Prison Dept's programmes to impart skills for inmates a worthy achievement
The achievement by the Malaysian Prison Department in creating skilled inmates is something worthy of praise, Hamzah said.
Thu Jun 09 2022
Japan contributes COVID-19 prevention items to Malaysian Prison Department
The Japanese government today donated COVID-19 prevention items worth RM1.88 million which includes 20,000 units of COVID-19 self-test kits.
Fri Feb 18 2022
MCO offenders' imprisonment issue to be discussed soon - Ismail Sabri
The imprisonment of those violating the MCO issue will be discussed between the Attorney-Generals Chambers, PDRM and the Prison Department.
Sun Apr 05 2020
Terengganu public caning: One of the most degrading, cruel forms of sentencing - Justice for Sisters
Malaysias first public caning held in a courtroom at the Terengganu Syariah High Court today marks a dark chapter in this nations history.
Mon Sep 03 2018
Prisons Department's Abdul Aziz: Possible to Earn PhD from Behind Bars
Reforming inmates to become better human beings is the raison detre of the Malaysian prisons service. For that to happen, its policy chief Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Razak tells AWANI Review
Sun Apr 15 2018
MACC detains two prison officers over RM3,000 bribe
Two Prison Department officers were detained by the Kelantan Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) yesterday for allegedly receiving bribe of RM3,000 from a former convict.
Wed Dec 21 2016
Indonesian inmate escapes from Kluang prison
A 35-year old Indonesian inmate escaped while tidying camping equipment in the Kluang Prison Department's store here today.
Mon Feb 23 2015
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