Govt approves acquisition of 16 VTOL drones for PDRM
The government has approved the proposal to acquire 16 vertical take-off and landing drone units for the PDRM under the 12th Malaysia Plan, with an estimated ceiling of RM48 million.
Mon Jul 26 2021
Another suspect detained over MBPP Mayor's house break-in
Sahabudin said police also seized several items believed to have been stolen from the official residence.
Mon Jun 14 2021
Police to record statements from witnesses over COVID-19 Sinovac offer to Penang
The police will call several witnesses to record their statements in connection with the COVID-19 Sinovac vaccine offer made to Penang.
Sun May 23 2021
Immigration Department staff member nabbed over release of Macau Scam suspects
Sahabudin said he was very disappointed that such an incident had happened.
Mon Mar 15 2021
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Mon Mar 15 2021
Police cripple drug smuggling syndicate, syabu worth RM5.2 million seized
Sahabudin said the syndicate was believed to carry out its dealings at sea to avoid being detected by the authorities.
Mon Mar 15 2021
Tighter security at Penang hospitals storing COVID vaccine
Police have stepped up security at Penang and Seberang Jaya hospitals which also serve as the storage facilities for the COVID-19 vaccine.
Mon Feb 22 2021
Penang roads busy as ever despite MCO
Penang police chief, Datuk Sahabudin Abd Manan, said the number of road vehicles was still high.
Thu Jan 14 2021
No order to deny Guan Eng last ride on ferry - Penang Police
Penang police have denied issuing any order to prevent former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng from taking a ride on the state's iconic ferry service today.
Thu Dec 31 2020
Two men arrested, drugs worth RM25.87 million seized
The Penang police busted a drug trafficking syndicate with the arrest two local men and seized 573 kilogrammes (kg) of various drugs, worth RM25.87 million.
Sat Dec 26 2020
Norihan regains consciousness
General Operations Force (GOF) personnel Sergeant Norihan Tari has regained consciousness and begun to show positive signs of recovery after undergoing surgery.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Police bust two syndicates, seize drugs worth RM1.28 mln
After a two-week surveillance, police arrested a Myanmar man who was driving along Jalan Perai, SPT and seized a quantity of drugs before storming a house in Bukit Mertajam.
Wed Jun 10 2020
Penang police warn public against interstate travel without permit
As of Monday, 308 vehicles attempting to return to their hometowns in the state, were ordered to turn back and nine compounds were issued against those who breached the rules.
Tue May 19 2020
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