Former MIC president Samy Vellu dies
Samy Vellu, who was MIC president from 1981 to 2010, was one of the longest-serving leaders in the Cabinet.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Najib joins MIC's Deepavali celebration at Batu Caves
The presence of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak at MIC's Deepavali Open House at the Batu Caves Temple compound today certainly made the celebration of the "Festival of Lights" all the more
Wed Oct 18 2017
Not immunised may cause pupils to contract mumps
The failure of some parents to bring their children to get the five-round vaccine immunisation is feared to be the cause of the cluster of mumps cases among pupils in Putrajaya.
Sat Oct 07 2017
MIC ready to discuss swapping seats with BN parties - Dr Subramaniam
MIC is ready to discuss with the Barisan Nasional (BN) component parties to swap seats in the upcoming 14th General Elections (GE14), its president Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said.
Fri Oct 06 2017
MIC has submitted GE14 candidates' list to BN chairman
MIC has submitted its list of candidates for the 14th General Election (GE14) to Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
Sun Oct 01 2017
Health Ministry working to overcome shortage of cardiologists - Subramaniam
The Health Ministry is striving to overcome the shortage of cardiologists in government hospitals to cater to the rising number of cases of heart attacks.
Wed Sep 27 2017
MIC approves constitutional amendments to restore party's glory
The MIC has approved 49 amendments to the party's constitution in strengthening and restoring the glory of the 71-year-old party, said Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam.
Mon Sep 25 2017
Tahfiz fire: DNA tests conducted to identify victims - Dr Subramaniam
The Health Minister confirms that the 23 bodies of the Darul Quran Ittifaqiyah Centre fire victims have been taken to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital for identification.
Thu Sep 14 2017
Strong mutual understanding among BN component parties to face GE14
Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein said the acceptance and team spirit shown by all the presidents of BN component parties were very good for the party.
Sat Sep 09 2017
BN to discuss Kayveas intention to contest Cameron Highlands seat
MIC president Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the matter must be given attention as the MIC had contested and held the seat since GE11.
Sun Sep 03 2017
Cash before treatment: TISG apologises for error
"We unreservedly apologize to the parties concerned for the anguish and distress this incident has caused," a notice was seen posted on its website with more than 100,000 viewers.
Sun Sep 03 2017
M. Kayveas wants to contest in Cameron Highlands
"I don't know what ticket, if Barisan Nasional don't give me a ticket, I will be contesting my own ticket," he said.
Sat Sep 02 2017
Health Ministry to submit official letter to Singapore government
Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the letter would be submitted in the near future after discussing with the ministry's legal team, and the Foreign Ministry.
Sat Sep 02 2017
Kamalanathan: 80 Tamil schools need to be rebuilt
Datuk P. Kamalanathan said the redevelopment of the schools would depend on the allocations received.
Tue Aug 22 2017
Dr Subramaniam: Rabies in Sarawak under control, no new cases reported
The rabies outbreak in Sarawak is now under control with no new cases reported, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam.
Mon Aug 07 2017
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
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