August 2025 – Page 75 – Thesundailymys

Asia stocks up before Trump-Zelensky talks

TOKYO: Asian stocks were mostly higher Monday ahead of talks between Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and European leaders in Washington. US President Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday, but the summit failed to yield any breakthrough on a ceasefire in Ukraine. Zelensky, who will be joined in Washington by… Continue reading

High Court sets Sept 19 for AGC gag order hearing in Najib judicial review

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court has scheduled Sept 19 to hear the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ application for a gag order in Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s judicial review case. The gag order seeks to prevent public discussion on Najib’s claim regarding an alleged document permitting him to serve his remaining prison term under house arrest. Judge… Continue reading

India’s tax restructuring a ‘huge reform’, will boost competitiveness, Maruti Suzuki chair says

INDIA’S proposal to rationalise goods and services tax is a “huge reform”, which is bound to have good outcomes, RC Bhargava, chairman of the country’s top carmaker Maruti Suzuki, told Reuters on Monday. The restructuring will increase competitiveness of Indian products and the opening of trade borders will bring in the necessary competition, which will… Continue reading

Over 100,000 to join Gaza solidarity gathering at Dataran Merdeka

KUALA LUMPUR: Over 100,000 participants are expected at Dataran Merdeka this Sunday for the “Malam Himpunan dan Selawat – Malaysiaku Bersama Gaza.” The event is the highlight of the Sumud Nusantara Carnival 2025, organised by MAPIM and Cinta Gaza Malaysia. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is the patron, supported by key ministers including Datuk… Continue reading

Myanmar akan adakan pilihan raya umum pada 28 Dis

ISTANBUL: Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya Myanmar pada Isnin mengumumkan bahawa pilihan raya umum akan diadakan di negara itu pada 28 Dis, lapor Anadolu Ajansi (AA) yang memetik media kerajaan. “Pilihan raya umum demokrasi berbilang parti” itu akan diadakan pada Ahad, 28 Dis tahun ini, lapor MRTV, memetik pemberitahuan Kesatuan Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya. Pilihan raya umum terakhir… Continue reading

GISBH case papers refined and resubmitted to prosecution – Selangor EXCO

SHAH ALAM: The investigation papers on GISBH Holdings Sdn Bhd have been refined and resubmitted to the prosecution, according to state Islamic Religious Affairs and Cultural Innovation Committee chairman Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah. He stated that the state government is awaiting further action from the prosecution regarding the company, previously accused of violating a fatwa… Continue reading

Zara Qairina death probe focuses on bullying, neglect and sexual harassment

KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir is focusing on bullying, neglect, and sexual harassment. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed these elements as central to the ongoing probe. Police have submitted investigation papers to the Attorney General’s Chambers after recording statements from 195 witnesses. Saifuddin… Continue reading

Zara Qairina case probe transparent with no cover-up, says Saifuddin

KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has emphasised that there has been no attempt to close the case or cover up the investigation into the death of Form One student, Zara Qairina Mahathir. He said all actions and investigations carried out were based on facts, reports, and proper applications. Saifuddin Nasution stressed… Continue reading

Malaysia zahir sokongan kepada mangsa banjir di Pakistan dan India

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia menyatakan solidariti bersama penduduk Pakistan dan India yang kini berdepan banjir besar sehingga meragut ratusan nyawa serta memaksa ribuan keluarga berpindah. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata Malaysia turut merasai kesedihan mangsa, lebih-lebih lagi apabila melihat kediaman dihanyutkan arus, keluarga meratapi kehilangan orang tersayang, dan petugas penyelamat berkorban nyawa dalam keadaan… Continue reading

Selangor explores super app for smart parking system implementation

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government is studying the adoption of a super app to streamline the Selangor Intelligent Parking (SIP) system. State Islamic Religious Affairs and Innovation Culture Exco Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah confirmed the initiative. He stated the State Digital Infrastructure Committee is evaluating market proposals for seamless smart parking rollout. Rantaian Mesra Sdn… Continue reading

Tiada cubaan cover-up dalam siasatan kes Zara Qairina – Saifuddin Nasution

KUALA LUMPUR: Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail menegaskan tiada sebarang cubaan menutup kes atau cover-up dalam siasatan kematian pelajar tingkatan satu Zara Qairina Mahathir. Beliau menekankan semua tindakan dan siasatan dijalankan berdasarkan fakta, laporan dan permohonan yang sah mengikut undang-undang. “Tuduhan mengatakan kes ini cuba ditutup dan dimanipulasi adalah tuduhan sangat berat… Continue reading

