IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah
Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has been detained today for investigations under Sedition Act 1948 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Malaysia police arrest man over statements backing diplomatic ties with Israel
The investigation is being carried out under the sedition act, communications and multimedia act, and the penal code, police said.
Thu Dec 07 2023
Sedition Act, Communications and Multimedia Act sufficient to address 3R issue
Aaron Ago Dagang said it is enough to strengthen the enforcement of the existing laws.
Tue Nov 07 2023
Uploading obscene content an offence under Communications and Multimedia Act
Those convicted of uploading and spreading obscene content can face a maximum fine of RM50,000, or imprisonment of up to a year, or both.
Mon Apr 10 2023
Cabinet agrees to amend two communications acts
The Cabinet yesterday agreed that the existing Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Act 1998 (Act 589) be amended.
Sat Aug 27 2022
Govt mulling to tighten law to check offensive social media posts - Annuar
Annuar said the Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 was not so effective in checking contents uploaded from overseas.
Thu Apr 28 2022
Amend Act 588 to impose heavier penalties against individuals mocking PWD - Ras Adiba
The government has been asked to amend Section 233 (1) (b) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988 (Act 588) to impose heavier penalties against individuals who humiliate PwDs.
Mon Mar 21 2022
Johor polls: Police open seven investigation papers
Ibrahim Mat said the offences included deliberately causing shame with intention to provoke a breaking of the law.
Tue Mar 01 2022
MCMC: Spectrum allocation via preferential rights permitted under Communications and Multimedia Act 1998
The method of allocating spectrum through preferential rights is allowed under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 but it must be followed by an orderly and rigorous process.
Sat Jun 26 2021
MCMC to regulate, monitor DNB
The MCMC said today it will regulate and monitor Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) via the relevant regulatory tools under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA 1998).
Tue Mar 02 2021
Search conducted at residence in viral video is lawful - Police
Arjunaidi advised the public not to make speculations about the incident that would cause confusion in the community.
Tue Mar 02 2021
Don't purchase CBR devices from unregistered sources - MCMC
MCMC advised the public to lodge a complaint to their service providers through official channels provided if they have coverage issues.
Sat Jan 09 2021
MCMC urges Seniman to lodge complaint against Namewee's latest film
MCMC urges Seniman to file a complaint against a film titled Babi to enable the agency to evaluate its content.
Sun Dec 13 2020
Stringent action against those spreading slanders - IGP
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) view seriously and will take stringent action against individuals who deliberately record and disseminate videos or pictures of policemen who are on duty.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Do not abuse social media, share provocative content - MCMC
Sharing of offensive and menacing content is an offence under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Thu Oct 15 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024