Kedah MB Ahmad Bashah chairs first exco meeting today
The MB has also taken up the Economic Planning, State Planning, Land Affairs, Land Revenue and Natural Resources, State Action Council, Finance and State-Owned Companies portfolios.
Wed Feb 24 2016
Stop poisoning people's minds, Rafidah! - Kedah MB
Stop poisoning people's minds by issuing statements that can only bring down UMNO, the Kedah MB tells the UMNO veteran.
Mon Feb 08 2016
Malaysian Embassy in Indonesia regrets inaccurate report on Mukhriz Mahathir's resignation
Apparently local newspapers in Indonesia had reported the event as if Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir was sacked by Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Sun Feb 07 2016
Siamese community hopes Ahmad Bashah repeals Siamese Agriculture Certificate
The Certificate is a requirement for the Siamese community to apply for Malay Reserve Land in the state and to be involved in agricultural activities.
Thu Feb 04 2016
'I fear for UMNO's future' - Muhyiddin
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin deems that while one two-week episode of 'unusual politics' has ended, another one, a longer one, is just beginning.
Wed Feb 03 2016
Ahmad Bashah best choice to administer Kedah - Assemblymen
Several Kedah state assemblymen deem the new Kedah Menteri Besar as experienced, responsible and has an excellent track record.
Wed Feb 03 2016
Ahmad Bashah can remain as Senator or give up post - Azalina
Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said says the Federal Constitution does not prohibit any member of the Dewan Negara from holding the post of menteri besar.
Wed Feb 03 2016
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