Suspects in Zara Qairina bullying case to be charged, inquest to proceed

PETALING JAYA: The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) today announced its decision to charge several individuals suspected of involvement in the bullying case related to the death of Form One student, Zara Qairina Mahathir. This decision was made after reviewing the investigation papers referred by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). According to a statement released by… Continue reading

MARA entrepreneurs hit RM2.2 billion sales in 2023

KUALA LUMPUR: Entrepreneurs leasing business premises under Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) generated RM2.2 billion in sales last year. Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Rubiah Wang revealed the figures in Parliament today. As of June 2025, sales from 6,557 business lots nationwide reached RM1.01 billion, marking a 5.6% increase year-on-year. Rubiah added that… Continue reading

Amnesty accuses Israel of deliberate starvation policy in Gaza

JERUSALEM: Amnesty International has accused Israel of enforcing a deliberate policy of starvation in Gaza as humanitarian organisations warn of famine in the Palestinian territory. The rights group stated Israel is systematically destroying Palestinian health, well-being, and social structures in Gaza. “It is the intended outcome of plans and policies that Israel has designed and… Continue reading

Two brothers charged with trafficking over 35kg of ganja in Kota Bharu

KOTA BHARU: Two brothers were charged separately in Magistrate’s Courts here today for trafficking a combined total of 35.58kg of drugs, believed to be ganja. Ahmad Ammar Rusydi Mohd Hanapi, 23, and Mohammed Hibatul-Alimi, 34, did not enter pleas as their cases fall under the High Court’s jurisdiction. Ahmad Ammar Rusydi was accused of trafficking… Continue reading

Bung Moktar and wife’s corruption trial postponed to Sept 2

KUALA LUMPUR: The Sessions Court has postponed the defence trial of Kinabatangan MP Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad to September 2. The couple faces three corruption charges involving RM2.8 million. Judge Rosli Ahmad granted the postponement after lawyer Teh See Khoon cited lead counsel Datuk Seri… Continue reading

MCMC removes 49,082 scam posts as of Aug 1, says deputy minister

KUCHING: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has removed 49,082 scam-related posts as of August 1 this year. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching stated that 63,652 posts were taken down in 2024, a sharp rise from only 6,297 in 2023. “The spread of scam content, including fake accounts and impersonation of public figures,… Continue reading

Kementerian komunikasi sokong titah Agong bendung budaya buli di sekolah

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Komunikasi menyatakan komitmen penuh menyokong titah Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim berhubung keperluan membendung budaya buli sejak peringkat sekolah rendah. Menteri Komunikasi Datuk Fahmi Fadzil berkata kementerian melaksanakan Kempen Kesedaran Nasional Antibuli secara menyeluruh melalui televisyen, radio, media sosial dan platform digital. Beliau menegaskan tindakan susulan rentas kementerian sedang digerakkan bagi memastikan… Continue reading

Malaysia reviews NAP2020 to align with latest automotive trends

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is reviewing the National Automotive Policy 2020 (NAP2020) to ensure it keeps pace with the latest industry developments. Deputy Minister Liew Chin Tong said the review includes assessing New Generation Vehicles (NxGV) and other technological advancements. MITI and the Malaysia Automotive Robotics & IoT Institute… Continue reading

Permohonan larangan bersuara kes dokumen tambahan Najib didengar 19 Sept

KUALA LUMPUR: Mahkamah Tinggi menetapkan 19 September depan untuk mendengar permohonan perintah larangan bersuara oleh Jabatan Peguam Negara bagi menghalang perbincangan awam mengenai dokumen tambahan dalam kes semakan kehakiman Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. Permohonan itu berkaitan dakwaan kewujudan dokumen yang boleh membenarkan bekas perdana menteri itu menjalani baki hukuman penjara enam tahun secara tahanan… Continue reading

Bicara bela diri kes rasuah Bung Moktar dan isteri ditangguh ke 2 Sept

KUALA LUMPUR: Mahkamah Sesyen di sini menangguhkan prosiding perbicaraan membela diri Ahli Parlimen Kinabatangan Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin dan isterinya Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad atas tiga pertuduhan rasuah berjumlah RM2.8 juta ke 2 September depan. Hakim Rosli Ahmad membuat keputusan itu selepas membenarkan permohonan peguam Teh See Khoon yang mewakili Zizie Izette… Continue reading

