Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar has been released this afternoon after four days in remand over an alleged bribery case.He was arrested last Friday on accusations of receiving RM20,000 from an agent dealing with foreign workers in exchange for not publishing articles exposing a cartel.Meanwhile, three Era FM radio announcers have been taken off the air pending internal investigations into a video of them mocking the Thaipusam kavadi ritualCommunications Minister Fahmi Fadzil ordered the MCMC to thoroughly probe the incident, including by calling Astro and Era FM’s management for an explanation.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar has been released this afternoon after four days in remand over an alleged bribery case.He was arrested last Friday on accusations of receiving RM20,000 from an agent dealing with foreign workers in exchange for not publishing articles exposing a cartel.Meanwhile, three Era FM radio announcers have been taken off the air pending internal investigations into a video of them mocking the Thaipusam kavadi ritualCommunications Minister Fahmi Fadzil ordered the MCMC to thoroughly probe the incident, including by calling Astro and Era FM’s management for an explanation.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Malaysiakini journalist released on bail, Era FM under fire for mocking Hindu ritual

Langkawi MP Suhaimi Abdullah called for one of his constituency's 99 islands to be set aside for stray dogs.He told a press conference in Parliament today that this was to tackle the issue of stray dogs biting residents and tourists.This came following a March 1 incident where a four-year-old boy was severely injured after being bitten by a stray dog in Kampung Dedek, Langkawi.

Langkawi MP Suhaimi Abdullah called for one of his constituency's 99 islands to be set aside for stray dogs.He told a press conference in Parliament today that this was to tackle the issue of stray dogs biting residents and tourists.This came following a March 1 incident where a four-year-old boy was severely injured after being bitten by a stray dog in Kampung Dedek, Langkawi.

Langkawi MP wants special island for stray dogs

The Dewan Rakyat has passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025, paving the way for the reinstatement and enforcement of the Parliamentary Services Act.Speaker Johari Abdul announced the approval following a bloc vote.The bill was passed with a two-thirds majority, with 148 MPs voting in favor, 57 abstaining, and 17 absent.

The Dewan Rakyat has passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2025, paving the way for the reinstatement and enforcement of the Parliamentary Services Act.Speaker Johari Abdul announced the approval following a bloc vote.The bill was passed with a two-thirds majority, with 148 MPs voting in favor, 57 abstaining, and 17 absent.

'Reformasi' chants echo as Constitutional Amendment Bill passes

Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar has been released this afternoon after four days in remand over an alleged bribery case.He was arrested last Friday on accusations of receiving RM20,000 from an agent dealing with foreign workers in exchange for not publishing articles exposing a cartel.

Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar has been released this afternoon after four days in remand over an alleged bribery case.He was arrested last Friday on accusations of receiving RM20,000 from an agent dealing with foreign workers in exchange for not publishing articles exposing a cartel.

Malaysiakini journalist released on RM10,000 bail

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu says mixing local and imported rice has been happening since the 1970s, but no laws exist to prosecute offenders.Existing laws, including the Control of Padi and Rice Act 1994, lack clear provisions to penalize rice mixing.

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu says mixing local and imported rice has been happening since the 1970s, but no laws exist to prosecute offenders.Existing laws, including the Control of Padi and Rice Act 1994, lack clear provisions to penalize rice mixing.

Rice mixing dates back to 1970s, legal gaps allow it to persist - Mat Sabu

Former Sabah infrastructure development minister Peter Anthony begins his three-year jail sentence today after losing his final appeal in a forgery case.The Court of Appeal upheld his conviction and sentence over a forged document linked to a Universiti Malaysia Sabah maintenance and service contract 11 years ago.

Former Sabah infrastructure development minister Peter Anthony begins his three-year jail sentence today after losing his final appeal in a forgery case.The Court of Appeal upheld his conviction and sentence over a forged document linked to a Universiti Malaysia Sabah maintenance and service contract 11 years ago.

