Seven more PLKN camps to be used as satellite prisons, detention centres
Prisons Department director-general Datuk Nordin Muhamad said seven more PLKN camps would be utilised from June 1.
Fri Mar 26 2021
Healthy Malaysians below 35 may join PLKN 2.0
Healthy Malaysians, aged 35 and below, who wish to participate in the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 2.0 can do so by registering themselves at the nearest training camp starting today.
Sat Sep 30 2017
PLKN 2.0 can produce best top human capital - Hishammuddin
The National Service Training Programme 2.0 can have a maximum impact in developing top human capital among the trainees, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein said.
Sun Apr 24 2016
PLKN Transformation Pilot Project Programme 2.0 to begin on Oct 17
The National Service Training Programme (PLKN) Transformation Pilot Project Programme 2.0 will begin on Oct 17 involving a total of 410 trainees and 31 instructors.
Thu Oct 08 2015
Five new modules, three sub-modules incorporated to revitalise National Service
The government will introduce five modules and three sub-modules in the National Service Training Programme 2.0 transformation in an effort to inject new impetus to the programme.
Sun Sep 27 2015
PLKN 2.0 is second chance for those not making it to university
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein said the ministry was currently transforming PLKN assisted by the Performance Management & Delivery Unit and the Youth and Sport Ministry.
Thu Sep 03 2015
New PLKN session incorporates skills training - Hishammuddin
Trainees at the National Service Training Programme will follow a technical and vocational skills programme to prepare them for the job market, says Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein.
Mon Apr 20 2015
Age of Rompin by-election candidate doesn't count, says Hishammuddin
Age is not an important factor but it is the capabilities of candidates in shouldering the duties as representatives of the 'rakyat'.
Sun Apr 19 2015
National Service: Government to set up research lab to identify new model
The government will soon set up a research laboratory to identify new model for the transformation of the National Service Training Programme.
Sat Feb 07 2015
Suspension of PLKN will not affect camp operators and coaches - Hishammuddin
Hishammuddin has guaranteed that the suspension of the 2015 National Service Training Programme (PLKN) will not affect the camp operators.
Tue Jan 20 2015
340 NS trainees affected by floods in Kelantan shifted to relief centre
Some 340 NS trainees at the Batu Jong Camp in Kuala Krai Kelantan who were affected by the floods have been shifted to the relief centre in Sek.Rendah Kebangsaan Batu Jong.
Thu Dec 25 2014
Study National Service effectiveness - Abd Rahim
Deputy Defence Minister Datuk Abd Rahim Bakri said comprehensive studies on the effectiveness of the National Service Training Programme (NSTP) must be carried out periodically.
Thu Dec 12 2013
Only 92 PLKN Trainees Infected With Virus - Abdul Rahim
Only 92 or 0.08 percent of the 117,679 National Service Training Programme (PLKN) trainees were infected with virus, parliament heard Monday.
Mon Jul 08 2013
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?
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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