Azalina calls for urgent investigation into duped Bangladeshis over job promises
Minister in the PM's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said called for an immediate investigation into the recruitment agents responsible for duping migrant workers.
Tue Dec 26 2023
Three Bangladeshis held in Shah Alam for selling fake work permits
The fake permits are readily available and offered at a much cheaper price estimated at RM200 and their customers are mostly Bangladeshis.
Thu Dec 01 2022
Rumours that many Bangladeshis given MyKad untrue - NRD
The NRD has dismissed rumours circulating on social media that many Bangladeshis have been issued identity cards (MyKad) ahead of the GE15.
Tue Oct 25 2022
Immigration cripples recalibration programme syndicate, nabs two Bangladeshis
The Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) has crippled a syndicate managing the Return Recalibration Programme operating from a room at a shop in Lebuh Ampang, Kuala Lumpur in a raid on Tuesday.
Sat Jun 19 2021
Two Rohingya men nabbed for smuggling illegal immigrants
Police arrested two Rohingya men believed to be involved in a human trafficking syndicate during raids in Kampung Alor Mengkudu, Alor Setar last night.
Mon Jun 22 2020
40 illegal immigrants rescued in boat capsize
They comprised 37 Indonesians and three Bangladeshis, aged between 20 and 50.
Mon Jan 16 2017
Bangladeshis who died in Dhaka attack were Monash Malaysia students
Police, however, are still trying to confirm if they were victims or members of the armed group.
Mon Jul 04 2016
Singapore detains 8 Bangladeshis for alleged IS-related terror plot
The Singapore government on Tuesday announced the arrest of eight Bangladeshi men who allegedly plotted terror attacks, including assassinations, back home to establish an Islamic state.
Tue May 03 2016
Freeze intake of foreign workers, including Bangladeshis - Ahmad Zahid
Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had ordered the intake for all foreign workers including the 1.5 million Bangladesh workers to be frozen, with immediate effect.
Fri Feb 19 2016
1.5 mil Bangladeshi workers not solely for Malaysia - Richard Riot
Datuk Seri Richard Riot said the 1.5 million Bangladeshi workers are those registered with the ministry in Bangladesh to work in 139 countries worldwide.
Fri Feb 19 2016
Netizens 50/50 over youths' interest in '3D' jobs
With a 50/50 split vote, netizens argue over wages, employer's policy, job opportunities, and the attitude of local youths.
Mon Feb 15 2016
Zahid challenges youths to do dirty, difficult and dangerous jobs
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today challenged Malaysian youths to do 3D jobs (Dirty, Difficult and Dangerous).
Sun Feb 14 2016
Singapore says it deported 26 Bangladeshis for terror links
The Bangladeshis were being groomed to return to their home country to wage holy war, and some had studied booklets on assassination techniques.
Wed Jan 20 2016
Five suspects detained in kidnap-murder case
The five Myanmar nationals are believed to have murdered the two Bangladeshis after they failed to get any ransom money.
Fri Dec 11 2015
Seven charged in connection with human trafficking - Police
Six foreigners - five Myanmars and a Bangladeshi - and a local suspected to have trafficked Myanmars and Bangladeshis into Langkawi last May were recently charged in court.
Wed Aug 12 2015
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
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