be delayed until the economic conditions recovered.
Fri Jan 08 2016

Zahid assures public varsities not allowed to raise study fees
This is despite the allocation for the higher education sector being reduced in the 2016 Budget.
Sun Dec 06 2015

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025