KUCHING: The Sarawak Immigration Department launched an operation codenamed ‘Ops Gegar’, resulting in the detention of 15 foreign women at an entertainment centre here on Jan 24. After weeks of investigation and observation, a total of 31 individuals of various nationalities were scrutinised at the premises from 8.40 pm to
TEBEDU: A group of 64 Indonesian citizens, including 21 women, who were formerly held at the Immigration Depot in Semuja, Serian, have successfully completed their detention and sentences. According to the Sarawak Immigration Department, on Jan 25, a bus and a truck facilitated the transfer operation to ICQS Tebedu and
LUNDU: The Malaysian army (TDM) operating under the First Malaysian Infantry Division (1 Div), thwarted smuggling activities at the GABMA Kandaei Post Sector here on Jan 25. Reports indicate that at 10 pm, a team of on-duty members received information from local residents on a suspicious truck heading towards the
KUCHING: The Sarawak State Health Department has reported three human fatalities attributed to rabies this year. Department director Dr. Ooi Choo Huck disclosed that these tragic incidents occurred on Jan 9, Jan 12, and Jan 20. “The cumulative tally of reported rabies cases among humans in Sarawak, since the outbreak
KUCHING: The annual Thaipusam celebration unfolds as a testament to the rich tapestry of multiculturalism that defines Malaysia and intrigues those who have never experienced the celebration. With its roots deeply embedded in the Tamil Hindu community, Thaipusam has become a colourful and profound cultural spectacle in Sarawak, drawing devotees
KUCHING: The Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Batu Lintang, the tallest temple in Borneo valued at approximately RM3.67 million, is expected to be completed by July this year. Shankar R. P. Asnani, the President of the Kuching Mariamman Sri Maha Association, stated that the project, which began in November 2019,
KUCHING: The Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Matang, near here, is gearing up for the Thaipusam celebration with meticulous preparations and enthusiastic participation from the Hindu community. Temple chairman and vice president of the Hindu Temple Association Kuching, Vaithilingam Palanisami, is happy with the smooth progress of preparations. He said
KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (PMC) has stepped in to address the growing waste management crisis at MJC Batu Kawah Commercial Centre’s bin centres. PMC chairman Tan Kai said he was concerned about the failure of Management Committee (MC) and Joint Management Body (JMB) to effectively tackle the issue of
KUCHING: Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has encouraged the motorcycle community to inquire about funding for motorcycle events. Abdul Karim highlighted the ministry’s readiness to support such initiatives. “We have substantial resources, amounting to millions, dedicated to organising events. We have successfully conducted
KUCHING: Every commencement leads to an eventual conclusion, irrespective of the position’s significance. Senior Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) leader Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said words to this effect following speculation that a new Head of State will be appointed soon in Sarawak. “In my view, every undertaking has
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