Employers not allowed to pay salaries in cash without approval - Sivakumar
V.Sivakumar said employers who do not pay wages through a bank account are committing an offence punishable by a fine of up to RM50,000.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Malaysia's forced labour practices under control - Sivakumar
The government has set a target of zero forced labour by 2030, said Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar.
Thu Sep 14 2023
745 investigation papers opened against employers for flouting Act 446
A total of 745 investigation papers were opened against employers who committed various offences under Act 446 between February and Tuesday.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Emergency Ordinance to ensure better compliance by providers of workers accommodation - Saravanan
Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri M.Sravanan said the new law was gazetted yesterday (Feb 17) to control the spread of COVID- 19.
Thu Feb 18 2021
MOTAC, JTKSM to implement workers temporary accommodation initiative
MOTAC said the decision was reached during a special session of the National Security Council (MKN) on COVID-19 management on Jan 26.
Sat Feb 06 2021
Not complying with workers' accommodation requirements, 23 employers charged
Awang said most employers who have been charged in court failed in the SOP compliance as too many workers were living in one room.
Fri Jan 29 2021
No third parties appointed to manage Recalibration Programme - Immigration DG
The public is advised not to deal with any party claiming to be an agent or third party offering such services for a certain fee.
Thu Jan 14 2021
3,927 accommodation certificate applications received from September to November
A total of 3,927 accommodation certificate applications were received by the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM) for the period September to November.
Sun Dec 06 2020
Govt to launch Illegal Immigrant Recalibration Plan from Nov 16
The programme allows illegal immigrants to return to their country of origin voluntarily subject to specific stipulated conditions.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Employers can be fined RM50,000 for violating Act 446 - Saravanan
The act will be enforced by the JTKSM to ensure the employers comply with the provision of the laws.
Thu Aug 27 2020
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024