Over RM1.2 bln allocated for rural roads - Mahdzir
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) has allocated over RM1.2 billion for the Rural Road Programme (JALB) nationwide in efforts to provide a better rural-to-urban road network system.
Sat Sep 24 2022
KPLB to build new houses for 17 families affected by Baling floods
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) will build new houses for 17 families who lost their homes in the floods and water surge phenomenon in Kupang on July 4.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Rural Ministry's TVET initiative provides youth with higher education opportunities
The TVET initiative under the Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) provides opportunities for trainees who lack academic qualifications to further their studies.
Sat Jun 25 2022
RM10 mln allocated by Rural Development Ministry for income-generating programme this year
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) says it has prepared an allocation of RM10 million for its income-generating programme this year.
Sun Feb 13 2022
Desa Lestari programme able to empower rural communities
The Desa Lestari programme, an initiative of the Rural Development Ministry, has succeeded in empowering local communities to plan and successfully implement development projects in rural areas.
Fri Feb 11 2022
KPLB to adopt Bentong for post-flood recovery activities - Mahdzir
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) has made Bentong district an adopted flood-affected area to carry out post-flood recovery activities, said its minister, Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid.
Wed Dec 29 2021
Rural Development Ministry allocates RM4 million in immediate aid to flood victims
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) has allocated RM4 million in immediate assistance in the form of food baskets to flood victims in several states.
Sun Dec 19 2021
Rural Development Ministry to settle COVID-19 vaccinations for Orang Asli by November
The Rural Development Ministry (KPLB) is aiming to complete COVID-19 vaccinations for Orang Asli communities throughout the country by November.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Rural Development Ministry to give RM5.4 mln aid to COVID-affected entrepreneurs
Minister of Rural Development Datuk Dr Abd Latiff Ahmad said the aid package will be given from August to December 2021 and will benefit 3,815 people.
Fri Jul 16 2021
Digital Mersing: KPLB's community digitalisation initiative
Abdul Latiff said that through the initiative, it is hoped that at least 100 rural entrepreneurs in the district would be registered with Digital Mersing before June.
Sun Apr 11 2021
Rural Development Ministry to help promote rural tourism products
The Rural Development Ministry says it is ready to work with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to promote rural tourism products.
Thu Mar 18 2021
PdPR: Three ministries collaborate to solve Orang Asli students challenges
The collaboration is aimed to address two problems identified, namely, poor internet access and lack of devices such as computers and smartphones.
Tue Feb 02 2021
Govt allocates RM2.6 million for sanitation in Putrajaya
The sanitation process has to be carried out regularly at the country's administrative centre because it is frequented by the public.
Mon Oct 19 2020
Rural Development Ministry upgrading internet access in rural areas
Internet facilities are urgently needed in the new norms, in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak, as many activities are being conducted online.
Sun Sep 20 2020
Reallocation of appropriated Expenditure Bill 2020 tabled for first reading
The Supply (Reallocation of Appropriated Expenditure) Bill 2020 has been tabled for first reading in the Dewan Rakyat today to apply for additional expenditure for services this year.
Tue Jul 21 2020
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