Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1
According to Batik Air this decision comes in response to recent situation in Middle East, leading to the operational restrictions.
Fri Apr 19 2024
New RM1,500 minimum wage order gazetted
The new minimum wage of RM1,500 a month effective May 1 was officially gazetted yesterday.
Thu Apr 28 2022
COVID-19 test no longer required for travellers from three categories
Effective May 1, travellers under three categories are no longer required to undergo COVID-19 test before departing for Malaysia and upon arrival.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Wearing of face masks in outdoor settings, open areas no longer compulsory from May 1
Effective May 1, the wearing of face masks in outdoor settings and open areas will no longer be compulsory, but optional, Minister of Health Khairy Jamaluddin announced today.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Minimum wage directive needs fine-tuning - Willie
The implementation of the minimum wage of RM1,500 effective May 1 needs fine-tuning so that the matter does not burden companies and entrepreneurs in small and medium industries in the country.
Sat Apr 16 2022
Engagement session with employers' bodies on RM1,500 minimum salary next month
The Ministry of Human Resources (MoHR) will hold an engagement session with representatives of employers' bodies and business chambers on the new monthly minimum wage of RM1,500 effective May 1.
Fri Mar 25 2022
Khairussaleh Ramli to be appointed Maybank president, CEO
Datuk Khairussaleh Ramli will be appointed as Malayan Banking Bhd's (Maybank) new group president and chief executive officer (CEO) effective May 1, 2022.
Thu Jan 27 2022
Boustead appoints Mohamed Khaled Nordin as non-independent, non-executive Chairman
Boustead Holdings Bhd (Boustead) has appointed Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin as the company's non-independent, non-executive chairman, effective May 1, 2020.
Thu Apr 30 2020
Bursa Malaysia appoints Abdul Wahid Omar as non-executive chairman
Bursa Malaysia Bhd has appointed Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar as its non-executive chairman effective May 1, 2020, succeeding Datuk Shireen Ann Zaharah Muhiudeen.
Fri Apr 17 2020
TM appoints Mohammed Shazalli as new MD and group CEO
Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) has appointed Datuk Seri Mohammed Shazalli Ramly, 55, as its new Managing Director (MD)/ Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1, 2017.
Tue Mar 21 2017
BNM appoints new Assistant Governor
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today announced the appointment of Mohd Adhari Belal Din as Assistant Governor effective May 1, 2015.
Tue Apr 28 2015
Students, publishers unhappy over new BB1M guidelines
The Education Ministry on Wednesday said effective May 1, BB1M will only be applicable for the purchase of academic books, journals and magazines.
Wed Apr 30 2014
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