Allegation of POCA being draconian, no different from ISA not true - Nur Jazlan
The accusation against the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA), describing it as draconian and not vary from the Internal Security Act (ISA), is untrue.
Mon Aug 21 2017
I have full confidence in Ahmad Zahid - Najib
They had been through both the good and bad times since 1986, said Najib, referring to the time he was Culture, Youth and Sports Minister before Ahmad Zahid joined him as his political secretary.
Sun Aug 06 2017
Singapore detains first woman citizen suspected of Islamist radicalism
The detention of the first Singaporean woman for suspected Islamist radicalism comes as concern is growing about the spread of Islamic State in the region.
Mon Jun 12 2017
Tajol gives me life in politics, says Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today regards former Perak Menteri Besar Tan Sri Tajol Rosli Ghazali as the person who gave him 'life' in politics.
Sat Jan 28 2017
Megat Junid's family hopes Tun Mahathir's ISA claim 'a slip of the tongue'
Family of the late Tan Sri Megat Junid Megat Ayub says if he did sign any detention orders under the ISA, it must've been done under orders.
Tue Aug 23 2016
Yazid is a committed member of JI, says witness
The High Court was told today that former Internal Security Act detainee Yazid Sufaat was a committed member of the terrorist group Jemaah Islamiah Malaysia.
Fri Oct 09 2015
Two self-radicalised Singaporeans detained under ISA
Investigations revealed that the duo, aged 29 and 18, had harboured an intention to make their way to Syria to join the Islamic State.
Wed Sep 30 2015
Amendments to sedition act to create absolute security - Zahid
The public should not view amendments to the Sedition Act 1948 from the technical aspect as they were made to create absolute security.
Sat Apr 11 2015
POTA: Precautionary action vital before it is too late
The tabling of the Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA) is seen as timely, following the looming terrorist threat in the country lately.
Thu Apr 09 2015
Court awards five former ISA detainees RM4.5 million in damages
Five former detainees of the Internal Security Act (ISA) received a compensation totaling RM4.5 million following their detention in 2011.
Thu Dec 11 2014
Perkasa hopes retaining Sedition Act is not mere rhetoric
The Sedition Act should be strengthened by including the spirit of the Internal Security Act (ISA) which is detention without trial.
Thu Nov 27 2014
Detention without trial necessary in proposed Anti-Terrorism Act, says legal expert
A legal expert says it may be necessary to incorporate detention without trial in the proposed Anti-Terrorism Act.
Tue Oct 21 2014
Majority of the people do not want a return of ISA, says Najib
The government is firm on its stand to repeal the Internal Security Act (ISA) as it is convinced that this is the wish of the majority of the people in the country.
Sat May 10 2014
Curbing military movement with ISA is not guaranteed - Rahim Noor
Former Inspector General considers militant movement would persist even if the ISA is reinstated.
Mon May 05 2014
Human Rights Watch: Malaysian reform agenda dead
Malaysia took a "significant" step backwards in human rights in 2013, a year that appeared to mark the end of Prime Minister Najib Razak's promises of reform, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday.
Tue Jan 21 2014
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024