Govt mulling to tighten law to check offensive social media posts - Annuar
Annuar said the Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 was not so effective in checking contents uploaded from overseas.
Thu Apr 28 2022
Zul Ariffin investigated over posting of steamy scene teaser
Zul Ariffin will be investigated for putting out an Instagram post which infringed the law.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Amend Act 588 to impose heavier penalties against individuals mocking PWD - Ras Adiba
The government has been asked to amend Section 233 (1) (b) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988 (Act 588) to impose heavier penalties against individuals who humiliate PwDs.
Mon Mar 21 2022
Do not abuse social media, share provocative content - MCMC
Sharing of offensive and menacing content is an offence under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Sept 7: Management of DJ Patrick Teoh's case for insulting TMJ
The charge was framed under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588), with the offence punishable under subsection 233(1) of the same Act.
Mon Jul 20 2020
Police question activist over Facebook posting
Refuge For The Refugees director, Heidy Quah, gave her statement to the police today over her Facebook posting on alleged mistreatment of refugees at the Immigration detention centres.
Tue Jul 07 2020
Police to summon owner of 'Hannah Yeoh', 'Siti Kasim' Facebook accounts
The police will summon the owners of Facebook accounts 'Hannah Yeoh' and 'Siti Kasim' to assist investigations into postings which were uploaded in the respective accounts, recently.
Wed Jun 17 2020
MCO: MAF denies assaulting member of the public
The allegation, which went viral on social media, was fake news and those disseminating it could be charged under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988.
Wed Apr 01 2020
Those spreading distorted pictures of national leaders will face legal action
Those who spread distorted pictures of national leaders will face legal action under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Sat Feb 06 2016
NGOs condemn the arrest of media editors, director
NGOs have voiced their grouses over the detainment of five media personnel by police under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act and Section 4 of the Sedition Act
Tue Mar 31 2015
MCMC investigating video ridiculing hudud following complaints
The MCMC is investigating a video clip the contents of which allegedly ridiculed the implementation of hudud laws in Kelantan under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Sun Mar 22 2015
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
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024