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Selangor develops special rehabilitation modules for GISB victims

Selangor develops special rehabilitation modules for GISB victims

The Selangor Islamic Religious Council, in collaboration with the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia and the Selangor Islamic Religious Department, is working to rehabilitate members of GISB.
Mon Nov 18 2024
PM's official visit to Cairo bolsters Malaysia-Egypt ties

PM's official visit to Cairo bolsters Malaysia-Egypt ties

Egypt is confident that Malaysia will play an important role in strengthening regional cooperation and joint development, says PM Anwar.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Nga launches Malaysia pavilion at UN-Habitat World Urban Forum, showcasing MADANI humanity values on global stage

Nga launches Malaysia pavilion at UN-Habitat World Urban Forum, showcasing MADANI humanity values on global stage

Nga Kor Ming emphasises the critical role of human values in sustainable development.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Nga calls for more people-public-private partnerships for sustainable development at UN-Habitat World Urban Forum

Nga calls for more people-public-private partnerships for sustainable development at UN-Habitat World Urban Forum

Nga Kor Ming urges the international community to promote people-public-private partnerships for sustainable cities and communities.
Tue Nov 05 2024
World Urban Forum in Cairo opens with record-breaking attendance, call for local solutions

World Urban Forum in Cairo opens with record-breaking attendance, call for local solutions

This years Forum underscores the central role of local actions in addressing the challenges of sustainable urban development.
Tue Nov 05 2024
RM500 mln to RM1.2 bln assets under management expected from family office scheme within first 5 years - Amir Hamzah

RM500 mln to RM1.2 bln assets under management expected from family office scheme within first 5 years - Amir Hamzah

The scheme is also a catalyst for human capital development and will bring about economic multiplier effects, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah.
Tue Nov 05 2024
US$3 billion development for TRX diverted into Najib's account, says judge

US$3 billion development for TRX diverted into Najib's account, says judge

Prosecution shows that on March 14, 2013, the accused signed a letter supporting 1MDB's $3B bond issuance, the judge said.
Wed Oct 30 2024
High Court to deliver key decision in Najib's 1MDB case today

High Court to deliver key decision in Najib's 1MDB case today

Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak faces charges related to funds from 1Malaysia Development Berhad.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Consider This: Budget 2025 (Part 1) — The Right Dose for Healthcare?

Consider This: Budget 2025 (Part 1) — The Right Dose for Healthcare?

The Health Ministry has been allocated RM45.3 billion in Budget 2025, which is the second highest after the education ministry. It’s an almost 10% increase from the previous budget. Will it be enough to address the many issues affecting Malaysia’s public healthcare system? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Farhan Rusli, Fellow at the Institute for Research and Development of Policy.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Media licensing framework development involves multiple consultations - Teo

Media licensing framework development involves multiple consultations - Teo

Teo Nie Ching says the views of stakeholders have been considered through several engagement sessions and ongoing consultations.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Father of Malaysian Islamic banking, Abdul Halim Ismail passes away

Father of Malaysian Islamic banking, Abdul Halim Ismail passes away

His dedication and pioneering spirit played an important role in shaping the journey of Bank Islam as well as leaving a lasting impact on the development of Malaysia's Islamic finance industry.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21

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
World sees first increase in extreme poverty in 20 years: UN report

World sees first increase in extreme poverty in 20 years: UN report

The report highlights urgent need to reform international development finance to better support country-level responses to global crises.
Fri Oct 18 2024
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's care economy: An urgent investment for a sustainable future

[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's care economy: An urgent investment for a sustainable future

It is time for Malaysia to act decisively, embracing the care economy as a cornerstone of national development.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Melaka poised to become EV manufacturing hub

Melaka poised to become EV manufacturing hub

The Melaka state government is committed to positioning the state as a leading hub for electric vehicle (EV) production in Malaysia, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG13)
Tue Oct 15 2024
South Korea prosecutors seek 5-year jail term for Samsung Elec chief in appeals case

South Korea prosecutors seek 5-year jail term for Samsung Elec chief in appeals case

Prosecutors allege Jay Y. Lee prioritised personal gain as Samsung's de-facto leader during the merger, harming shareholders and investors.
Mon Nov 25 2024
[COLUMNIST] Vaping: Behind the smokescreen of smoking cessation and healthier alternative

[COLUMNIST] Vaping: Behind the smokescreen of smoking cessation and healthier alternative

The existence of e-cigarettes seems to have merely shifted users from one addiction to another from traditional cigarettes to e-cigarettes.
Mon Nov 25 2024
12 probe papers opened on GISB, 7 brought to court - Aminuddin

12 probe papers opened on GISB, 7 brought to court - Aminuddin

Aminuddin Harun says police are awaiting further instruction for five more investigation papers from the Attorney-General's Chambers.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Govt does not use private company funds for official flights - PM

Govt does not use private company funds for official flights - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the expenses, amounting to RM1.6 million, were fully borne by the government.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Immigration Dept to introduce special digital pass from January 2025

Immigration Dept to introduce special digital pass from January 2025

A special pass is a document issued to foreigners to grant the holder the right to enter and stay in Malaysia for no more than thirty days.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Sinkhole incident: Repairs along Jalan Lojing-Gua Musang ongoing - Police

Sinkhole incident: Repairs along Jalan Lojing-Gua Musang ongoing - Police

According to police, several warning signs have been placed regarding the road repairs.
Mon Nov 25 2024
International Business Forum World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN to be held in Malaysia

International Business Forum "World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN" to be held in Malaysia

The event aims to consolidate the positions of key economic players in the region.
Mon Nov 25 2024
DHL cargo plane crashes into house near Lithuania airport, killing one; 3 hurt

DHL cargo plane crashes into house near Lithuania airport, killing one; 3 hurt

According to a spokesperson, the airplane, operated by SWIFT airline on behalf of DHL, originated from Leipzig, fell on a house.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS

Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS

JAIS has been instructed to ensure that all Islamic preachers invited to the state, especially to talk on matters related to aqidah, syariah, sufism and the practice of fariqa.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Taiwan reports Chinese balloon, first time in six months

Taiwan reports Chinese balloon, first time in six months

Taiwan's defence ministry reports that a Chinese balloon detected over the sea to Taiwan's north.
Mon Nov 25 2024