JOHOR BARU: The number of Singaporeans visiting Johor has seen a gradual improvement since the implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) on Oct 1, according to business groups. Johor Baru Business and Hawker Association president Roland Lim said there had been a day-by-day increase in the number of Singaporean visitors but the crowd was not...
PETALING JAYA: Various parts of Malaysia are expected to see above average rainfall of between 20% and 40% for the next six months. It said there is a 71% chance for La Nina to form between October and November this year, which usually brings about wetter weather conditions. Based on MetMalaysia’s weather outlook from October to March...
VIENTIANE: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz have arrived in Vientiane to attend the 44th and 45th Asean Summits and Related Summits. Both ministers arrived on Sunday (Oct 6) at Wattay International Airport at 7.45 pm local time (8.45 pm Malaysian time). The summits will...
KUALA LUMPUR: Civil servants are looking forward to the new Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) that will be announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the Budget 2025. The salary scheme, aimed at empowering the civil service, will ensure civil servants receive their adjustments in two phases; the first from Dec 1 this year...
PETALING JAYA: Incorporating mental health into the Employment Act 1955 could greatly benefit both employees and employers as it will formalise responsibilities and protections, says the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC). Its president Mohd Effendy Abdul Ghani said this can be done through mandatory mental health leave or stress leave, similar to sick leave. “There should also...
BANDAR BARU: The comprehensive police probe into GISB Holdings (GISBH) covers multiple legal aspects, causing the number of individuals arrested in connection with the organisation to fluctuate based on the evolving needs of the investigation. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that more than 1,000 police personnel, as well as counselling and psychology experts,...
SINGAPORE: The Muslim Converts' Association of Singapore (MCAS) has denied any affiliation with GlSB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) or the Al-Arqam movement. Its president, Muhammad Imran Kuna, said MCAS, also known as Darul Arqam Singapore, has recently come across several social media posts linking them to the movement and will not hesitate to take appropriate measures,...
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Pakistan and Bangladesh this week has added new dynamism to the vital relationships that boost Malaysia's expanding trade and foreign relations. In Islamabad, Anwar and his delegation were warmly received, with the Pakistani government making sure the importance it attached to the visit was fully conveyed. The...
SHAH ALAM: A large-scale operation was conducted around the business centre of Taman Sri Muda, Section 25, here on Saturday, targeting areas reportedly monopolised by foreign nationals. According to Sinar Harian, the operation was led by the Selangor Immigration Department in collaboration with the Royal Malaysia Police and various other agencies. The raid commenced around 12:30pm,...
PORT DICKSON: Static parades and dynamic demonstrations were the highlights that captured the attention of visitors at the 91st Malaysian Armed Forces Day celebrations in Segenting Camp here on Saturday. A total of 134 officers and 1,395 personnel of other ranks from all three branches of the military - the Malaysian Army, the Royal Malaysian Navy...
