Entrepreneurs should borrow from Tekun Nasional, not Ah Longs - Wan Junaidi
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC) called on micro-enterprises to reach out to its agency, TEKUN Nasional for hassle-free financing assistance and not go to loan sharks.
Wed Jul 21 2021
Applications for loan moratorium to open tomorrow - BNM
The central bank also urged loan borrowers to contact their respective banks and guidance will be provided by the customer service officer.
Tue Jul 06 2021
Banks to offer six-month moratorium from July 7, say ABM, AIBIM
The Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) and Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM) member banks will be offering a six-month moratorium from July 7.
Tue Jun 29 2021
Govt approves RM65.26 mln for Agro Food Scheme
In just four months, the government has approved an allocation of RM65.26 million for Agro Food Scheme to help micro-entrepreneurs and the B40 community affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri Oct 30 2020
Banks have approved 98 per cent of 500,000 applications for repayment assistance - BNM
The banking industry has received about 500,000 applications for repayment assistance and approved 98 per cent of them.
Wed Sep 30 2020
DPMM to meet Bank Negara over ways to help entrepreneurs
Among the matters to be discussed was the problem of loan records appearing in the Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS) and CTOS Data Systems Sdn Bhd (CTOS) report.
Fri Aug 21 2020
Borrowers can apply for flexibility from Aug 7, no CCRIS for the period BNM
BNM said that it has communicated to the banks to deliver a simplified application and documentation process for borrowers.
Wed Jul 29 2020
IRB says tax defaulters may soon be listed under CCRIS
Tax defaulters will not only be banned from leaving the country, but may be listed under the CCRIS for intentionally delaying tax payments.
Thu Dec 15 2016
1.25 million PTPTN borrowers listed in CCRIS
A total 1.25 million borrowers who failed to repay their National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) loans have been listed in the Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS).
Sat Apr 23 2016
PTPTN proposal to list loan defaulters in CCRIS no punishment
PTPTN) proposal to list the names of loan defaulters in the Central Credit Reference Information System (CCRIS) is to educate rather than punish.
Fri Oct 10 2014
Give blacklisted applicants a chance to buy homes - Mukhriz
Mukhriz said many were turned away from buying homes under the PPR due to being blacklisted by financial institutions.
Thu Mar 06 2014
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