Mara Digital Mall to be expanded nationwide - Ismail Sabri
Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the ministry had identified suitable locations for the purpose in Johor, Melaka, Terenggganu and Kelantan.
Fri Oct 13 2017
Awang Adek appointed new MARA chairman
Rural and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the appointment was made after obtaining the consent of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Tue Aug 15 2017
MARA prepared to cooperate with MACC if there is new evidence
Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaacob said the ministry was also prepared to send any of the Mara officers to testify if required to do so.
Thu Apr 13 2017
Felcra participants managing over one hectare to get monthly dividend
Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub, says almost 50 per cent of the participants were expected to benefit.
Tue Apr 04 2017
Rohingya gathering: First PAS-UMNO jihad for sake of Islam
The Rural and Regional Development Minister said although they had differing political ideologies, the intention of both parties were the same in the interest of Islam.
Sat Dec 03 2016
RM30 million allocation for women entrepreneurs announced
Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said, MARA would also spare another RM5 million to fund training and counselling to the group.
Thu Dec 01 2016
Penang to have MARA Digital Mall - Ismail Sabri
Bumiputera entrepreneurs information technology (IT) goods outlet MARA Digital Mall will be opening a branch in Penang.
Mon Sep 12 2016
Cabinet reshuffle strengthens government - Ismail Sabri
The Rural and Regional Development Minister conveys his congratulations to the new ministers and deputy ministers involved.
Mon Jun 27 2016
MARA invites cooperation of state govts to set up MRSMs
Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob says this could help in saving costs as one MRSM costs RM50 million to build.
Sat Apr 09 2016
MARA Digital records RM1.7 million in sale in first month - Ismail Sabri
Mara Digital which started operating on Dec 8 recorded a sale of RM1.7 million in its first month, according to Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Mon Jan 18 2016
Mara Digital only a choice, not a competition - Ismail Sabri
The Rural and Regional Development Minister says those spreading malicious allegations are doing so to protect their monopoly in the digital sector.
Sat Dec 26 2015
Vaping: "I beg to differ," doctor tells Ismail Sabri
An open letter to Rural and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, by I-Medik activist, Dr Fatimah Zaharah Rosli.
Wed Nov 11 2015
No ban on vaping, Ismail Sabri says
Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the Cabinet had decided that vaping will not be banned.
Fri Oct 30 2015
Take those who mock Agong over word "Allah" to task
Stern action should be taken against those who mock the Yang di-Pertuan Agong over his remarks on the exclusivity of the word "Allah" to Muslims.
Tue Jan 21 2014
Shafie: Flood victims can defer payments for SPED loans
Monthly repayments for loans under the Rural Economy Financing Scheme (SPED) for borrowers affected by the floods may be deferred, says the Rural and Regional Development Minister.
Sat Dec 07 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
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Sat Oct 19 2024
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