Company directors arrested over false claims involving 10 road upgrading projects
MACC said the two directors who owned three companies that monopolised the projects, were detained in a special operation in Kuching.
Wed Sep 09 2020
Govt finding ways to improve banking facilities in Sarawak
The Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development Ministry via the Bank Rakyat agency in Sarawak is finding ways to improve banking facilities in the state including in Sungai Asap and Belaga areas.
Wed Aug 05 2020
Sarawak Energy provides aid to Bakun resettlement fire victims
Sarawak Energy has joined other concerned agencies to provide immediate relief to 100 villagers of Uma Badeng in the Sungai Koyan Bakun Resettlement Scheme, Belaga.
Fri Jun 23 2017
112 people homeless after longhouse goes up in smoke
The Blok N longhouse in Uma Badeng, Sungai Koyan in Belaga near here was razed in a fire today leaving 112 people homeless.
Tue Jun 20 2017
Claims of worsening flood situation in Long Busang false - JPBNS
The Sarawak State Disaster Management Committee (JPBNS) has denied claims that the flood situation is worsening in Long Busang, Belaga in Kapit Division.
Sun Feb 19 2017
Boat capsize: SAR operation in Belaga continues to find remaining victim
The search-and-rescue (SAR) operation to find another victim of a capsized long boat in Long Buyun, Belaga, resumed at 9 am Friday.
Fri Dec 25 2015
First body found in Belaga boat tragedy
The body was found floating by Belaga Fire and Rescue volunteers around 10am.
Wed Dec 23 2015
Belaga search and rescue op halted
The search and rescue of a victim, feared trapped in an express boat which sank at Giam Bungan, Belaga on May 28, and efforts to float the vessel was halted today.
Thu Jun 20 2013
Boat tragedy: Remains of man found in Rajang river sent for DNA test
The body of a man found floating in the Rajang river on Monday near the longhouse Rh.Lat, is believed to belong to one of the two missing passengers.
Tue Jun 18 2013
"Kawan Mas" express boat located 350 meters away from Giam Bungan
The "Kawan Mas" express boat has been located about 350 meters away from the Giam Bungan where it sunk on May 28.
Sun Jun 16 2013
Govt to review Sarawak river boat and ferry licencing procedures - Najib
The Transport Ministry will review the licencing procedures for boats and ferries in Sarawak rivers to avoid further boat tragedies.
Wed Jun 05 2013
Government to resolve road problems in Kapit and Belaga
The Federal Government, with coordination from the Sarawak government, reiterated its commitment to resolve the road problems around Kapit and Belaga.
Sun Jun 02 2013
Belaga boat tragedy: One more safe, two more missing
Another victim previously thought to be missing came forward to say that he was alive and well, as the Belaga boat tragedy search and rescue efforts entered the sixth day.
Sun Jun 02 2013
Bomoh aids Belaga search and rescue mission
A shaman or bomoh has been called to assist the search and rescue mission for the Rajang River tragedy.
Sat Jun 01 2013
Capsized boat: Another victim reported safe
Another victim of the boat tragedy in Rajang River has reported himself at the Kapit police station on Friday, reducing the number of those still missing to three.
Sat Jun 01 2013
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