Public encouraged to wear batik at National Day celebrations in Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA: Members of the public are encouraged to wear batik during the 2023 National Day celebrations on Aug 31 at Dataran Putrajaya here, said Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil. He said this would not only enliven this year’s celebrations, themed ‘Malaysia MADANI: Tekad Perpaduan, Penuhi Harapan’, but also be a strong show of support for the local […]
Couple’s death sentence commuted to 40 years jail for murdering daughter
PUTRAJAYA: A married couple escaped the gallows after the Court of Appeal today commuted their death sentence to a maximum jail sentence of 40 years for murdering their daughter. A three-member bench comprising Justices Datuk Hadhariah Syed Ismail, Datuk Ahmad Zaidi Ibrahim and Datuk S. M. Komathy Suppiah upheld the conviction against Anuar Yusof and […]
DAP’s exceptional showing proves Malay electorate has accepted party: Nga
PUTRAJAYA: DAP’s exceptional showing in the just-concluded state elections shows that the Malay electorate has accepted the party which has had to deal with negative perceptions all this while, said vice-chairman Nga Kor Ming. DAP won 46 of the 47 state seats contested in four states namely Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Selangor and Kedah. “Before this, […]
Appeals Court overturns High Court decision that MACC must use own Act to remand suspects
PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal today overturned a decision made by the Temerloh High Court which had barred the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) officers from using the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) to remand suspects for further investigations. Instead, the court’s three-man bench comprising Justices Datuk Vazeer Alam Mydin Meera, Datuk Azman Abdullah and Datuk Azmi […]
Judge recuses herself from hearing Apandi Ali’s appeal in defamation suit against Kit Siang
PUTRAJAYA: Court of Appeal Judge Datuk Hanipah Farikullah has recused herself from hearing former Attorney-General (AG) Tan Sri Mohamed Apandi Ali’s appeal against a High Court’s dismissal of his RM10 million defamation lawsuit against Tan Sri Lim Kit Siang. Justice Hanipah, who chaired a three-member bench, said she decided to recuse herself from hearing the […]
Ex-Arabic teacher begins eight years for sexual assaulting girl
PUTRAJAYA: A former Arabic language teacher begins his eight years jail sentence today after he failed in his final appeal to set aside his conviction and jail sentence for committing physical sexual assault on a primary school student in 2018. Nor Azlam Ab Rahman, 43, will also receive one stroke of the cane. A three-member […]
Diesel subsidy system to be improved
PUTRAJAYA: The existing diesel subsidy system will continue and will be improved by ensuring that vehicles that transport diesel supplies from gas stations or skid tanks are equipped with a ‘fleet card’ system to monitor diesel consumption and avoid leakage, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim Speaking in a press conference after chairing the […]
Purchase tickets using airlines’ official apps, passengers told
PUTRAJAYA: Consumers need to check prices and purchase tickets through official apps provided by airlines to avoid buying tickets at high prices, especially during festive periods. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said ticket prices would be different if they purchased using other apps. “If you want to buy Malaysian Airlines Berhad (MAS) tickets, refer to prices […]
Police: Woman on Putrajaya bridge not suicidal
PUTRAJAYA: The presence of a woman on Wawasan Bridge in Precinct 2 yesterday was not to commit suicide but to calm her feelings, said Putrajaya district police chief ACP A. Asmadi Abdul Aziz. He said the police investigation found that the woman in her 30s was under stress because the court’s decision on a civil claim […]
Professional recognition for TVET adds value to grads
PUTRAJAYA: The professional recognition accorded to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates is an added value that will contribute to acceptance by employers and industry, says the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT) which is a professional body that recognises technologists and technicians as professionals. MBOT president Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir said […]
