Apex court grants leave to lawmakers to commence judicial review on emergency proclamation
Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said both lawmakers had met the threshold for leave for judicial review.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Federal Court rules 16 provisions in Kelantan Syariah Criminal Code Enactment null and void
The landmark decision was delivered by Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat who led a panel of nine judges.
Fri Feb 09 2024
CJ Tengku Maimun reveals death threats over high-profile cases
Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said today that she had received death threats before when presiding over cases involving certain personalities.
Mon Jan 09 2023
CJ echoes Sultan Nazrin's call that judges must be free from any influence
The independence of the judiciary is a concept that is embossed into the very fabric of the justice system, says Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.
Thu Oct 06 2022
CJ: Judges must be faithful to Federal Constitution, resolute in upholding rule of law
Judges, in all circumstances, must be faithful to the Federal Constitution and be resolute in upholding the rule of law, Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Kelantan Palace denies alleged ban on Chief Justice, spouse
The Kelantan Palace has denied claims made by an online portal alleging that Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat and her husband are banned from the royal institution.
Fri Aug 26 2022
Man arrested for posting online threats against Chief Justice - Bukit Aman
A man has been arrested to facilitate investigations into threats made on social media against Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat yesterday.
Sat Aug 20 2022
Judiciary merely defending its functions by using precedents - Chief Justice
The judiciary is merely defending its judicial functions by using precedents to decide on constitutional issues, Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said.
Fri Jun 17 2022
Recent criticism against judiciary gone overboard, says Chief Justice
Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said unsubstantiated accusations made against judges and the judiciary recently have really gone overboard.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Selangor State Assembly has no authority to make laws allowing Syariah court to review fatwa
The court found that it is unconstitutional and void as it is a provision which the S'gor State Legislative Assembly has no power to make.
Mon Feb 21 2022
King presents instruments of appointment to two judges
Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah today presented the instrument of appointment as Federal Court Judge to Datuk Mohamad Zabidin Mohd Diah.
Thu Feb 03 2022
"I've never been approached by any party to interfere in court decisions" - Tengku Maimun
Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said she had never been approached by any party to interfere in court case decisions.
Fri Jan 14 2022
Online proceedings remain as part of judicial system - CJ
The advent of online hearings is not merely a means to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic but a permanent feature of the judicial system, said Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.
Fri Jan 14 2022
Federal court dismisses review bid by businessman detained under POCA
A three-member bench dismissed Goh Leong Yeong's application for a review of the Federal Court's majority decision that ruled against him.
Tue Nov 23 2021
New Cabinet's swearing-in ceremony begins
The swearing-in ceremony of new ministers and deputy ministers took place before Yang di-Pertuan Agong at Istana Negara today.
Mon Aug 30 2021
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
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024