VLN case: Appeals Court gives AGC until Sept 9 to decide on Zahid representations
The judge said it would be a final adjournment and the AGC must give an answer to Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's representations.
Mon Mar 18 2024
Prosecution files appeal against Zahid's acquittal in VLN bribery case
The prosecution is aggrieved over the Shah Alam High Court's decision to acquit Ahmad Zahid Hamidi from all 40 charges of receiving bribes in connection with the VLN.
Fri Dec 30 2022
Ahmad Zahid to know fate on VLN case tomorrow
The decision on whether Ahmad Zahid will walk away or be ordered to enter his defence on 40 charges of corruption in connection with the VLN will be known tomorrow.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Ahmad Zahid's VLN case - A clear case of selective prosecution, says defence
Ahmad Zahid's defence team told the High Court that the 40 charges of receiving bribes in connection with the VLN made against him were a clear case of selective prosecution and with no prima facie.
Thu Sep 01 2022
VLN graft case: Tommy's comment in contempt of court, sub-judice - Zahid's counsel
Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's legal team has urged former Attorney-General Tan Sri Tommy Thomas to not make any comment or statement on the Foreign Visa System (VLN) case.
Thu Jun 23 2022
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
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