Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
ASEAN urged to intensify cybersecurity awareness efforts
Dr Kao Kim Hourn calls for ASEAN to intensify its capacity-building efforts and launch a region-wide cyber awareness campaign.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Blue notice issued against American couple over murder of Dutch model Ivana Smit
This was the second notice against the couple, as the first one was issued on Nov 18, 2020.
Mon Oct 14 2024
Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Inclusive Urban Planning and Urban Design
Niaga SPOTLIGHT exclusive interview with Datuk Seri Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor, Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Hezbollah targets Israeli troops on Lebanese border, sirens in northern Israel
Hezbollah says the group's capabilities were intact despite the "painful blows" inflicted by Israel's mounting military pressure.
Wed Oct 09 2024
ASEAN leaders share unexpected in-flight diplomacy ahead of Laos Summit
The lack of direct flights from many ASEAN capitals led to an impromptu gathering of regional heavyweights on the same plane to Vientiane.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
78 drown after boat capsizes in Congo's Lake Kivu, provincial governor says
The boat capsized around 700 metres from port and the causes of the accident are being investigated, the governor said in a statement.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Soccer - Messi returns to Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers
Argentina have been boosted by the return of captain Lionel Messi for their CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia.
Thu Oct 03 2024
School bus catches fire in Thailand, 25 feared dead
The school bus carrying students and teachers on a field trip caught fire on the outskirts of the capital Bangkok.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Dozens of captive tigers and lions die in Vietnam, bird flu detected
The spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, known as bird flu, has raised concerns about potential human-to-human transmission.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Indonesia hails Chinese firm as first foreign investor in troubled new capital
Chinese property firm Delonix Group is "the pioneering foreign company investing in the new capital," said President Jokowi.
Wed Sep 25 2024
AWANI Tonight: Rubber industry: How can consolidation aid small holders community?
As the government looks into the consolidation of rubber smallholders to increase rubber production capacity, UPM’s Prof Dr Norsida Man discusses the benefits of the idea and possible challenges in its implementation.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024