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
[COLUMNIST] Solving the Malaysia Airlines conundrum credibly
Up until 2020, the govt had injected RM28 billion into MAB with no results, revealing massive management and operational issues.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Aerotrain expected to be operational by Jan 31, 2025 at KLIA - Anthony Loke
Anthony Loke said the inspection will start this October and the Aerotrain will be tested using the actual track.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Death toll in India's Andhra Pradesh pharma factory blast rises to 17
The fire broke out at a privately held Escientia Advanced Sciences' 40-acre manufacturing unit that was operational since 2019.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Meta says Malaysian PM Anwar's posts on Haniyeh assassination were removed in error
Meta apologises for "an operational error", saying that the content had been restored with "the correct newsworthy label.
Tue Aug 06 2024
EU agrees to revive Rafah mission, Borrell criticises Israel's Netanyahu
The bloc is considering reviving its European Union Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM) Rafah, which has not been operational since 2007.
Tue May 28 2024
Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1
According to Batik Air this decision comes in response to recent situation in Middle East, leading to the operational restrictions.
Fri Apr 19 2024
Israeli forces leave Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital in ruin as they withdraw
Israeli forces, before withdrawing, burned down all the buildings of the Shifa Hospital, rendering it completely non-operational.
Mon Apr 01 2024
Progress of ECRL project stands at over 56 pct - Anthony Loke
The ECRL is scheduled to be operational in January 2027.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Advanced silicon battery firm Enovix to invest RM5.8bil in Malaysia over 15 years
Enovix Malaysia Sdn Bhd is currently in the process of installing its machinery and is projected to be fully operational in 2024.
Thu Nov 16 2023
Indonesia president breaks ground on airport in new capital
The 347-hectare airport is expected to be fully operational by December 2024, Joko Widodo said.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Indian glacial lake that flooded was poised to get early warning system
If fully operational, the warning system could have given people more time to evacuate, scientists said.
Fri Oct 06 2023
New Penang ferry service operational from today
Penang caretaker Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said ferry commuters will enjoy free shuttle service from today until Sept 7.
Mon Aug 07 2023
Artificial intelligence a driving force for ASEAN economic growth - SAS
With AI's ability to enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and foster innovation, it has become a crucial tool for businesses.
Tue May 23 2023
SJAM to be fully operational next year - Selangor MB
The Raw Water Guarantee Scheme (SJAM) initiative, developed by the Selangor government so that there is no disruption to the operation of water treatment plants (LRAs) will be operational in stages
Thu May 18 2023
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
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