Samy Vellu 'a legendary figure' to Malaysian construction industry
The MBAM has paid tribute to the late Samy Vellu and described him as a legendary figure who contributed extensively to the nation, particularly the local construction industry.
Fri Sep 16 2022
MBAM: Budget 2022 does not offer much for construction industry
The Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM) has expressed its gratitude to the government for some construction projects announced in Budget 2022 but believes they are insufficient.
Fri Oct 29 2021
Construction industry suffers RM42 billion losses due to MCO - Fadillah
Fadillah said of the total, RM18 billion was the estimated loss during the MCO 3.0 period from June to September this year.
Thu Sep 30 2021
Works Ministry to focus on public infra, recovery of construction industry - Fadillah
The Ministry of Works (KKR) will continue its economic recovery agenda for the construction industry as well as focus on improving public infrastructure in terms of connectivity, comfort and safety.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Phase two of CIVac to begin Aug 5 - Fadillah
Phase Two of the Construction Industry Vaccination Programme (CIVac) which will kick off on Aug 5 will involve 55,000 construction workers in Penang and Johor.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Jepak Holdings need not pay RM1.65 mln levy to CIDB
Jepak Holdings Sdn Bhd does not have to pay more than RM1.65 million in outstanding levies to the Malaysian Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB).
Tue Mar 09 2021
SUKE incident: CIDB investigates traffic management aspect
If found guilty, the contractor can be fined up to RM500,000.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Works Ministry launches Organisational Strategic Plan 2021-2025 to employ construction industry
KKR has launched the KKR Organisational Strategic Plan 2021-2025 based on four thrusts focusing on the construction industry's efforts in reviving Malaysia's economy.
Fri Jan 29 2021
Budget 2021: Works Ministry to focus on public infrastructure - Fadillah
Fadillah Yusof said that the implementation of the public projects was seen to be able to have double economic impacts on various sectors, thus benefiting the people as a whole.
Wed Nov 18 2020
Ops Benteng now focuses on chasing off foreigners at borders - Ismail Sabri
Ops Benteng is now focusing on chasing off illegals at the country's borders compared to arrests, said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Sat Oct 24 2020
DOSH issues stop-work order at parapet crash site
The order was to allow a comprehensive investigation to be conducted by DOSH on the cause of the incident.
Sun Sep 20 2020
Construction sector has lost up to RM11.6 billion monthly since MCO - MBAM
The construction industry in Malaysia has suffered up to RM11.6 billion in losses every month since the nationwide Movement Control Order (MCO) began on March 18.
Fri Sep 18 2020
286 individuals detained for non-compliance of MCO - Ismail Sabri
A total of 286 individuals were detained yesterday for non-compliance of the Movement Control Order (MCO), said Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Mon Aug 17 2020
Group stranded at KLIA sent to quarantine stations - Ismail Sabri
Authorities needed time to arrange hotels for 104 individuals stranded at KLIA as their flight was not in the original schedule of arrivals.
Fri Aug 14 2020
RM70 million allocation to help construction industry - Fadillah
CIDB allocated RM70 million for the implementation of several strategic programmes to assist players in the construction industry who were affected by the enforcement of the MCO.
Sat Jul 11 2020
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024