Apex court grants leave to lawmakers to commence judicial review on emergency proclamation
Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said both lawmakers had met the threshold for leave for judicial review.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Apex court dismisses Malaysian Bar’s leave to appeal bid to refer constitutional questions
Federal Court denies Malaysian Bar's appeal to refer constitutional questions on the 2020 emergency proclamation.
Wed Jun 19 2024
Khairuddin's notice of appeal incompetent, reinstatement suit struck out
Khairuddin's appeal to reinstate his legal action over Muhyiddin's decision to advise the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the emergency proclamation to contain the COVID-19 pandemic was struck out today.
Thu Apr 07 2022
Emergency Ordinance: Fake news only related to COVID and Emergency Proclamation
The Dewan Negara sitting was told the scope of fake news in the Emergency Ordinance only involved information linked to COVID-19 or the Emergency Proclamation.
Wed Dec 08 2021
EC notified of Sarawak Emergency revocation, to hold special meeting
The EC has received official notification from Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg regarding the revocation of the Emergency Proclamation for Sarawak yesterday.
Thu Nov 04 2021
Agong consents to Emergency Proclamation for Sarawak to be lifted
His Majesty today consented to the Proclamation of Emergency for Sarawak, which took effect on Aug 2, to be lifted.
Wed Nov 03 2021
Emergency ordinances fully annulled only after approval by both Dewan Rakyat, Senate - Expert
The motion to annul the ordinances was approved by the Dewan Rakyat yesterday after being tabled and debated.
Tue Oct 26 2021
Two things must be done before Sarawak state election can be held - Wan Junaidi
The emergency proclamation until Feb 2, 2022 would have to be terminated earlier with the King's consent, if necessary, Wan Junaidi said.
Sat Oct 16 2021
Emergency to postpone Melaka polls: Govt to decide next week - PM
The government will decide next week on whether to advise tDeputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong to declare an Emergency proclamation to postpone the Melaka state election.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Emergency can be declared to delay Melaka state election over COVID-19 concerns - Legal experts
An Emergency proclamation can be declared throughout Melaka to postpone state elections should there be concerns over COVID-19 infections in the state or the country.
Wed Oct 06 2021
Amend the Federal Constitution for specific types of emergencies
Learn from the experience in fighting the pandemic to boost national security legal provisions.
Thu Aug 26 2021
Emergency: Court throws out Khairuddin's suit against Muhyiddin, govt
The action was taken to challenge Muhyiddin's decision to advise the King on the proclamation of emergency to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Aug 24 2021
Why Malaysians have lost confidence in Parliament
If the PM is toppled in a vote of no confidence, it will merely reshuffle the same pack of cards composed of the same politicians again.
Thu Aug 05 2021
Sarawak election to be held within 60 days after revocation of emergency proclamation - EC
The Sarawak State Election will be held within 60 days from the date the Emergency Proclamation for Sarawak is revoked or annulled, says Election Commission (EC) secretary Datuk Ikmalrudin Ishak.
Mon Aug 02 2021
Infectious disease prevention order differs from emergency proclamation - MOH
The order was made under subsection 11(1) of Act 342 which gives the Health Minister the power to declare any area as an infected local area.
Fri Jul 30 2021
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024