Sanusi accused of breaching election rules over ballot paper display
Such an act would be an offence under the Election Offences Act 1954.
Sat Aug 12 2023
GE15: Aid packages for the people should not have symbols of political parties - Rais
Rais also expressed the need for the Election Commission to be more firm in enforcing the Election Offences Act 1954.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Jail, fine, disqualify as elected representative under Election Offences Act 1954
After this election, the winning party is expected to form a govt with integrity, and together with the people, fight corruption.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Sarawak election: Report to the authorities if you have proof of vote-buying
Those with proof of vote-buying during the recent Sarawak elections should immediately lodge reports with the authorities, CENBET secretary-general Khairil Azmi Hasbie said.
Wed May 11 2016
Police open three investigation papers over PKR's illegal political rallies
Police are investigating Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) for holding three political rallies without permits in their campaign for the Permatang Pauh Parliamentary by-election.
Tue Apr 28 2015
Court strikes out four election petitions in Johor
All the petitioners failed to adhere to regulations under the Election Offences Act 1954, including not having sufficient facts or details to support the petitions.
Fri Aug 30 2013
Sosma 2012 to be used to ensure smooth running of GE-13
Police will use the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (Sosma) in ensuring that the GE-13 will run smoothly.
Wed Apr 10 2013
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