Minister Rohani Karim on Gender Equality: Hit Targets, Not Chase Quotas
Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim tells the subtle difference between the pursuit of targets as opposed to the setting of quotas.
Fri Mar 30 2018
Review suspension from school as punishment - Rohani Karim
The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry has proposed that suspension from school as a punishment for troubled students should be replaced with rehabilitation or transition classes.
Tue Oct 03 2017
Government to meet children groups for feedback on TN50
The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development will meet with specific target groups after the Aidilfitri celebrations to get feedback on the National Transformation 2050 (TN50).
Mon Jun 19 2017
Bangi nursery abuse: Make CCTV compulsory if child abuse cases rise - Rohani
The installation of CCTV is the best option to ensure the safety of children placed at nurseries or kindergartens, said Datuk Seri Rohani Karim.
Tue Jan 24 2017
Remand of woman in home alone three-year-old boy extended
Police have obtained an order to extend the remand of a woman for investigation into the case of a three-year-old boy who was found left alone in a house in Gemencheh, Tampin, last Friday.
Mon Jan 09 2017
No sign of abuse on abandoned toddler
The medical reports issued by the Tampin Hospital also stated that there were no signs of physical abuse on the boy.
Sat Jan 07 2017
Put aside your handphones, talk to each other!
Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim noticed too many people playing their phones instead of talking to one another at her ministry's open house.
Sat Jul 09 2016
No need for special department for men's affairs - Rohani
The Domestic Violence Act covers spouses of both genders, and action can be taken against a vicious wife, Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim says.
Fri Jan 08 2016
Cabinet wants safety be given attention at waterfall areas - Rohani
The Cabinet Tuesday said it wanted serious attention be given to safety at recreational areas, especially those with waterfalls, to avoid untoward incidents.
Tue Dec 22 2015
Child marriage not encouraged in Malaysia - Rohani
Child marriage is not encouraged in Malaysia as it is deemed a violation of children's right, said Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim.
Sat Oct 03 2015
Budget 2015: Tax exemption proposed for tax payers caring for elderly parents
The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry will propose tax exemption for income tax payers who look after their elderly parents.
Wed Jul 09 2014
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024