Subang Jaya murder suspect known to victim, police confirm

SUBANG JAYA: The suspect in the murder of a female student found hanging from a ceiling fan in her family home is believed to be someone known to the victim. Subang Jaya police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat stated no valuables were reported missing from the scene. “Police have recorded statements from 12 individuals… Continue reading

Subang Jaya murder suspect known to victim, police confirm

Penyelia tapak didakwa pindah RM2 juta hasil aktiviti haram

SEREMBAN: Seorang penyelia tapak mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Sesyen hari ini atas pertuduhan memindahkan wang hasil aktiviti haram berjumlah RM2 juta pada Oktober 2023. Law Tuan Hai, 62, membuat pengakuan itu di hadapan Hakim Mohamad Kamil Nizam selepas didakwa menerima wang haram daripada akaun semasa sebuah firma guaman. “Dia didakwa menerima hasil daripada aktiviti… Continue reading

Malaysia launches national anti-bullying campaign after King’s decree

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Communications has pledged full support for His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim’s decree to curb bullying starting at the primary school level. Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced a National Anti-Bullying Awareness Campaign to be broadcast across TV, radio, and digital platforms. The initiative will integrate cross-ministerial efforts to ensure the message reaches… Continue reading

Malaysia launches national anti-bullying campaign after King’s decree

KKR denies highway delays linked to political contractor awards

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Works (KKR) has dismissed allegations that delays in projects like the Sabah Pan Borneo Expressway (LPB) stem from politically linked contract awards. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan clarified that such claims were baseless perceptions. He acknowledged reprimanding contractors for poor road maintenance during construction, citing a recent inspection in… Continue reading

Malaysia shows solidarity with flood victims in Pakistan and India

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has extended its solidarity to the people of Pakistan and India as both nations face catastrophic floods. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim conveyed the nation’s sorrow over the loss of lives and widespread destruction. He described the scenes of devastation as deeply heart-wrenching in a Facebook post today. “In this difficult… Continue reading

LKIM seeks Budget 2026 funds to repair ageing fish landing complexes

GEORGE TOWN: The Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (LKIM) hopes the government will allocate funds in Budget 2026 to repair ageing fish landing complexes. LKIM chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil said over 10 dilapidated complexes require urgent repairs, including those in Chendering, Kemaman, and Dungun in Terengganu. Other critical locations include Kota Tinggi in Johor and… Continue reading

LKIM seeks Budget 2026 funds to repair ageing fish landing complexes

Umno leader clears upside down flag mystery with CCTV footage

A series of controversial upside down Malaysian flag incidents has prompted an Umno leader to step forward with video evidence to clarify one particular case that went viral on social media recently. Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem, Melaka’s deputy state executive councillor for Science, Technology, and Communications, released CCTV footage demonstrating that a Jalur… Continue reading

Umno leader clears upside down flag mystery with CCTV footage

KPKT proposes amendments to Act 118 for commercial project oversight

KUALA LUMPUR: The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) is reviewing amendments to the Housing Development (Control and Licensing) Act 1966 (Act 118) to include commercial projects facing delays or abandonment. Minister Nga Kor Ming stated the changes aim to enhance enforcement by holding parent companies and beneficiary owners accountable. He emphasised the amendments would… Continue reading

King wants govt to implement anti-bullying campaign starting from primary schools

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has decreed that the government implement a comprehensive anti-bullying campaign, beginning at the primary school level, to curb the growing problem. The King warned that if bullying is not addressed early in primary schools, it risks producing a generation lacking respect and compassion for one another.… Continue reading

Kertas siasatan GISBH di Selangor diperkemas, tunggu pendakwaan

SHAH ALAM: Kertas siasatan berhubung kes melibatkan syarikat GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) telah diperkemas dan dihantar semula kepada pihak pendakwaan. Exco Hal Ehwal Agama Islam dan Pembudayaan Inovasi Selangor Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah berkata pihaknya kini sedang menunggu tindakan susulan pihak pendakwaan terhadap syarikat berkenaan yang sebelum ini dikait terbabit dengan pelanggaran fatwa ajaran… Continue reading

King wants govt to implement anti-bullying campaign starting from primary schools

