Seventh seed Musetti tumbles out of Wimbledon

There will be no repeat of last year’s semi-final run for Italian seventh seed Lorenzo Musetti after he was dumped out in Wimbledon’s first round by Georgian qualifier Nikoloz Basilashvili on Tuesday. Musetti, playing his first match since retiring in the French Open semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz with a leg injury, went down 6-2 4-6… Continue reading Seventh seed Musetti tumbles out of Wimbledon

Malaysia leads ASEAN push for regional peace and human rights advancement

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) on Tuesday launched its Thematic Study on the Right to Peace, marking a significant milestone in ASEAN’s move towards implementing a rights-based approach to peace agenda. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry said the study also offers key policy recommendations to support ASEAN initiatives to respect… Continue reading Malaysia leads ASEAN push for regional peace and human rights advancement

Barcelona’s Ansu Fati aims to kick-start career in Monaco

BARCELONA have loaned Spanish forward Ansu Fati to Monaco for a season with an option to buy, the Ligue 1 club confirmed on Tuesday. Fati becomes Monaco’s third summer signing, following England international defender Eric Dier and 2018 French World Cup winner Paul Pogba, both of whom arrived on free transfers. The three players will… Continue reading Barcelona’s Ansu Fati aims to kick-start career in Monaco

KDN to table Peaceful Assembly Act amendments this month – Saifuddin Nasution

KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry (KDN) will table amendments to Section 11 of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012 (Act 736) in the upcoming parliamentary sitting this month, said Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. In a statement, Saifuddin Nasution said the MADANI Government remains committed to upholding democratic principles and the supremacy of the Constitution… Continue reading KDN to table Peaceful Assembly Act amendments this month – Saifuddin Nasution

Perunding minyak gas rugi RM2.7 juta diperdaya skim pelaburan palsu

IPOH: Seorang perunding minyak dan gas mengalami kerugian melebihi RM2.7 juta selepas diperdaya oleh skim pelaburan palsu melalui laman sesawang bernama “Nova 88”. Ketua Polis Perak Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin berkata, mangsa berusia 37 tahun itu mendaftar akaun pelaburan pada April 2023 selepas berkenalan dengan suspek melalui WhatsApp. Mangsa kemudian membuat deposit pertama sebanyak RM30,000… Continue reading Perunding minyak gas rugi RM2.7 juta diperdaya skim pelaburan palsu
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Five illegal waste dumping sites identified in Kuala Langat – KDEBWM

KUALA LANGAT: KDEB Waste Management (KDEBWM) has identified five locations, each spanning two to four hectares, being used as illegal dumping sites in several areas within the Kuala Langat district. Its Managing Director, Datuk Ramli Mohd Tahir, said the district has become a hotspot for large-scale illegal dumping due to its proximity to the Tanjung… Continue reading Five illegal waste dumping sites identified in Kuala Langat – KDEBWM

Dr Zaliha urges federal agencies to halt improper project extensions

LABUAN: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has urged all implementing agencies in the federal territories to halt the improper practice of granting unjustified extensions of time for development projects. Chairing the Federal Territories Development Action Council meeting in Putrajaya today, Dr Zaliha stressed that projects such as… Continue reading Dr Zaliha urges federal agencies to halt improper project extensions

PDK programme cuts inmate recidivism to just 0.28 per cent in 2024

ALOR SETAR: The community rehabilitation programme (PDK) has achieved a remarkable recidivism rate of just 0.28 per cent among participating inmates in 2024, far outperforming the 11.6 per cent rate for non-participants. Prisons Department deputy commissioner-general (Rehabilitation) Ahmad Faudzi Awang highlighted the programme’s success, crediting strong collaboration with industries and communities. Speaking at the handover… Continue reading PDK programme cuts inmate recidivism to just 0.28 per cent in 2024

Trump says will ‘take a look’ at deporting Musk

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he could consider deporting Elon Musk, after the South African-born billionaire slammed his flagship spending bill. Trump also said the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) — which Musk headed before stepping down late May — may train its sights on the Tesla and SpaceX founder’s government subsidies. “I… Continue reading Trump says will ‘take a look’ at deporting Musk

Datuk and four others charged with illegal deposit taking in Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Five individuals, including a woman holding the title of Datuk, were charged today at the Sessions Court for illegal deposit taking and money laundering activities spanning four years. The accused – Datuk Suhaila Semaru, 41, her sister Suraya Semaru, 37, brothers Muhammad Wahbah Az-Zuhaili Mohd Ariffin, 33, Muhammad Syaabil Ajwad Mohd Ariffin, 26,… Continue reading Datuk and four others charged with illegal deposit taking in Shah Alam

