Yasin acquitted, discharged of drug related charges
Judge Faiz Dziyauddin also ordered Muhammad Yasin Sulaiman to be placed at Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta
Wed Nov 29 2023
Singer Jason Lo remains free of drug-related charges
This followed the decision of High Court Judge Datuk Noorin Badaruddin in rejecting the prosecution's appeal.
Thu Apr 06 2023
13 nabbed while busy brewing ketum juice in Kota Tinggi
Thirteen individuals who were brewing ketum juice under a canopy were among 58 individuals detained by the Johor police for various drug-related offences during a special operation.
Sun Dec 11 2022
Man suspected of killing infant son has eight previous records
The suspect is believed to be on drugs since two to three years ago and he has eight previous records, including for drug-related offences.
Wed Oct 12 2022
PDRM call for amendments to drug-related acts to stay current
PDRM has proposed to the Home Ministry (KDN) to amend or enact several acts related to drug penalties in line with current developments in the abuse of banned substances.
Sun Jun 12 2022
Two men killed in shootout with police
Two men suspected of being involved in drug-related crimes were killed in a shootout with the police in Kampung Simpang Tokku, Kuala Terengganu this morning.
Tue Apr 05 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
"Adik Mat" gang leader, member killed in shootout with police
2 men, believed to be the leader and member of the 'Adik Mat' gang involved in armed robbery, criminal intimidation and drug trafficking, were killed in a shootout with the police.
Tue Dec 28 2021
Man wanted by police over discovery of sling bag containing drugs worth RM33,260
Mohd Nasaruddin said the identity card belonged to a person with seven drug-related offences and was last detained in 2019 for a similar offence.
Sat Dec 25 2021
Perak police to dispose of drugs worth RM58 million
Mazlan Santarai said the drugs were exhibits that had been produced in court proceedings involving 4,991 drug-related cases in the state.
Tue Nov 02 2021
Married couple among seven arrested in RM4.2 mln drug seizure in JB
Six of the suspects tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine, while five of them had drug-related criminal records.
Sun Oct 31 2021
Police tracking down man over drug-related case
Police are looking for G. Kalaiselvam to assist in an investigation in connection with a drug-related case in Kampung Tawas.
Thu Aug 26 2021
Government will not legalise cannabis - PM Muhyiddin
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said today that the government will maintain its current stance on cannabis and all drug-related substances as enforced by the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
Thu Feb 18 2021
Mechanic arrested in Wangsa Maju for stealing statues of deities
The perpetrator had three prior criminal records which includes a drug-related case.
Sat Oct 03 2020
Perak drug abuse activities is alarming - police chief
State police chief Datuk Hasnan Hassan said a total of 6,177 people have been arrested for drug-related cases from January to September this year, an 18 per cent increase.
Thu Oct 19 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