KPKT teliti cadangan pindaan Akta 118 untuk projek komersial bermasalah

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Perumahan dan Kerajaan Tempatan (KPKT) sedang meneliti cadangan pindaan terhadap Akta Pemajuan Perumahan (Kawalan dan Pelesenan) 1966 (Akta 118) bagi memperluaskan skop tindakan ke atas projek komersial yang bermasalah. Menteri Nga Kor Ming berkata pindaan itu akan membolehkan penguatkuasaan dilaksana dengan lebih berkesan dan menyeluruh termasuk menyenarai hitam ahli lembaga syarikat pemaju… Continue reading

KKR nafi projek lebuh raya lewat disebabkan kawtim atau anugerah politik

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Kerja Raya (KKR) menafikan kelewatan beberapa projek termasuk Lebuhraya Pan Borneo (LPB) Sabah berpunca daripada amalan ‘kawtim’ atau pemberian kontrak atas dasar politik. Timbalan Menteri Kerja Raya Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan berkata dakwaan itu hanyalah persepsi dan tuduhan semata-mata. Beliau mengakui pernah menegur kontraktor yang gagal melaksanakan tanggungjawab penyelenggaraan jalan sedia ada… Continue reading

Addressing nuclear energy misconceptions key for Malaysia’s growth

KOTA KINABALU: Public misconceptions about nuclear technology must be tackled to ensure Malaysia’s sustainable energy future. Deputy Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Mohammad Yusof Apdal stressed the need for collective efforts to build public trust. He said reshaping perceptions requires inclusive communication backed by scientific evidence. “Public perception remains a major challenge despite the… Continue reading

Addressing nuclear energy misconceptions key for Malaysia’s growth

Agong titah budaya buli perlu dibendung sejak sekolah rendah

KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim menitahkan kerajaan melaksanakan kempen antibuli secara menyeluruh bagi membendung gejala itu sejak di peringkat sekolah rendah. Seri Paduka Baginda bertitah budaya buli sekiranya tidak dibendung sejak dari sekolah rendah berisiko melahirkan generasi yang hilang nilai hormat dan kasih sayang sesama insan. Sultan Ibrahim bertitah buli bukan sahaja merosakkan… Continue reading

Zara Qairina case probe transparent with no cover-up, says Saifuddin

KPKT proposes amendments to Act 118 for commercial project oversight

Polis tahan lima lelaki, rampas ganja bernilai RM142,600 di Pulau Pinang

GEORGE TOWN: Polis berjaya menumpaskan sebuah sindiket pengedaran dadah selepas menahan lima lelaki dan merampas ganja seberat kira-kira 46 kilogram bernilai RM142,600 dalam satu operasi antara 10 malam Jumaat hingga 7 pagi Sabtu lepas. Ketua Polis Pulau Pinang Datuk Azizee Ismail berkata serbuan itu dilakukan oleh Bahagian Siasatan Jenayah Narkotik (BSJN) Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah… Continue reading

Zara Qairina death probe focuses on bullying, neglect and sexual harassment

KUALA LUMPUR: The investigation into the tragic death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir centres on three key elements, namely bullying, neglect, and sexual harassment, according to Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said the police had also submitted their investigation papers to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) after taking statements from… Continue reading

MCMC turunkan 49,082 hantaran penipuan setakat 1 Ogos 2025

KUCHING: Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia (MCMC) telah menurunkan 49,082 hantaran berkaitan penipuan setakat 1 Ogos 2025. Timbalan Menteri Komunikasi Teo Nie Ching berkata angka ini menunjukkan peningkatan mendadak berbanding 63,652 hantaran pada 2024 dan 6,297 hantaran pada 2023. “Penularan kandungan penipuan, termasuk akaun palsu dan penyamaran tokoh awam, dilihat meningkat dengan pesat dalam beberapa… Continue reading

Harimau Malaya to play Singapore and Palestine in key friendlies

KUALA LUMPUR: The Harimau Malaya squad will play two high-profile international friendlies next month. The matches are part of their preparations for the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers. The first match will be against Singapore on September 4 at Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 9 pm under the guidance of head coach Peter… Continue reading

Harimau Malaya to play Singapore and Palestine in key friendlies

German minister warns of China’s aggressive stance in Asia-Pacific

TOKYO: Germany’s foreign minister has condemned China for what he described as increasingly aggressive actions in the Asia-Pacific region, including threats to alter borders. Johann Wadephul accused Beijing of openly seeking to shift territorial boundaries in its favour, particularly in the Taiwan Strait and the East and South China Seas. “Any escalation in this sensitive… Continue reading