Melalap rep Peter Anthony goes to jail for forgery

Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Malaysia director Ooi Kok Hin revealed that the country has never had more than 15% female representation in Parliament.He made this remark following a forum organized by WFD and Malaysiakini in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, which discussed how female political leaders are portrayed in traditional and digital media and the impact on their careers.

Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Malaysia director Ooi Kok Hin revealed that the country has never had more than 15% female representation in Parliament.He made this remark following a forum organized by WFD and Malaysiakini in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, which discussed how female political leaders are portrayed in traditional and digital media and the impact on their careers.

Malaysia has never reached 15% women MPs in 70 years, says WFD

Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has urged the government and police to take firm action against several Era FM staff accused of mocking the Hindu kavadi dance.He stressed that action is necessary despite their public apology to the Hindu community.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YA5OueIQ7A

Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has urged the government and police to take firm action against several Era FM staff accused of mocking the Hindu kavadi dance.He stressed that action is necessary despite their public apology to the Hindu community.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YA5OueIQ7A

Era FM controversy: 'I’m disappointed, minister and police must take action'

Female politicians in Malaysia open up about the gender-based violence and misogynistic attacks they've faced in their careers. Speaking at a panel discussion organized by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) and Malaysiakini, Muda’s acting president Amira Aisya shared how she was targeted over her looks when she first entered politics. Meanwhile DAP’s Pang Sock Tao revealed the anxiety she felt about being fielded as a candidate due to similar attacks.

Female politicians in Malaysia open up about the gender-based violence and misogynistic attacks they've faced in their careers. Speaking at a panel discussion organized by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) and Malaysiakini, Muda’s acting president Amira Aisya shared how she was targeted over her looks when she first entered politics. Meanwhile DAP’s Pang Sock Tao revealed the anxiety she felt about being fielded as a candidate due to similar attacks.

'Age 25 but looks like she’s had ten kids' - Amira reveals sexist insults

Communications and Multimedia Minister Fahmi Fadzil has ordered an investigation into a viral video of Era FM hosts mocking the Thaipusam kavadi ritual.In a statement today, he directed the MCMC to conduct a thorough probe, including summoning Astro and Era FM’s management for an explanation.

Communications and Multimedia Minister Fahmi Fadzil has ordered an investigation into a viral video of Era FM hosts mocking the Thaipusam kavadi ritual.In a statement today, he directed the MCMC to conduct a thorough probe, including summoning Astro and Era FM’s management for an explanation.

Fahmi demands probe into Era FM’s video mocking Thaipusam ritual

MIC has urged the government to act against Astro Radio's Era FM over a viral video showing its staff mocking the Hindu kavadi dance.The video features Era FM host Pak Azad dancing to a "vel vel" chant by several other staff members before bursting into laughter.

MIC has urged the government to act against Astro Radio's Era FM over a viral video showing its staff mocking the Hindu kavadi dance.The video features Era FM host Pak Azad dancing to a "vel vel" chant by several other staff members before bursting into laughter.

Era FM under fire for mocking Hindu ritual, MIC wants stern govt action

Umno Youth exco Wan Zuhir Ghazali has criticised DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng for proposing that non-bumiputera receive an allocation equal to 10% of what is given to bumiputera.Wan Zuhir argued that Lim was being "too political" and ignoring the reality that most of Malaysia’s poor are bumiputera.

Umno Youth exco Wan Zuhir Ghazali has criticised DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng for proposing that non-bumiputera receive an allocation equal to 10% of what is given to bumiputera.Wan Zuhir argued that Lim was being "too political" and ignoring the reality that most of Malaysia’s poor are bumiputera.

