Consider This: MITRA - Progress, Pitfalls & the Path Forward
MITRA, the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit, was designed to address the socio-economic challenges of Malaysia’s Indian community—to bridge the gaps in education, employment, and social mobility. But has MITRA been an effective agent of change in tackling the layered and varied issues within Malaysia's Indian community? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to PKR Member of Parliament for Batu, P. Prabakaran, Chairperson of the MITRA Special Task Force Committee.
Tue Sep 10 2024
MISI TVET RM30 mln allocation demonstrates govt's commitment to Indian community - MITRA
MISI KESUMA-MITRA is a collaboration between MITRA and the Ministry of Human Resources, aimed at the transformation of skilled labour.
Thu May 02 2024
Cabinet agrees to place MITRA back in JPM - Fahmi
On MITRA's new direction, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said it would be announced by MITRA.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Government does not conduct censorship, classification of social media content - Fahmi
The government does not conduct censorship or classification of content in allowing or disallowing any form of application or platform to be utilised by Internet users, according to Communications and
Thu Feb 23 2023
Issue on govt using Singapore housing experts among matters raised at parliament today
The government's rationale for bringing in Singapore housing experts into the country will be among matters raised.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Prabakaran defends Batu seat in terrific 10-cornered fight
PH defended the Batu seat in the GE15 when incumbent P. Prabakaran won in style over nine other challengers.
Sat Nov 19 2022
GE15: Police reports lodged on alleged slander, vote buying in Batu
Kuala Lumpur MIC chairman Datuk S. Rajah today lodged a police report against PH's Batu candidate P. Prabakaran for alleging that the latter was offered RM10 million to defect to MIC.
Tue Nov 08 2022
Tian Chua sacked from PKR
The long-time party member submitted his nomination papers to contest in Batu as an independent, running against Pakatan Harapans (PH) pick P. Prabakaran.
Sat Nov 05 2022
Ten-way battle for Batu in GE15
Incumbent Prabakaran will be up against Tian Chua, Siti Kasim and Cleopatra in the crowded seat.
Sat Nov 05 2022
PKR party polls: Tian Chua loses Batu division chief post to Prabakaran
Former PKR vice president Tian Chua has lost to Batu MP P. Prabakaran in the fight for the Batu division chief in the party's 2022 polls.
Sun May 29 2022
Govt to look into fate of Malaysian workers who lost jobs in S'pore
The government has assured that the fate of Malaysians workers who lost their jobs in Singapore due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will be given due attention.
Wed Aug 05 2020
Commotion at Batu MP media conference for not having permit
Batu Member of Parliament P. Prabakaran's press conference at JB Sentral here this morning turned into commotion when he was reprimanded by the authorities for conducting the session without a permit.
Sat Aug 01 2020
Youngest MP P. Prabakaran: The 'Batu' in BN's Shoes
Stand-in candidate P Prabakaran transformed himself from minor irritant to become a major thorn in the flesh and create a mighty headache for BN by winning the Batu constituency.
Thu May 31 2018
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024