Vietnam's Typhoon Yagi death toll passes 250, scores still missing
More than 820 people have been injured and 82 are still missing, according to the state disaster management agency.
Mon Sep 16 2024
Death toll in Vietnam from Typhoon Yagi rises to 58
Most of the victims were killed in landslides and flash floods, with nearly 750 people injured, the disaster management agency said.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Bangladesh floods maroon nearly three million people, kill two
Roads were severed, isolating communities and hampering relief efforts, according to disaster management and relief officials.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Indonesia sees rising trend in disasters - BNPB
Indonesia has observed a rising trend in disasters this year averaging 20 incidents daily, according to the National Disaster Management Agency.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Terengganu fully recovers from floods - NADMA
Terengganu has fully recovered from floods after 463 evacuees hosed at two temporary relief centres in Dungun were allowed to return home, said the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA).
Thu Feb 01 2024
Activate state, district Disaster Management Committees in Pahang, Johor - NADMA
The National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) wants the state and district disaster management committees in Pahang and Johor to be activated.
Wed Dec 27 2023
Over 5,000 evacuees at 38 relief centres in Terengganu, Kelantan, Perak
According to the Terengganu State Disaster Management Committee Secretariat, Kuala Nerus was the worst-hit district.
Wed Nov 22 2023
NGDC: Govt to suffer RM17 billion loss if mitigation measures not taken
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the establishment of National Geological Disaster Centre will enable efficient and effective disaster management.
Mon Oct 16 2023
Floods: 44,286 victims still at relief centres at 5pm
The number of flood victims in three states has dropped slightly to 44,286 people at 263 temporary relief centres (PPS) as at 5pm, today.
Mon Mar 06 2023
Central Disaster Management Committee seeks comprehensive solution
The Central Disaster Management Committee has coordinated with the relevant ministries and agencies to find a comprehensive solution to the problems caused by the Northeast Monsoon (MTL).
Thu Jan 05 2023
Batang Kali landslide: Govt to focus on post-disaster management
As the SAR operation for the Batang Kali landslide victims has officially ended, the government will now focus on post-disaster management activities.
Sun Dec 25 2022
All disaster management committees primed for action - DPM Ahmad Zahid
All Disaster Management Committees at the central, state and district levels are ready to be activated at a level of preparedness that can be upgraded to deal with the current floods.
Mon Dec 19 2022
Batang Kali landslide: Six bodies identified
Nadma said their identities were confirmed by next of kin through an identification process or the 'finger printing' test.
Sat Dec 17 2022
Batang Kali landslide: Death toll at Malaysia campsite rises to 23, 10 still missing
Of the 94 people caught in the slide, 61 were safe and 10 still missing, according to JBPM.
Sat Dec 17 2022
Government to take proactive steps in flood management - DPM
The government will take proactive steps in flood disaster management including activating temporary relief centres (PPS) earlier, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Tue Dec 13 2022
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