Police resolve assault case involving teen with disabilities in Belaga

KAPIT: Police have confirmed that the case involving a teenager with disabilities who was allegedly assaulted by a group of youths in Sungai Asap, Belaga has been amicably resolved. Belaga police chief DSP Jimbai Bala said the incident gained public attention after a video and several photos showing the teenager being assaulted went viral on… Continue reading Police resolve assault case involving teen with disabilities in Belaga

Corporate figure to be new Terengganu FC CEO this season

TERENGGANU FC (TFC) will be led by a corporate figure as chief executive officer (CEO) this season. Terengganu Football Association (PBSNT) chairman Hishamuddin Abdul Karim said the state FA has compiled a shortlist of several suitable candidates to lead the club, in line with the full privatisation plan for the club to move towards professional… Continue reading Corporate figure to be new Terengganu FC CEO this season

Gig workers bill to be tabled in parliament by September, says Ahmad Zahid

BANGI: The Gig Workers Bill, a pioneering legislation designed to safeguard gig economy workers in Malaysia, is expected to be tabled in Parliament by August or September, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced today. Speaking after the Sharing Economy and Gig Industry Roundtable Session, Ahmad Zahid highlighted that the bill would… Continue reading Gig workers bill to be tabled in parliament by September, says Ahmad Zahid

Dr Zaliha gesa henti EOT tanpa alasan munasabah untuk projek lewat

LABUAN: Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Wilayah Persekutuan) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa menyeru semua agensi pelaksana di Wilayah Persekutuan menghentikan amalan tidak sihat memberikan had lanjutan masa (EOT) tanpa alasan kukuh kepada projek pembangunan yang lewat siap. Beliau menekankan perkara itu ketika mempengerusikan Mesyuarat Majlis Tindakan Pembangunan Wilayah Persekutuan di Putrajaya hari ini. Projek… Continue reading Dr Zaliha gesa henti EOT tanpa alasan munasabah untuk projek lewat
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MYNIC dan SSM lancar inisiatif pendaftaran domain .COM.MY

PUTRAJAYA: MYNIC Bhd, sebuah agensi di bawah Kementerian Digital, hari ini melancarkan inisiatif pendaftaran nama domain .COM.MY secara bersepadu melalui kerjasama dengan Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM). Inisiatif ini bertujuan memudahkan perniagaan baharu yang berdaftar dengan SSM untuk mendapatkan nama domain .COM.MY dengan lebih cepat dan efisien. Langkah ini diharap dapat memperkukuh kehadiran digital perniagaan tempatan… Continue reading MYNIC dan SSM lancar inisiatif pendaftaran domain .COM.MY
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KDN bentang pindaan Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 di Parlimen Julai ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Kementerian Dalam Negeri (KDN) akan membentangkan pindaan terhadap Seksyen 11 Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 dalam sidang Parlimen bulan ini, menurut Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Beliau menegaskan bahawa Kerajaan MADANI komited memastikan hak rakyat untuk berhimpun secara aman dipelihara selaras dengan prinsip demokrasi dan keluhuran Perlembagaan. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri… Continue reading KDN bentang pindaan Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 di Parlimen Julai ini
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Notis tali pinggang keledar ditampal di bas ekspres mulai hari ini

KUALA LUMPUR: Pengusaha bas ekspres kini mengambil langkah proaktif dengan menampal notis peringatan di pintu bas bagi mengingatkan penumpang tentang kewajipan memakai tali pinggang keledar. Arahan ini berkuat kuasa hari ini selepas pengumuman Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ) yang membolehkan denda RM300 dikenakan terhadap mereka yang melanggar peraturan. Pemandu bas ekspres Umar Abdullah, 43, berkata pihak… Continue reading Notis tali pinggang keledar ditampal di bas ekspres mulai hari ini
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Over 5,000 fake guns seized in raids in three states

KUALA LUMPUR: Polcie seized more than 5,000 imitation firearms in simultaneous raids on seven premises in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Johor yesterday, arresting six individuals, including four foreign nationals. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order Department (JKDNKA) director, Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim said the operation was carried out by the Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special… Continue reading Over 5,000 fake guns seized in raids in three states

New medical law reforms take effect in Malaysia to boost governance

PUTRAJAYA: The Medical (Amendment) Act 2024 and Medical (Amendment) Regulations 2025 officially came into force today, marking a major step in the Ministry of Health’s (MOH) push for improved governance and transparency in the medical sector. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that the amendments create a structured legal framework for specialist recognition,… Continue reading New medical law reforms take effect in Malaysia to boost governance

Italian Cocciaretto stuns Pegula in big Wimbledon upset

FRESH off a title in Bad Homburg and tipped for a deep run at Wimbledon, world number three Jessica Pegula suffered a shock first-round exit on Tuesday, dismantled 6-2 6-3 by unheralded Italian Elisabetta Cocciaretto. It was a meek surrender from Pegula, who looked out of sorts from the outset on Court Two. She landed… Continue reading Italian Cocciaretto stuns Pegula in big Wimbledon upset

