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Amendments to Communications Act now in force
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 — The amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 [Act 588] take effect today following their gazettement on February 7. In a statement today, the Ministry of Communications said the amendments, passed by the Dewan
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Thaipusam celebrations draw crowds nationwide
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 — Hindu devotees throughout Malaysia celebrated Thaipusam with various festivities today. Thousands continue to throng Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in Batu Caves here today, the centrepoint of celebrations in the capital annually, as devotees began arriving
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Malaysia-Turkiye partnership can thrive with trust, shared strengths
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 11 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said the partnership between Malaysia and Turkiye has immense potential, driven by sincere friendship and trust. Speaking at the Malaysia-Turkiye Business Forum 2025, Anwar highlighted the complementary strengths of
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Sabah Umno No. 2 denies claims BN set on contesting state election solo
KOTA KINABALU, Feb 11 — Sabah Umno deputy chairman Datuk Abdul Rahman Dahlan has denied claims that Barisan Nasional will likely contest the next state election here on its own. He said there has not been formal talks on whether
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Penang eyes surge in Indian tourists for Thaipusam 2026, CM cites direct Chennai flights to island as key driver
GEORGE TOWN, Feb 10 — Penang is confident that it will receive a significant increase in visitors from India for the Thaipusam celebration next year due to the strategic plans and preparations put in place. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow
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Sabah saleswoman hits RM20.9m jackpot with 18 random car plate numbers
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — A 54-year-old saleswoman from Sabah struck it big on Chinese New Year’s Eve, winning RM20.9 million in the RM23.1 million Toto 4D Jackpot 1. She had placed a System Play bet using random car registration
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Bukit Aman announces transfers of 36 senior officers; new police chiefs for Perak, Melaka
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) today announced the transfer of 36 senior officers, effective March 10. PDRM Secretary Datuk Kamaruzaman Abdullah stated that among the key transfers, Pahang Deputy Police Chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin
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Setia City Mall shooting: No need for panic, cops always on the ready, says home minister
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 10 — Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today has reassured the public that national security and public order remain its top priorities, particularly through law enforcement agencies such as the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). He explained
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In JB, man charged with arson pleads not guilty to setting wife’s car on fire
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — An accessories shop worker was charged in the Sessions Court here today with arson for allegedly setting fire to his wife’s car last week. Chai Kaw Fung, 26, pleaded not guilty when the charge was
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JPJ warns of safety risks
SEREMBAN, Feb 10 — The rising trend of vehicle owners using the dummy buckle to eliminate the seat belt alarm and not wearing seat belts properly is worrying. Negeri Sembilan Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Hanif Yusabra Yusuf said the
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