Singer Yasin gets life imprisonment, 16 strokes of the cane over drug offences
The High Court sentenced Yasin Sulaiman after finding him guilty of possessing, cultivating, self-administering marijuana.
Thu Aug 22 2024
KL police chief: 18 officers, personnel dismissed in first eight months of 2023
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Allaudeen Abdul Majid said apart from them, six policemen were also demoted in the same period.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Malaysian arrested with more than 4.7kg of heroin at Singapore's Woodlands Checkpoint
A 22-year-old male Malaysian travelling in the car was arrested for suspected drug offences, authorities said in a statement.
Tue Aug 08 2023
Detainee dies in lockup after having breathing difficulties - Bukit Aman
Datuk Seri Azri Ahmad said the 59-year-old detainee was arrested on July 6 for drug offences.
Wed Jul 26 2023
More than 20,000 Iindividuals arrested for drug offences since January
PDRM arrested 28,710 individuals suspected of being involved in various drug offences nationwide under the 'Op Tapis Khas 1 to 7' operation from January.
Sat Dec 10 2022
11,472 individuals nabbed for various drug offences in Johor
The Johor Police arrested 11,472 individuals for various drug offences through Op Tapis, conducted across the state from Jan 1 to Oct 12.
Fri Oct 14 2022
Analysis: Abolishment of mandatory death penalty signals nuanced take on drug problems
The death penalty has proven not to be an effective deterrent, not only in Malaysia but worldwide, a human rights lawyer said.
Fri Jun 17 2022
Nasyid singer arrested for alleged drug offence - Police
A nasyid singer has been arrested by the police for an alleged drug-related offence at a condominium in Kota Damansara yesterday.
Fri Mar 25 2022
M'sian in death row granted respite by S'pore president
Malaysian Pausi Jefridin, who was scheduled to be hanged on Wednesday (Feb 16) for a drug offence has been granted a respite by the republic's president, Halimah Yacob.
Thu Feb 17 2022
41 nabbed in Tampin for various drug offences
The drugs seized are heroin (99 grams) and syabu (17g) with a total value of RM6,400, police said.
Sun Jan 23 2022
Malaysian in death row has been accorded full due process under the law - Lee, Vivian
Lee Hsien Loong and Dr Vivian Balakrishnan have replied that the Malaysian awaiting execution for a drug offence has been accorded full due process under the law.
Fri Nov 12 2021
Retiree claims cheated by nephew of RM16,000 for son's release
The retiree said he received a WhatsApp message from a man claiming to be a police officer about his son being detained for a drug offence.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Police bust 'Nuar Manchis' gang, seize drugs worth over RM48,000
Mohd Yusri said both suspects tested positive for methamphetamine and each had a previous drug offence.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Three men, including disabled, nabbed for drug offences
Police detained three men, including a disabled, on suspicion of drug abuse activities in three separate raids conducted around Padang Serai in Kulim, yesterday.
Mon Aug 17 2020
Night market trader gets jail for robbing Uber driver
A night market trader who is currently serving a jail term for a drug offence in Negeri Sembilan, was sentenced to another five years' jail and a stroke of the rotan by the Sessions Court here today.
Wed Jun 21 2017
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'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
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
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
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