Brazil's Lula fires army commander in wake of riots
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday fired the head of the country's army, Gen Julio Cesar de Arruda, two weeks after election-related riots gripped the country's capital.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Police open 25 investigation papers on election-related offences
Police said the offences include incitement, criminal intimidation, destroying political parties and candidates' banners and billboards.
Fri Nov 11 2022
Penang cops nab man, open six investigation papers on election-related offences
Penang police arrested a man and opened six investigation papers in connection with crimes and other offences during the GE15 campaign.
Thu Nov 10 2022
Citizens relieved as new SOP for Melaka polls deemed right move to stop COVID-19
The MOH's move to prohibit all election-related activities, rallies and social gatherings with effect from tomorrow until Nov 27, comes as welcome news and a great relief for communities in the state.
Sun Oct 24 2021
Melaka polls: Ban on gatherings, events from Oct 25 to Nov 27 - Khairy
To reduce the risk of infection and a sudden increase in COVID-19 cases, any election-related gatherings or social activities will not be allowed, effective tomorrow (Oct 25) until Nov 27.
Sun Oct 24 2021
Police arrest blogger Milo Suam
The owner of the blog Milo Suam whom the police had been hunting for days for making election related offence, was reportedly arrested late yesterday night.
Thu May 02 2013
Getting ready for the polls
New to the voting world or forgot the whole process? Here are important tips on the dos and donts on voting day and other election related details.
Wed May 01 2013
Police get 193 applications to hold election-related activities
The police received 193 applications up to yesterday to carry out activities related to the GE-13 all over the country.
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