10% non-bumi funding? Guan Eng, show some gratitude - Umno Youth

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is a suspect in MACC’s investigation into government spending on the "Keluarga Malaysia" promotional campaign.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki told the press that they will summon the Bera MP again on Wednesday for statement recording, where investigators will question him about over RM177 million in cash and gold seized from a safehouse in the Klang Valley.Meanwhile MACC confirmed they are also investigating a migrant trafficking cartel recently exposed by Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, who was recently arrested over alleged bribery.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is a suspect in MACC’s investigation into government spending on the "Keluarga Malaysia" promotional campaign.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki told the press that they will summon the Bera MP again on Wednesday for statement recording, where investigators will question him about over RM177 million in cash and gold seized from a safehouse in the Klang Valley.Meanwhile MACC confirmed they are also investigating a migrant trafficking cartel recently exposed by Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, who was recently arrested over alleged bribery.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Confirmed - Ismail Sabri a suspect in RM177 million corruption probe 

MACC today confirmed they are also investigating a migrant trafficking cartel recently exposed by Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, who was recently arrested over alleged bribery.Azam was asked for an update on the journalist arrested Friday for allegedly taking bribes from a foreign worker agent. He was also pressed on whether MACC is investigating the agent’s cartel links.

MACC today confirmed they are also investigating a migrant trafficking cartel recently exposed by Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, who was recently arrested over alleged bribery.Azam was asked for an update on the journalist arrested Friday for allegedly taking bribes from a foreign worker agent. He was also pressed on whether MACC is investigating the agent’s cartel links.

Malaysiakini journalist arrested: MACC confirms probe against new Pakistani cartel

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is now a suspect in MACC’s probe into government spending on the "Keluarga Malaysia" campaign.MACC chief Azam Baki confirmed Ismail has been served a notice under Section 36 of the MACC Act and will be questioned on Wednesday over RM177 million in cash and gold seized from a safehouse.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is now a suspect in MACC’s probe into government spending on the "Keluarga Malaysia" campaign.MACC chief Azam Baki confirmed Ismail has been served a notice under Section 36 of the MACC Act and will be questioned on Wednesday over RM177 million in cash and gold seized from a safehouse.

Ismail Sabri a suspect, MACC to summon him again over RM177m

PAS Youth plans to push ahead with a mass rally against the proposed Urban Renewal Act, arguing the government has failed to address public concerns. Its Deputy chief Hafez Sabri slammed officials for being “arrogant” and dismissing rakyat’s questions, warning the protest will grow if the bill isn’t reconsidered. 

PAS Youth plans to push ahead with a mass rally against the proposed Urban Renewal Act, arguing the government has failed to address public concerns. Its Deputy chief Hafez Sabri slammed officials for being “arrogant” and dismissing rakyat’s questions, warning the protest will grow if the bill isn’t reconsidered.

PAS Youth to proceed with mass rally against Urban Renewal Act

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reminded government departments and agencies to be prudent when spending on Ramadan-related activities.Anwar advised the civil servants to appreciate the true spirit of Ramadan by being moderate, including when organising the breaking of fast and Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house events.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reminded government departments and agencies to be prudent when spending on Ramadan-related activities.Anwar advised the civil servants to appreciate the true spirit of Ramadan by being moderate, including when organising the breaking of fast and Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house events.

Be prudent during Ramadan-related programmes - PM tells govt dept

The Prime Minister's Office has denied claims that its daily briefings would sideline Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. PM’s senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said the briefings complement, not replace, Fahmi’s role as government spokesperson.

The Prime Minister's Office has denied claims that its daily briefings would sideline Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. PM’s senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said the briefings complement, not replace, Fahmi’s role as government spokesperson.

PMO dismisses claims daily briefings will sideline Fahmi Fadzil

A total of 70 candidates will contest in the DAP election on March 16. Most current CEC members, including Anthony Loke, Lim Guan Eng, Nga Kor Ming and Gobind Singh Deo, are seeking re-election. The 30 elected CEC members will choose the party's office bearers for the 2025-2028 term, a crucial period leading up to GE16.

A total of 70 candidates will contest in the DAP election on March 16. Most current CEC members, including Anthony Loke, Lim Guan Eng, Nga Kor Ming and Gobind Singh Deo, are seeking re-election. The 30 elected CEC members will choose the party's office bearers for the 2025-2028 term, a crucial period leading up to GE16.

