Don't be judgmental, provide moral support to former drug addicts - AADK
Sutekno Ahmad Belon said some of them returned to old habits because they were cast aside, treated as unworthy and hit with harsh words.
Wed Aug 23 2023
Police nab drug pusher, seize drugs worth almost RM1 million in Pantai Remis
The amount of drugs seized from the man can be distributed to approximately 100,000 drug addicts in Manjung and nearby areas, police said.
Wed Jul 20 2022
Ayob Khan: Drugs worth over RM3.5 million seized in three days
As many as 367 drug addicts dens were also raided during the operations, Ayob Khan said.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Negative stigma prevents addicts from seeking treatment - Khairy
Negative stigma amongst members of society towards drug abuse and addiction is one of the factors that prevent those involved from seeking professional treatment and help for their problems.
Sun Jan 16 2022
Home Ministry seeking RM10 million for rehabilitation of drug addicts - Hamzah
The allocation requested under Budget 2022 is to further boost activities and efforts to maintain the recovery of former drug addicts.
Wed Sep 22 2021
70-year-old man among 45 drug addicts nabbed in Port Dickson
Forty-five suspected drug addicts, including a 70-year-old man, were nabbed in an anti-drug operation dubbed Op Sarang at an oil palm plantation in Pasir Panjang, here, yesterday.
Tue Sep 07 2021
Couples, siblings detained, drugs worth nearly RM2 mln seized
Mior Faridalathrash said the drug was enough to satisfy 110,000 drug addicts.
Fri May 28 2021
Government to amend Drug Dependants Act to reduce prison overcrowding
The Home Ministry will amend the Drug Dependants (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act 1983 to place drug addicts in National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) rehabilitation centres instead of prisons.
Tue Aug 25 2020
60 to 70 new drug addicts recorded daily - Nur Jazlan
There have been between 60 and 70 people in the country involved in drug abuse on a daily basis, said Deputy Home Minister Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed.
Sat Apr 15 2017
Existence of entertainment outlets supplying drugs to youths worrying
The existence of an increasing number of entertainment premises used by drug addicts or traffickers to supply the prohibited items to customers, especially students, is worrying.
Mon Dec 26 2016
Women take drugs to be slim, Dewan Rakyat told
The desire to be slim and seeking fun at nightclubs are among the reasons why women get involved with drugs, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Wed Nov 16 2016
Bung Moktar overwhelmed with emotion when he proposed shoot drug addicts, traffickers - IGP
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar today stated that shooting of drug addicts and traffickers, as proposed by a lawmaker, is unsuitable to be implemented in Malaysia.
Tue May 17 2016
131,841 drug addicts detected in country since Jan 2010 - Ahmad Zahid
Over the past six years, a total of 131,841 drug addicts were detected in the country, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Tue Apr 19 2016
Three suspected drug addicts drown after jumping into river
Three suspected drug addicts drowned when they jumped into Sungai Tengi in Tanjong Karang near here to avoid arrest during a police raid.
Sat Apr 02 2016
Provide employment for rehabilitated drug addicts in public sector - Lam Thye
Lee said the government should consider initiating the employment policy just as it has a policy on employment for disabled persons.
Sun Mar 06 2016
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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Sat Oct 19 2024
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