Inflation, economic growth forecasts not affected by targeted subsidy implementation - MoF
According to MoF, the official 2024 forecasts for inflation and GDP growth remain at 2.0-3.5 per cent and 4.0-5.0 per cent, respectively.
Wed Jul 31 2024
MCMC blocks 581 million dubious SMS - Teo
Teo Nie Ching said a total of 237,999 mobile and fixed lines found to have sent questionable SMS were terminated within the same period.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Samy Vellu was happy during his last days - Son
Samy Vellu was happy as he spent his last days with his family before he died this morning, his son, senator Datuk Seri S. Vell Paari said.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Malaysia loses profound figure in infrastructure development with death of Tun Samy Vellu
Samy Vellu was one of the country's longest-serving Cabinet ministers by being in the Cabinet for almost 30 years.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Woman claiming to be Samy Vellu's wife files second bid to be intervenor in Vell Paari's suit
Lawyer R.S.N. Rayer, representing Meeriam Rosaline Edward Paul, 59, said the application was filed on Sept 22.
Mon Sep 28 2020
High Court allows Vell Paari's application to check on father's mental health
The application was made by Vell Paari in the suit he filed against Samy Vellu for the court to declare that his father was incapable of managing his own affairs.
Fri Sep 11 2020
Guan Eng's bungalow: Investigate on possible tax evasion - Vell Paari
If the tax authorities are found to be in cahoots with the Penang CM, then both of them should be charged for cheating the government.
Sun Mar 20 2016
Vell Paari appointed as new MIC treasurer-general
MIC president Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam announced that the appointment of Vell Paari is effective April 1.
Tue Jan 05 2016
Samy Vellu's son pulls out from VP race, again!
Former MIC president's son, Datuk Seri S. Vell Paari announced that he is pulling out of the vice-president race, again.
Mon Oct 19 2015
The race for MIC's deputy and vice-presidents yet to take shape
While the nomination for the MIC deputy president and three vice president's posts is only 10 days away, there is still no sign of any race taking place yet.
Wed Oct 14 2015
Karpal Singh's 'cubs have grown into ferocious tigers' - Vell Paari
It may have been a year since Karpal Singh passed away, but his memories will never be forgotten by MIC's former strategic director, S. Vell Paari.
Fri Apr 17 2015
Thank you for solving our crisis - MIC leaders
PM Najib Razak's announcement of fresh party elections in MIC should not be construed as interference from UMNO in the party's affairs, said two top MIC leaders.
Wed Feb 04 2015
MIC's new sec-gen adds security at HQ, members cry foul
MIC has enhanced its security at its headquarters here, with new changes and proper system put into place with immediate effect.
Mon Jan 12 2015
Palanivel has 'lost it', says Vell Paari
The MIC president's move in sacking Vell Paari seems unlawful as the ROS had already declared the party's last election results as null and void.
Sat Jan 03 2015
Vell Paari dropped from MIC CWC
Palanivel said Sunthar will replace Puteri leader Usha Nandini while Sothinathan will replace Vell Paari.
Wed Jul 17 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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