70 candidates vie for key positions in DAP election on March 16

Zaid Ibrahim questions the MACC’s arrest of Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, asking why he would accept RM20,000 to kill a story he worked hard to expose. The former law minister also calls for greater scrutiny of the MACC’s actions.

Zaid Ibrahim questions the MACC’s arrest of Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar, asking why he would accept RM20,000 to kill a story he worked hard to expose. The former law minister also calls for greater scrutiny of the MACC’s actions.

Zaid: MACC must be scrutinised over Malaysiakini journalist's arrest

A look back at several debates and moments from the Dewan Rakyat session for the week of February 24th until February 27th.This includes when Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul reprimanded Pendang MP Awang Hashim after a heated exchange between PAS and DAP MPs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was also seen teasing Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman over his attire.This was after Syed Saddiq said he had to resort to modelling to raise funds for his constituents.

A look back at several debates and moments from the Dewan Rakyat session for the week of February 24th until February 27th.This includes when Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul reprimanded Pendang MP Awang Hashim after a heated exchange between PAS and DAP MPs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was also seen teasing Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman over his attire.This was after Syed Saddiq said he had to resort to modelling to raise funds for his constituents.

[Parliament Feb 24-27] ‘Everything is DAP’s fault,’ ‘Use your brain,’ ‘Not in Baju Melayu today?’

[KiniNews] Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah has urged all parties to cease discussions on the royal addendum, stressing that the matter is under legal process and should be respected.“Regarding the addendum decree, this matter falls under the jurisdiction of the responsible and trustworthy parties." "Therefore, all parties must respect the processes and laws that have been established. Avoid creating confusion or unnecessary debates," said Sultan Abdullah.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Youth has joined the chorus of people seeking answers over 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its US$248 million (RM1.1 billion) civil suit against Najib Abdul Razak’s stepson Riza Aziz and his company Red Granite Pictures."As a company wholly owned by the government, 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its suit is not only irresponsible but affects the people’s trust in the government," said Bersatu Youth executive council member Na’im Brundage.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah has urged all parties to cease discussions on the royal addendum, stressing that the matter is under legal process and should be respected.“Regarding the addendum decree, this matter falls under the jurisdiction of the responsible and trustworthy parties." "Therefore, all parties must respect the processes and laws that have been established. Avoid creating confusion or unnecessary debates," said Sultan Abdullah.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Youth has joined the chorus of people seeking answers over 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its US$248 million (RM1.1 billion) civil suit against Najib Abdul Razak’s stepson Riza Aziz and his company Red Granite Pictures."As a company wholly owned by the government, 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its suit is not only irresponsible but affects the people’s trust in the government," said Bersatu Youth executive council member Na’im Brundage.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Pahang Sultan urges end to debates on addendum; Bersatu Youth calls 1MDB 'irresponsible'

Sabah Bersatu stated that MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s remarks regarding the videos appeared to contradict Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s assertion of “zero tolerance” for corruption.To align more closely with the prime minister’s statement that no one would be spared, Sabah Bersatu chief Ronald Kiandee called on the MACC chief to heed the words of his predecessor, Latheefa Koya.Yesterday, Anwar, when speaking about the national defence sector, emphasised that he would not allow any party to engage in corruption or abuse of power.

Sabah Bersatu stated that MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s remarks regarding the videos appeared to contradict Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s assertion of “zero tolerance” for corruption.To align more closely with the prime minister’s statement that no one would be spared, Sabah Bersatu chief Ronald Kiandee called on the MACC chief to heed the words of his predecessor, Latheefa Koya.Yesterday, Anwar, when speaking about the national defence sector, emphasised that he would not allow any party to engage in corruption or abuse of power.

MACC should consider Latheefa's statement, says Bersatu on Sabah scandal

Bersatu Youth has joined the chorus of people seeking answers over 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its US$248 million (RM1.1 billion) civil suit against Najib Abdul Razak’s stepson Riza Aziz and his company Red Granite Pictures.“As a company wholly owned by the government, 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its suit is not only irresponsible but affects the people’s trust in the government," said Bersatu Youth executive council member Na’im Brundage.

