![India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738745483_NarendraModi.jpg)
India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738727270_tbDonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Consider This: The Reality of Retirement Savings in Malaysia
The EPF recently introduced the Retirement Income Adequacy Framework, a three-tiered savings benchmark—basic, adequate, and enhanced—meant to be used as a reference to maintain different levels of financial security post-retirement. Is this framework enough to ensure financial security in old age? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Joseph Cherian, Deputy CEO and Practice Professor of Finance, at the Asia School of Business.
Tue Feb 04 2025
![Millions of Hindus take holy dip a day after fatal stampede Millions of Hindus take holy dip a day after fatal stampede](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71738218359_MahaKumbhMela.jpg)
Millions of Hindus take "holy dip" a day after fatal stampede
Devotees take daily 'holy dips,' but on certain dates, "royal" dips are deemed more sacred, drawing larger crowds.
Thu Jan 30 2025
![What caused the stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival that killed dozens? What caused the stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival that killed dozens?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61738212636_ShahiSnanMahaKum.jpg)
What caused the stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival that killed dozens?
Here are some details about the incident and the situation on the ground.
Thu Jan 30 2025
![India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81738207840_tbdeadlystampede.jpg)
India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens
The government has decided that a judicial inquiry of the incident will be done, says Uttar Pradesh state Chief Minister.
Thu Jan 30 2025
![Nearly 40 bodies at morgue after India's Kumbh stampede, police sources say Nearly 40 bodies at morgue after India's Kumbh stampede, police sources say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51738120272_Stampede.jpg)
Nearly 40 bodies at morgue after India's Kumbh stampede, police sources say
Witnesses say devotees trying to escape an initial stampede were caught in another stampede at an exit.
Wed Jan 29 2025
![Indonesia's new leader expands military's role in test of fragile democracy Indonesia's new leader expands military's role in test of fragile democracy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61738045265_IndonesianAirForce.jpg)
Indonesia's new leader expands military's role in test of fragile democracy
Nearly 30 years after Suharto's fall, Indonesia's president stirs unease by relying on the military to enforce his governing vision.
Wed Jan 29 2025
![Malaysia-Indonesia synergy strengthens ASEAN's voice on world's stage - Prabowo Malaysia-Indonesia synergy strengthens ASEAN's voice on world's stage - Prabowo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61737971097_tbAnwarIbrahimPra.jpg)
Malaysia-Indonesia synergy strengthens ASEAN's voice on world's stage - Prabowo
The synergy between Malaysia, Indonesia and their ASEAN partners is important to ensure that the region's voice is heard more at the global level.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![King confers Most Esteemed Order of Johor Royal to Indonesian President Prabowo King confers Most Esteemed Order of Johor Royal to Indonesian President Prabowo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737970792_TBagong.jpg)
King confers Most Esteemed Order of Johor Royal to Indonesian President Prabowo
President Prabowo is a close friend of His Majesty, whom he has known for over 40 years, since their military training days in the US.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![Prabowo confident Malaysia, Indonesia can resolve border, labour issues effectively Prabowo confident Malaysia, Indonesia can resolve border, labour issues effectively](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737975054_tbMenaraBerkembarP.jpg)
Prabowo confident Malaysia, Indonesia can resolve border, labour issues effectively
Indonesian President Prabowo says they can be addressed effectively with the leadership's political will to cooperate.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![Elon Musk says $1 million election giveaway wasn't an illegal lottery Elon Musk says $1 million election giveaway wasn't an illegal lottery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/81732680289_ElonMusk.jpg)
Elon Musk says $1 million election giveaway wasn't an illegal lottery
Elon Musk denies claims that the giveaway was an illegal 'lottery' violating Texas laws on deceptive trade practices.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![Indonesian President Prabowo arrives in Malaysia Indonesian President Prabowo arrives in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41737936970_PrabowoSubianto.jpg)
Indonesian President Prabowo arrives in Malaysia
Prabowo Subianto undertakes a State Visit to the country today at the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![PM urges farmers' rally not to disrupt Indonesian President's visit PM urges farmers' rally not to disrupt Indonesian President's visit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61737906024_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM urges farmers' rally not to disrupt Indonesian President's visit
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim doesn't oppose the gathering but says it should take place at the right time and under suitable circumstances.
Mon Jan 27 2025
![MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737713845_TBMITRA.jpg)
MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme
Participants would also receive training in soft skills such as professional etiquette and resume writing, says P. Prabakaran.
Fri Jan 24 2025
![Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738556758_Kibatimarket.jpg)
Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the surge in hostilities since the start of the year.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work? As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737764748_tbInternationalCrim.jpg)
As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?
Trump authorises sanctions on those investigating the US or its allies at the ICC, repeating his first-term action.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81729245486_TBCYBERSECURITYB.jpg)
Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism
AI can automatically filter extremist content on social media and detect suspicious communications across various digital platforms.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721223722_stomachache.jpg)
Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care
Stomach and oesophageal cancers remind us of the importance of proactive care in managing our digestive health and well-being.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635504957_AnnaJenkins.jpg)
Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision
Annapuranee "Anna" Jenkins' remains were found nearly three years later, after her 2017 abrupt disappearance while on holiday in Penang.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738925520_ZaynRayyan.jpg)
Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025