Author - James Lim

Anwar confirms attendance at mosque groundbreaking despite criticism

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that he will attend the groundbreaking ceremony of a mosque at Jalan Masjid India on Thursday (March 27) despite criticism from NGOs. The Prime Minister said that he urges the management of Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple to continue negotiations with the landowner, a private company, and Kuala Lumpur...

Over 80% investigation completion rate in 2024, says IGP

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite a challenging year in 2024, the police maintained a completion rate of over 80% for criminal investigations, says Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain Razarudin said in his speech at the 218th Police Day celebration at Pulapol Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday (March 25) that last year saw many high-profile cases that brought...

Selangor hikers must apply for forest permits online starting April 1

STARTING April 1, hiking enthusiasts can apply for permits to enter Selangor's permanent forest reserves online. The Selangor Forestry Department stated that all permit applications for recreational and hiking activities must be submitted through the Selangor Forestry e-Permit System (SeForest). Previously, visitors had to physically seek approval at the Forestry Department's district branch offices. The department added that...

Anwar saves Auntie Woon’s Permatang Pauh ancestral home a second time

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A woman caring for her two brothers, one bedridden and the other a disabled person, was filled with gratitude as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim turned his attention to her dilapidated home in Permatang Pauh town. Anwar, through Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim Chee Keong, who is also the Minister of Human Resources,...

Singapore Chinatown attack: Woman charged after she allegedly used chopper to assault victim

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): A woman was handed an assault charge on March 21 over her alleged role in an attack in Chinatown earlier this week. Chinese national He Longfeng, 36, is accused of using a chopper to attack another person at the ground floor of People’s Park Complex at around 8.45pm on March 19. In earlier...

Authorities urged to tackle ‘fake beggars’ with care

Jitra: Authorities have been urged to adopt a measured approach in dealing with the rise of so-called 'fake beggars' at Ramadan bazaars and mosque compounds during the fasting month. Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said tackling the issue also requires cooperation from local communities and relevant stakeholders in a wise...

South Korean govt approves emergency grants for wildfire-hit regions

SEOUL (Bernama-Yonhap): The South Korean government has approved special financial grants to support recovery efforts in Sancheong and two other regions affected by wildfires, acting President Choi Sang Mok announced during a disaster control meeting. "We will urgently provide a special disaster and safety grant of 2.6 billion won (US$177.4 million) to the three wildfire-affected regions,”...

Police to probe viral allegations of misconduct

KUALA LUMPUR: The police will conduct an internal investigation into allegations of misconduct by police personnel while conducting a roadblock at the Mines junction at Sunday noon (March 23) that went viral. Serdang district police chief ACP AA Anbalagan said the investigation would review whether misconduct or any breach in roadblock guidelines occurred. "Investigations are being conducted...

BAM boss Subra confirms rift between Tang Jie-Ee Wei, decision on Monday

KUALA LUMPUR: The future of Malaysia’s top mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei hangs in the balance as the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) are set to discuss their partnership in a committee meeting on Monday (March 24). Speculation about their possible split has intensified following reports that Tang Jie-Ee Wei have suddenly withdrawn...

Queen extends aid to tithe recipients, single mothers

JOHOR BARU: Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, extended donations to 300 recipients comprising asnaf and single mothers. The contributions were handed over by Her Highness Che' Puan Mahkota Khaleeda Johor and Her Highness Tunku Tun Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Sultan Ibrahim, during an iftar event at the Persada Johor International Convention Centre here on...