Subsidised cooking oil shortage due to higher income groups taking advantage of situation
The short supply of subsidised packet cooking oil in the market over the past month was because the elite especially the T20 and M40 income groups had been buying them.
Fri Apr 01 2022
EPF records higher income of RM11.51 billion in Q2
The EPF has reported a 36.36 percent increase in investment income to RM11.51 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2017.
Fri Sep 15 2017
Govt offers various financial aid to pursue higher education - PM Najib
The Prime Minister said the people must have a high level of education to enjoy a higher income and raise their standard of living.
Fri Jan 06 2017
4 tips for Malaysia's middle class to cope with the rising cost of living
Malaysia's middle-income earners, the 'M40', are not eligible for cash aids, yet do not earn enough to weather rising living costs. So how can they boost their disposable income?
Mon Nov 09 2015
Raising tax on higher-income group a bold move
The increased taxes on the higher-income group has been hailed as a bold move after the decrease in personal income tax rates last year.
Sat Oct 24 2015
Budget 2016: Can You Afford A House Now?
Budget 2016 continues to focus on providing affordable housing to meet increasing housing needs, particularly among the poor, and low-and middle-income households in line with the 11th Malaysia Plan.
Sat Oct 24 2015
Budget 2016 to ensure higher education, skills training for B40 households - Najib
The Prime Minister said the budget would make provisions for the B40 households to enjoy affordable houses and better quality of life.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Rais: Sabah farmers can earn higher income
Farmers in Sabah have the capabilities to earn higher income with the assistance of the State Farmers' Organisation, says Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim.
Thu Oct 17 2013
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024