Shahidan tells UMNO members not to squabble on social media
Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim has urged party members at all levels to avoid squabbling on social media and instead focus on fighting the party's enemies.
Sun Sep 18 2022
Shahidan returns as MAF president after ten years
Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim has returned to lead the Malaysian Athletics Federation (MAF) after a 10-year break when he defeated incumbent president Datuk SM Muthu by just four votes.
Sun Jun 12 2022
FT Minister announces Dec 3 public holiday for Federal Territories
Dec 3 (Friday) has been declared a public holiday for all Federal Territories after KL City FC won the Malaysia Cup yesterday, Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim announced today.
Wed Dec 01 2021
Tajuddin gathered signatures of UMNO division heads in bid to oust Zahid, claims Shahidan
The allegation was made by Perlis UMNO Liaison Chairman, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim, in retaliation for being called "stupid".
Sun Apr 04 2021
Parliament to discuss proposal to revive Anti-Fake News Act
The matter will be raised by Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim (BN-Arau) through a question to the Communications and Multimedia Minister during the questions for oral answers session.
Mon Nov 16 2020
Measures taken to ensure Rohingya refugees not involved in terrorism
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said the country's security situation was currently at top level with the various measures taken and monitoring carried out.
Tue Oct 24 2017
Shahidan: No privileges for Rohingya children born in Malaysia
The government will not give special privileges to children of Rohingya refugees born in Malaysia, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim.
Tue Aug 01 2017
More than 150,000 refugees, asylum seekers in Malaysia
Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said, 94,361 from the total are refugees whereas the balance 55, 843 are asylum seekers.
Wed Jul 26 2017
Issuing of UNHCR card to Myanmar nationals should be reviewed
Issuing of the UNHCR (United Nations High Commission for Refugees) card to Myanmar nationals needed to be reviewed, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim.
Tue Dec 06 2016
Massive high tides to hit Peninsula west coast in Oct, Nov
A big scale high tide phenomenon with massive waves and strong winds is expected to hit from Oct 17 to 20 and from Nov 14 to 17.
Wed Sep 28 2016
MT Orkim Harmony: Application for extradition of hijackers approved
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said, at present, the government was awaiting decision of its appeal for the case in Vietnam.
Thu Sep 22 2016
Gov't to consider more suitable new name for JPAM - Shahidan
Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said several other names suggested would be discussed before any decision on the matter was made.
Thu May 26 2016
Government will consider cloud seeding to counter dry spell - Shahidan
The government is considering cloud seeding to counter the current hot and dry spell, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said.
Wed Mar 23 2016
Need for special import-export warehouse to curb smuggling - Shahidan
Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim has suggested the building of a special import-export warehouse at the Malaysia-Thailand border to curb smuggling.
Tue Jan 12 2016
Shahidan assures sufficient food supply for mudslide victims
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said the victims should not be unduly worried over food supply shortage.
Sat Nov 14 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 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