Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister
The tribunal proceedings saw prosecutors request arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
India police detains 600 workers, union members as Samsung protests escalate
More than 1,000 workers have disrupted operations and protested in a makeshift tent close to the factory.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Thailand to prosecute security personnel over deaths of 78 protesters in 2004 crackdown
The crackdown has since killed more than 7,600 people in Thailand's predominantly Muslim provinces near Malaysia.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Dozens arrested as Melbourne anti-war protests turn violent
Dozens arrested as police used sponge grenades, flash-bang devices and irritant sprays to control parts of the hostile crowd.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Anti-war protesters clash with police at Australian defence expo
Hundreds of people gathered, chanting pro-Palestine slogans through loud speakers and waving Palestine flags.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Striking Indian doctors want demands met before returning to work
Hundreds of doctors are demanding better security at hospitals and justice for the woman, found dead in a classroom.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Philadelphia gears up for Harris-Trump debate with protests expected
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania will be center stage again when Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet in a highly anticipated televised debate.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Worldwide protests held over Indian trainee medic's rape and death
Thousands of diaspora Indians protest for justice after last month's rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital.
Mon Sep 09 2024
AWANI Tonight: Malaysia to continue oil exploration despite China’s protests
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia will continue its oil and gas exploration in the South China Sea, despite Beijing's territorial claims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Malaysia will not stop South China Sea exploration despite China protests, PM says
Malaysias exploration in the South China Sea is within its own territory and aims for economic benefits, not to provoke China.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Danish police detain activist Greta Thunberg during Gaza war protest
Six people were detained at the scene at the Copenhagen University after some 20 people had blocked the entrance to a building.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Massive protests hit Israel after six hostages killed in Gaza
Around 500,000 people protested, urging Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the release of the remaining 101 hostages.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Protesters block train tracks, buses in eastern India
Thousands of protesters, most of them BJP workers, blocked roads and railway tracks and forced shops to shut down.
Wed Aug 28 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
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