Padi farmer arrested for alleged drug trafficking
The secret of a padi farmer leading a luxurious lifestyle in Kampung Pasir Akar, Jertih was exposed after he was nabbed on suspicion of being involved in drug trafficking activities.
Sun Jan 08 2023
Bernas issue should be seen from perspective of protecting farmers' interest
This issue (rice import monopoly) involves the people and for the welfare of the padi farmers, Rathakrishanan said.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Over RM1.53 billion spent to help padi farmers
Ronald Kiandee said for now, the government does not intend to review the guaranteed minimum price of rice that has been set.
Tue Oct 04 2022
Padi farmer cites Najib's case, succeeds in bid to get stay of execution of jail sentence
A padi farmer succeeded in his application at the Court of Appeal today to get a stay of execution of his seven-year jail term for causing grievous hurt to a fellow villageman.
Wed Apr 20 2022
Floods: MAFI assures to protect welfare of 3,146 padi farmers - Zawawi
MAFI has given its assurance to 3,146 padi farmers affected by the recent floods that their welfare will be protected.
Sat Mar 12 2022
MAFI to set price ceiling for rice seeds
This will open the door for more people to become legitimate rice seed producers, including area farmers.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Ministry hopes to present padi farmer insurance scheme in budget 2018
Among the mechanisms being considered for the scheme was area factor and funding mechanism.
Wed Mar 29 2017
Delisting of Bernas will not harm interest of padi farmers
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said five items in the agreement to protect the interests of the farmers would not be affected by the delisting.
Thu Mar 27 2014
Mustapa wants Kelantan government to help padi farmers
The Kelantan government has been urged to work together with the Agriculture and Agro-Based Industry Ministry to help padi farmers hit by the drought.
Sat Feb 15 2014
Farmers in Kelantan to face RM90mln in losses due to drought
The drought season had affected 8,000 padi farmers in Kelantan.
Sat Feb 15 2014
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024