Thailand kicks off first phase of $14 bln "digital wallet" stimulus scheme
The initial phase will see 10,000 baht distributed in cash to 14.5 million welfare card holders and disabled people.
Wed Sep 25 2024
No UNHCR card holders, Rohingyas involved in repatriation - Immigration DG
The repatriation programme for Myanmar nationals to return to their country on Feb 23 does not involve UNHCR cardholders or people of Rohingya ethnicity.
Mon Feb 15 2021
KDN will obtain data on Rohingya in Malaysia from UNHCR, Wisma Putra
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA) will seek information on the data of United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) card holders in the country from UNHCR and Wisma Putra.
Fri Aug 14 2020
EC: Hopefully voter's card holders will comply with voting time
Voters for the Chini state by-election who receive a voter's card are expected to abide by the 'encouraged voting time' information contained in the document when going out voting on July 4.
Fri Jun 26 2020
Government does not recognise refugee status of Rohingyas - Hamzah Zainudin
The government does not recognise the refugee status of any groups, including the Rohingyas, even if they are UNHCR card holders.
Thu Apr 30 2020
3.6 million credit card holders in Malaysia as at June
There are 3.6 million main credit card holders in Malaysia as at the end of June.
Wed Aug 23 2017
Allowing UNHCR card holders to work will curb trafficking - Tenaganita
Allowing Rohingya UNHCR card holders to work will help reduce cases of trafficking and their children begging on the streets, said Tenaganita.
Thu Feb 02 2017
After outcry, US loosens curb on re-entry by green card holders
The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees customs, border and immigration agencies, struggled to interpret and implement the order over the weekend.
Mon Jan 30 2017
Not easy to hack payWave card, users need not worry - IT expert
Allegations that payWave card holders are at risk of their personal data and information is not as simple as made up in social media, according to IT consultant, Mohd Ridzman Azzahari.
Wed Jan 18 2017
Cardholders need to start using PIN to resolve teething problems
Credit and debit card holders need to start using their PIN for transactions to assist Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the banking industry to uncover and resolve teething issues in its implementation.
Sun Jan 15 2017
Bank Rakyat eyes RM1 billion credit card transactions in 2017
Bank Rakyat is eyeing to sign up over 450,000 credit card holders with RM1 billion transactions next year.
Tue Dec 20 2016
No more UNHCR card for walk-in applicants - Shahidan
The decision came after a cabinet paper was presented by the National Security Council today to prevent UNHCR card holders from piling up.
Wed Jul 20 2016
Malaysia, UNHCR to form joint task force to solve fake refugee card issue
Among the immediate measures to be taken by the task force is asking all UNHCR card holders to re-register themselves with the body.
Wed Mar 23 2016
BSN eyes 72,000 credit card holders this year
The spending pattern of customers is expected to continue growing by 30-40 percent this year, Bank Simpanan Nasional says.
Mon Mar 14 2016
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