Domestic violence believed to be a factor in murder of mother, daughter
Investigations revealed the suspect had been living with his wife and three children in the abandoned building for the past week.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Number of flood victims in Kedah drops to 67
Muhammad Suhaimi Mohd Zain, said only two relief centres are still operating in the Kota Setar district.
Mon Oct 02 2023
State polls: Sunny at most nomination centres, rainy weather in Alor Setar
The weather early this morning is reported to be sunny and favourable at most nomination centre locations for the six state elections today.
Sat Jul 29 2023
Japan ambassador to Malaysia fondly remembers discussion with Salahuddin Ayub
Takahashi Katsuhiko expressed condolences to the family of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub.
Mon Jul 24 2023
Squid jiggling also a traditional activity in Kedah just like in East Coast states
Kuala Kedah in Alor Setar and Kuala Sala, come alive with squid jiggling activities that bring about a carnival like atmosphere.
Sun Feb 26 2023
Contractor fined RM30,000 for using fake bank account statements for tender
A contractor was fined RM30,000 today after pleading guilty to faking his bank account statements to obtain a public cleansing tender four years ago.
Sun Feb 19 2023
Kedah MB given until Feb 13 to file defence statement over suit filed by Anwar
Muhammad Sanusi was ordered to file his defence statement in a defamation suit filed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim the latest by this Feb 13.
Wed Jan 11 2023
Body of angler who went missing in Tasik Gubir found
The deceased, Muhammad Amirul, was found floating in mid-river 50 metres from where he was swept away by strong currents.
Thu Jan 05 2023
Labourer claims trial to sexually assaulting girl
It is understood that the accused, who is a father of five children, is related to the 10-year-old girl.
Thu Dec 22 2022
Alor Setar independent candidates take on infrastructure, petty traders issues
The infrastructure development in Alor Setar is among the agendas of former Kedah JKR director Datuk Dr Nordin Yunus who is contesting the GE15 as an independent candidate.
Sat Nov 12 2022
Number of flood victims in Kedah rises to 267, four new PPS open
The number of flood victims in Kedah increased to 267 people from 87 families as of 8 am this morning.
Sat Oct 29 2022
Three rivers in Kedah breach warning level
Three rivers in the Padang Terap and Kota Setar districts have surpassed the warning level as of noon today.
Sun Oct 09 2022
Three company owners fined RM50,000 for using fake bank account statements for tender
Judge Harmi Thamri said the punishment was meted out in the public's interest and set an example to the people for such offences.
Mon Aug 29 2022
Man fined RM4,000 for impersonating Raja Muda of Perak
A man was fined RM4,000 by the Alor Setar Magistrate's Court today after he pleaded guilty to impersonating the Raja Muda of Perak last June.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Three company owners fined RM50,000 each for using forged documents in contract bid
Three company owners were fined RM50,000 by the Sessions Court today after they pleaded guilty to falsifying bank statements when tendering for a public cleaning contract in 2019.
Wed Aug 17 2022
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