Employers to be supplied with COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits - Saravanan
The Human Resource Ministry through Socso will supply COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits (RTK) to employers to facilitate the Recovery Phase COVID-19 Screening Programme on employees.
Mon Sep 06 2021
COVID: 3,211 positive cases detected through Selangor's screening exercise
The COVID-19 Community Screening Programme implemented in Selangor from May 8 until yesterday, has detected 3,211 positive cases (3.55 per cent) following mass screening at 46 state constituencies.
Sun Jun 06 2021
COVID: 1,494 suspected positive from S'gor screening programme
A total of 1,494 individuals are suspected to be COVID-19 positive following the free COVID-19 Community Screening Programme carried out at 18 state assembly constituencies (DUN) in Selangor.
Sun May 23 2021
COVID-19 screening extended to two more villages in Hulu Besut
The COVID-19 screening programme has been extended to two villages located close to the areas placed under Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) in Hulu Besut.
Mon Apr 12 2021
Foreign workers COVID-19 compulsory screening programme expanded nationwide - Saravanan
The COVID-19 screening programme will be expanded nationwide effective Feb 2, the Human Resources Ministry said.
Sat Jan 30 2021
Two premises in Masjid India found providing unauthorised accommodation for foreign workers
It was also found that the employers have not made any application to obtain the certificates of accommodation.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Socso committed to swift implementation of PERMAI package
The improvements include the Wage Subsidy Programme 3.0 (PSU 3.0), SIP Prihatin, SPS Lindung, and the COVID-19 Screening Programme for Foreign Workers.
Wed Jan 20 2021
MAEPS reactivated to treat low-risk COVID-19 cases
The decision to reopen MAEPS was made following the sudden increase in COVID-19 cases and the implementation of the screening programme for foreign workers by SOCSO.
Thu Dec 10 2020
COVID-19 screening programme for foreign workers to begin Dec 1 - Saravanan
The Human Resources Ministry will carry out the targeted COVID-19 screening programme for foreign workers based on the red zones with a high population of foreign workers from Tuesday (Dec 1).
Sat Nov 28 2020
PSP Perkeso: RM150 subsidy for employers conducting COVID-19 tests for workers - Saravanan
Employers were allowed to claim RM150 for each screening conducted on their workers who were contributing to Socso.
Sun May 31 2020
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
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