Bersatu Youth has joined the chorus of people seeking answers over 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its US$248 million (RM1.1 billion) civil suit against Najib Abdul Razak’s stepson Riza Aziz and his company Red Granite Pictures.“As a company wholly owned by the government, 1MDB’s decision to withdraw its suit is not only irresponsible but affects the people’s trust in the government," said Bersatu Youth executive council member Na’im Brundage.

Bersatu Youth calls on govt to explain decision to withdraw suit against Riza

The Federal Court allows six former UPNM students’ appeal to set aside their murder conviction and death sentence over the 2017 death by steam iron of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain.A three-person Federal Court bench today unanimously allowed the six appellants’ appeal to set aside their death sentence for murder and substitute it with 18 years imprisonment for the offence of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

The Federal Court allows six former UPNM students’ appeal to set aside their murder conviction and death sentence over the 2017 death by steam iron of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain.A three-person Federal Court bench today unanimously allowed the six appellants’ appeal to set aside their death sentence for murder and substitute it with 18 years imprisonment for the offence of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Zulfarhan's case: Six former UPNM students escape gallows

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad berkata beliau bersedia untuk berkhidmat sebagai perdana menteri jika itu adalah kehendak rakyat atau selagi mereka memerlukan khidmat beliau.&ldquo;Tetapi sudah tentu, saya tidak tahu berapa lama saya sendiri akan bertahan,&rdquo; katanya sambil menambah bahawa dalam tempoh dua tahun beliau akan berusia 95 tahun.Berucap pada Persidangan Nikkei di Tokyo, Jepun pada Isnin, Dr Mahathir menegaskan bahawa beliau sudah menjadi perdana menteri tertua di dunia."Ia akan menjadi satu rekod jika saya mencapai usia 95 tahun dan masih menjadi perdana menteri," katanya secara bergurau.Beliau menegaskan bahawa apa yang difikirkannya adalah berkhidmat kepada negara.&ldquo;Jika itulah apa yang rakyat mahu saya lakukan, saya akan mengikut kehendak mereka,&rdquo; katanyaDr Mahathir telah mengangkat sumpah sebagai perdana menteri untuk kali kedua bulan lepas selepas mengetuai gabungan Pakatan Harapan untuk mraih kemenangan yang menakjubkan dalam pilihan raya umum 9 Mei.Beliau adalah perdana menteri dari tahun 1981 hingga 2003.Dr Mahathir adalah dalam rangka lawatan kerja tiga hari ke Jepun.

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad berkata beliau bersedia untuk berkhidmat sebagai perdana menteri jika itu adalah kehendak rakyat atau selagi mereka memerlukan khidmat beliau. &ldquo;Tetapi sudah tentu, saya tidak tahu berapa lama saya sendiri akan bertahan,&rdquo; katanya sambil menambah bahawa dalam tempoh dua tahun beliau akan berusia 95 tahun. Berucap pada Persidangan Nikkei di Tokyo, Jepun pada Isnin, Dr Mahathir menegaskan bahawa beliau sudah menjadi perdana menteri tertua di dunia. "Ia akan menjadi satu rekod jika saya mencapai usia 95 tahun dan masih menjadi perdana menteri," katanya secara bergurau. Beliau menegaskan bahawa apa yang difikirkannya adalah berkhidmat kepada negara. &ldquo;Jika itulah apa yang rakyat mahu saya lakukan, saya akan mengikut kehendak mereka,&rdquo; katanya Dr Mahathir telah mengangkat sumpah sebagai perdana menteri untuk kali kedua bulan lepas selepas mengetuai gabungan Pakatan Harapan untuk mraih kemenangan yang menakjubkan dalam pilihan raya umum 9 Mei. Beliau adalah perdana menteri dari tahun 1981 hingga 2003. Dr Mahathir adalah dalam rangka lawatan kerja tiga hari ke Jepun.

Saya sedia berkhidmat selagi rakyat perlukan - Dr M