Public advised to avoid flying drones to ensure safe National Day celebrations
CAAM also stated that those found in violation of the law could be subject to various fines and jail sentences.
Mon Aug 29 2022
600 students to do formation performance at Merdeka Square on National Day
The students will start their performance by forming the 2022 National Day and Malaysia Day logo.
Fri Aug 12 2022
Police reiterate: We never gave permission for Bersih 4.0
Police had advised organisers to cancel the gathering at Merdeka Square and its surrounding areas because it was seen as conflicting with the preparations for the 2015 National Day celebration.
Thu Aug 27 2015
#sehatisejiwa: Iconic clock tower very much a part of Merdeka Day celebrations
Every 31 August, this grand structure has been witness to Merdeka day celebrations each year.
Sun Aug 23 2015
Kuala Lumpur's first bike lane rules!
The first bicycle path in the city, stretching 5.5 kilometres from Dataran Merdeka to the Mid Valley City in Bangsar, is now open to public.
Thu Apr 16 2015
London mayor indulges in nasi lemak, rides the LRT in KL
City folks particularly around Merdeka Square, Central Market and Masjid Jamek were pleasantly surprised with the presence of London Mayor Boris Johnson.
Mon Dec 01 2014
Live update: 'Save the Children of Gaza' peaceful rally
At least 10,000 participants are expected to be gathering at the Merdeka Square on Saturday to show solidarity towards Gaza in a peaceful rally organised by Viva Palestina and Aqsa Syarif.
Sat Aug 02 2014
Police form special team to probe illegal rally
Police have formed a special team to investigate an illegal gathering that disrupted the New Year eve celebration at Dataran Merdeka.
Thu Jan 02 2014
King attends Warriors' Day programme at Merdeka Square
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah today attended the Warriors' Day celebration at the Merdeka Square.
Wed Jul 31 2013
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
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