BKC: RM12.3 bln disbursed to 10 mln recipients
A total of RM12.3 billion of the Special COVID-19 Aid (BKC), encompassing BPN 2.0, BPR and BPR Tambahan, has been distributed to almost 10 million recipients.
Fri Sep 10 2021
Stop the accusations, KPWKM open to BPN improvement proposals
The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) is always open to suggestions to improve the implementation of the Bakul Prihatin Negara (BPN) programme.
Sat Jul 24 2021
Drivers of e-hailing vehicles, taxis and buses don't have to re-apply for cash aid under PERMAI
Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said they would only need to be screened with their licenses.
Mon Feb 15 2021
BPR registration and updates extended until Feb 25
This is to ensure that the BPR will be given to the truly deserving ones while taking into account the Movement Control Order (MCO).
Sun Feb 14 2021
Bantuan Prihatin Rakyat's Phase 1 implementation expedited by three months
Tengku Zafrul hoped this assistance would benefit more than eight million B40 recipients under Bantuan Prihatin Nasional 2.0 (BPN 2.0)
Wed Jan 27 2021
Govt to announce BPN 2.0 2nd phase payment date soon - Tengku Zafrul
The government will announce the date of payment of the second phase of Bantuan Prihatin Nasional (BPN 2.0) soon, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Amendment to Temporary Measures for Govt Financing (COVID-19) Act tabled for first reading
The amount for COVID-19 related expenses will be amended to RM5 billion from RM1 billion.
Mon Nov 30 2020
The case against universal basic income
The difference between UBI and welfare lies in the policy purpose.
Mon Nov 30 2020
Phase one BPN 2.0 payments disbursed to 9.86 mln B40, M40 recipients
Over 9.86 million Malaysians comprising seven million B40 recipients and 2.86 million M40 recipients have received payments totalling RM4.5b.
Thu Nov 19 2020
Effectiveness of COVID-19 aid delivery mechanisms in Sabah needs to be improved
Khairul Firdaus also said the detection system of the people affected by access and resources of food needs also should be streamlined.
Mon Nov 09 2020
Budget 2021: More for the vulnerable rakyat
The average and median incomes of households headed by females and households with disabilities are weak below RM2,000.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Not all civil servants receive BPN - CUEPACS
If the household income is more than what is stipulated, they are not eligible even though they are public servants.
Sat Oct 31 2020
BPN 2.0: First phase payment started earlier than scheduled
The payments were expedited due to commitment and efforts of its officials as well as staff of the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) and financial institutions involved.
Sun Oct 25 2020
Assistances, initiatives worth RM122.7 bln implemented under PRIHATIN - Tengku Zafrul
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said the level of implementation for the one-off cash assistances was at 94 per cent, involving RM14.7 billion.
Wed Oct 07 2020
RM1.93 mln Prihatin aid disbursed to Sabah, Sarawak - Tengku Zafrul
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) said 1.93 million people in Sabah and Sarawak have received the Bantuan Prihatin Nasional, amounting to RM2.1 billion.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024