
Govt has no plans to introduce new taxes in the near future - Finance Ministry
According to the Finance Ministry, the government's present focus is on increasing compliance and improving the existing tax system.
Thu Dec 05 2024

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

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
![[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress [COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-03/81741686561_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025