Seven days jail for man who insulted late Sultan
Judge Zainal L.Salleh meted out the punishment on Sheikh Noor Affandi Sh. Ab. Ghani, 40, after he pleaded guilty to committing the offence in September.
Wed Sep 27 2017
89-gun salute accompanies departure of royal cortege
The gun salute was fired by the 41st Battery of the Royal Artillery Regiment from the Sungai Buloh Camp in Selangor.
Tue Sep 12 2017
Raja Muda proclaimed as new Sultan of Kedah
Tunku Sallehuddin ascends the throne as the 29th Sultan of Kedah. Sultan Abdul Halim passed away at 2.30 pm yesterday at Istana Anak Bukit after a reign of 59 years.
Tue Sep 12 2017
People pay last respects to late Kedah Sultan
The paying of last respects by members of the public was held from 11 am to 12.30 pm. Dignitaries paid their last respects from 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm.
Tue Sep 12 2017
Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah In Memory
Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah In Memory
Mon Sep 11 2017
Johor state and district flags flown at half mast
Johor State Secretary Datuk Azmi Rohani said the flying of the flags at half mast was being carried out until the completion of the burial of the Sultan of Kedah at 4 pm tomorrow.
Mon Sep 11 2017
National flag to fly at half-mast on Tuesday and Wednesday - Najib
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak said the Malaysian flag would be flown at hall-mast for two days, starting tomorrow and on Wednesday.
Mon Sep 11 2017
UPSR exam continues in Kedah
UPSR candidates tomorrow will sit for the English Language paper on comprehension and writing.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Sultan Abdul Halim's granddaughter pens heartfelt tribute
The granddaughter of the late Kedah Sultan, Raja Sarina Iskandar has posted a touching tribute to her grandfather, Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah who passed away earlier today.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Sultan Nazrin orders flags to be flown at half mast
The message was conveyed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir in a statement here today.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Public holiday declared in Kedah tomorrow following demise of Kedah Sultan
Public holiday declared in Kedah tomorrow following the demise of Kedah Sultan, Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah at Istana Anak Bukit in Alor Setar, Kedah at 2.30pm today.
Mon Sep 11 2017
PM Najib, DPM Ahmad Zahid convey condolences over Kedah Sultan's demise
Sultan Abdul Halim passed away at 2.30 pm today at Istana Anak Bukit in Alor Setar. His Royal Highness was 89.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Sultan Abdul Halim of Kedah passes away
The Sultan of Kedah, Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah, passed away at 2.30pm, as announced by the Kedah State Government today.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Kedah Sultan regrets firing up of discord among Muslims by political leaders
In this era, religious scholars were no exception in issuing fatwa (edicts), making accusations and counter-accusations and debating in cyber space to the point of dividing the community.
Mon Aug 14 2017
Two Penang President's Cup players injured in accident
Two Penang President's Cup players were injured in an accident near the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (JSAHMS) bridge in Batu Maung while on their way to the Batu Kawan Stadium today by motorcycle.
Thu Mar 30 2017
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