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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia needs a new toolbox to combat poverty
Despite noticeable progress in reducing overall poverty rates, the nation continues to face a complex poverty landscape.
Fri Dec 08 2023
BKM cash aid totalling RM8.2 billion, largest in country's history - Tengku Zafrul
BKM Phase 2 has been improved with additional cash assistance worth RM630 million, bringing the total allocation of BKM to RM8.2 billion.
Mon Jun 27 2022
Third 2017 BR1M payment starts today
"It is hoped that the BR1M payment will help the people to make preparations to celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha," the ministry said.
Wed Aug 16 2017
Tax system to create social justice in country - Khairy
Proceeds from government taxation such as corporate tax, income tax and goods and services tax were reallocated to those eligible through various methods.
Thu Jun 15 2017
Man runs amok for not getting BR1M
Incensed at not getting the 1Malaysia People''s Aid (BR1M), a man ran amok and hacked a car belonging to the Kampung Gong Duek, Hulu Besut Village Development and Security Committee chairman.
Thu Jun 08 2017
BR1M 2017 second payment from June 5 - Johari
Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said the second payment of 1Malaysia People's Aid (BR1M) 2017 will be made from June 5.
Wed May 31 2017
BR1M is the best cash aid programme crafted to help the poor - Ongkili
BR1M or 1Malaysia People's Aid, is the most creative assistance package ever crafted to help families with low income in the country,said Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili.
Mon Apr 03 2017
No need to refer to SSM on BR1M failed applications
Those who failed in their 1Malaysia People's Aid (BR1M) applications need not to go to the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) for any clarification.
Wed Mar 08 2017
BR1M not a bribe, even Saudi Arabia gives similar financial aid - Najib
The Prime Minister says the distribution of the aid included channelling money directly into the bank accounts of the needy.
Mon Feb 27 2017
Outcome of remaining BR1M applications to be known on Feb 28
The outcome of the application of the 3,123,950 recipients of the BR1M who have yet to receive the aid, is expected to be known on Feb 28.
Sat Feb 25 2017
BR1M 2017 applicants can check status on mobile app checker
Second Finance Minister Datuk Johari Abdul Ghani said the app could help curb the spread of false information on BR1M to hoodwink applicants.
Tue Feb 21 2017
BR1M 2017: Payments from tomorrow
Payment for this year's 1Malaysia People's Aid (BR1M) in voucher form will be made from tomorrow (Feb 18).
Fri Feb 17 2017
5,153,238 BR1M applications approved in 2017 - PM Najib
The government has so far approved 5,153,238 applications for the 1Malaysia People's Aid (BR1M) this year, acoording to Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Fri Feb 17 2017
Dr M makes u-turn on BR1M following World Bank's study - PM
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said the World Bank's study that recognised the financial aid given for family welfare was among the reasons that Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad made a 'u-turn' in his statement on
Fri Feb 03 2017
BR1M will be distributed beginning Feb 18 - Najib
Recipients of 1Malaysia People's Aid (BR1M) today received good news that the aid will be distributed beginning Feb 18.
Fri Jan 27 2017
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
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024