Man who claimed to be 'Melaka Sultan' dies of COVID-19
A businessman who claimed to be the 'Sultan of Melaka', Noor Jan Tuah or better known as Raja Noor Jan Shah Raja Tuah was reported to have died believed to be due to COVID-19. He was 64.
Sat Aug 21 2021
'Melaka Sultan' charged, pleads not guilty
A businessman was charged in the Sessions Court here today with four counts of cheating by posing as the 'Sultan of Melaka', three years ago.
Thu Nov 17 2016
Police probe man's claim to be Melaka Sultan
The police have set up a special team to investigate a man's claim that he is the sultan of Melaka, said Central Melaka Police chief ACP Shaikh Abdul Adzis Shaikh Abdullah.
Tue Jan 05 2016
Woman claims husband is the real 'Sultan of Melaka'
A woman proclaiming herself as 'Permaisuri' says her husband is the rightful heir to the Melaka throne.
Sun Jan 19 2014
'Sultan of Melaka' remanded another three days
Police have obtained a court order to further remand businessman Noor Jan Tuah for another three days.
Sat Jan 18 2014
Police reports lodged against self-proclaimed "Sultan of Melaka"
Two police reports were made on the plan by self-proclaimed "Sultan of Melaka", Raja Noor Jan Shah Raja Tuah, to hold a ceremony in Pulau Besar to confer "state" awards ceremony.
Tue Jan 14 2014
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?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
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
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