Day: October 24, 2026

Government Seeks to Shield Households From Global Fuel Price Hikes – Anwar

MELAKA, Oct 24 — The Malaysian government is prepared to absorb fuel subsidy costs of up to RM45 billion annually amid surging global crude oil prices, rather than pass the burden on to consumers through higher petrol prices, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He said the government remained committed to maintaining the price of […]

Anwar Urges KPDN to Ensure Economic Growth Eases Cost-of-Living Pressures

MELAKA, Oct 24 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) to ensure that Malaysia’s positive economic performance translates into tangible improvements in the people’s lives, particularly in addressing the rising cost of living. He said that while the country’s improving economic performance was encouraging, […]

Sarawak PAS Targets Four Seats in 13th State Election

KUCHING, Oct 24 — Sarawak PAS is targeting to contest four seats in the upcoming 13th Sarawak State Election, including Beting Maro, Samariang and Sebuyau. Sarawak PAS commissioner Mohammad Arifiriazul Paijo said the party was still considering a fourth seat in the northern region of the state, possibly within the Bintulu or Sibuti parliamentary constituency. […]

Police Probe Possible Malaysian Links to Indonesia’s 1.16-Tonne Ketamine Seizure

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 10 -- Police have busted a syndicate distributing vape cartridges, suspected of containing drug liquids, to neighbouring countries through Ops Pijat with the arrest of eight foreigners and the seizure of drugs worth RM152,400 in two series of raids around Meru and Kajang, Selangor on July 1. Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (JSJN) director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the syndicate is believed to have obtained drug supplies in Malaysia before processing and repackaging them to be sent to Indonesia. "This syndicate is believed to be using rural areas as locations for operations to evade authorities and prevent their activities from being detected." "The syndicate's modus operandi is to use village houses in rural areas as locations to process and package drugs before shipping them by sea using boats to neighboring countries," he said in a press conference here, today. Hussein said police also seized 500 plastic packets containing cartridges suspected of containing MDMA, estimated to weigh almost five kilograms, as well as eight small plastic bottles suspected of containing the same type of drug liquid. Hussein said initial urine screening tests found that three of the eight suspects tested positive for methamphetamine, while checks found that none of them had a criminal record. Commenting further, Hussein said initial investigations found that the syndicate, which is believed to be active since last February, had successfully made several shipments to the neighbouring country. He said all the suspects, consisting of six men and two women aged 21 to 40, were remanded for 11 days starting from July 1 until tomorrow to assist with investigations. The case is being investigated under Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR — The Bukit Aman Narcotics criminal investigation department (NCID) will collaborate with the Indonesian national police (Polri) to investigate possible links between Malaysian-based syndicates and the seizure of 1.16 tonnes of ketamine from a tanker off Tanjung Balai Asahan, northern Sumatera, on Tuesday. Bukit Aman NCID director Hussein Omar Khan said the department […]

Anwar Contacts IGP, Calls for Transparent Probe into Noorizwan Zulkefly’s Death

KUALA LUMPUR — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he had contacted the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to seek further information on the case involving the death of Noorizwan Zulkefly. In a statement posted on Facebook, Anwar said he had stressed the need for a thorough, transparent and uncompromising investigation, with updates on the […]

Sabah Steps Up Efforts to Help SMEs Scale Up

KOTA KINABALU, Oct 24: A total of 5,879 entrepreneurs in Sabah have benefited from the state’s SME-UP Assistance Programme between 2017 and 2025, aimed at strengthening production capacity, product quality and business competitiveness among micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Deputy Chief Minister III and Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said […]

Political Parties Must Look Beyond Charismatic Leaders and Family Legacies, Says Salleh Keruak

KOTA KINABALU: Political parties must build strong institutions and develop new leadership rather than rely solely on the charisma of their founders or the influence of political families to ensure their long-term survival, says veteran politician Salleh Said Keruak. In his analysis of political parties, Salleh said political movements were often established on different foundations, […]

Zahid Sets Sights on Bringing ‘Blue Wave’ to Melaka

JASIN: UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is rallying Barisan Nasional (BN) machinery to bring the “Blue Wave” to Melaka, following encouraging signs of readiness among party members in Jasin ahead of the state election. Zahid said he witnessed strong enthusiasm among UMNO Jasin division members during a gathering last night, with leaders, […]

Willie Calls for Unity as Sarawak Heads Into 13th State Election

KUCHING, Oct 23: Datuk Willie Anak Mongin has called on Sarawakians to give Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) another mandate in the upcoming 13th Sarawak State Election, saying continuity in leadership is crucial to sustaining the state’s development and protecting its interests. Willie said GPS, under Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, had […]

UPKO Unveils New Supreme Council Line-up, 15 Members Are Newcomers

KOTA KINABALU: Fifteen of the 47 members of the United Kinabalu Progressive Organisation (UPKO) Supreme Council for the 2026–2029 term are new faces, reflecting a blend of experienced leaders and fresh talent in strengthening the party’s leadership.UPKO president Datuk Ewon Benedick said the combination of former, existing and new leaders would help foster effective leadership […]