Temperature records broken in Spain and Portugal

LISBON: Portugal recorded its highest-ever single-day temperature in June — 46.6 degrees Celsius — while last month was the hottest in Spain, the countries’ weather services said Tuesday. The IPMA agency said the record temperature — the equivalent of 115.9 degrees Fahrenheit — was registered on Sunday at Mora, about 100 kilometres (60 miles) east… Continue reading Temperature records broken in Spain and Portugal

Besiktas says ‘in talks’ to sign Tammy Abraham

TURKISH giants Besiktas on Tuesday said they were entering talks to sign English striker Tammy Abraham who is currently under contract with Serie A side AS Roma. “Negotiations have begun with the player and his club AS Roma SPA regarding the transfer of professional football player Kevin Oghenetega Tamaraebi Bakumo-Abraham,“ the Istanbul club said in… Continue reading Besiktas says ‘in talks’ to sign Tammy Abraham

Italy boosts legal work visas, as union says policy falls short

ROME: Italy’s hard-right government has agreed to issue 500,000 visas for non-EU workers over the next three years, but a top trade union warned Tuesday that only structural change would tackle labour shortages. The government of far-right Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said a total of 497,550 workers would be allowed in over the 2026-2028 period,… Continue reading Italy boosts legal work visas, as union says policy falls short

Police bust ecstasy-laced juice labs in KL and Selangor

SHAH ALAM: Police have shut down two drug-processing laboratories in a major crackdown on a syndicate producing ecstasy-laced juice, seizing narcotics worth RM5.03 million. The raids, conducted on June 26 in Ampang, Selangor, and Pandan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, led to the arrest of 13 suspects. Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan revealed that the… Continue reading Police bust ecstasy-laced juice labs in KL and Selangor

World will have to learn to live with heatwaves: UN

GENEVA: The world will have to learn to live with heatwaves, the United Nations’ weather and climate agency said Tuesday, as much of Europe roasted in high summer temperatures. The World Meteorological Organization said that in future, people could expect heatwaves to occur more often and be more intense because of human-induced climate change. WMO… Continue reading World will have to learn to live with heatwaves: UN

UN says Iran aid budget will need to double post-war

GENEVA: The most senior UN official in Iran said Tuesday the organisation’s humanitarian and development aid budget to the country would need to be doubled following the war with Israel. Stefan Priesner, the UN resident coordinator in Iran, said he hoped the international community would step up with more funding. “We are now doing the… Continue reading UN says Iran aid budget will need to double post-war

Five arrested, RM4 million in untaxed cigarettes and alcohol seized in Kuching

KUALA LUMPUR: Police arrested five men in Kuching yesterday for suspected involvement in smuggling untaxed cigarettes and alcohol, with seizures exceeding RM4 million. The operation was led by Bukit Aman’s Wildlife Crime Bureau/Special Intelligence (WCB/PSK) alongside the Sarawak General Operations Force under Op Taring 1 and 2. Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Internal Security and Public… Continue reading Five arrested, RM4 million in untaxed cigarettes and alcohol seized in Kuching

Kremlin slams Azerbaijan’s detention of Russian journalists

MOSCOW: The Kremlin on Tuesday slammed Azerbaijan’s detention of Russian journalists and urged Baku to release them, further escalating a diplomatic rift between the ex-Soviet neighbours. Moscow and Baku been been embroiled in a spat after two ethnic Azerbaijanis died over the weekend following Russian police raids targeted at the diaspora in Yekaterinburg in a… Continue reading Kremlin slams Azerbaijan’s detention of Russian journalists

222 HIV cases among Malaysian IPT students in 2023, says deputy minister

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 222 HIV infections were identified among students in higher learning institutions (IPT) last year, including individuals aged 18 and 19, according to Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni. He disclosed that between 2020 and 2024, 1,091 HIV cases were recorded among IPT students. “This suggests that high-risk activities occurred… Continue reading 222 HIV cases among Malaysian IPT students in 2023, says deputy minister

Lima termasuk Datuk didakwa terima deposit haram jutaan ringgit

SHAH ALAM: Lima individu termasuk seorang wanita bergelar Datuk didakwa di Mahkamah Sesyen di sini hari ini atas pertuduhan menerima deposit tanpa lesen dan pengubahan wang haram bernilai jutaan ringgit antara 2021 hingga 2024. Kesemua tertuduh iaitu Datuk Suhaila Semaru, 41; adiknya Suraya, 37; Muhammad Wahbah Az-Zuhaili Mohd Ariffin, 33; Muhammad Syaabil Ajwad, 26; dan… Continue reading Lima termasuk Datuk didakwa terima deposit haram jutaan ringgit
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Mahkamah Persekutuan putuskan Seksyen 9(5) Akta Perhimpunan Aman tidak berperlembagaan

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Persekutuan hari ini memutuskan bahawa Seksyen 9(5) Akta Perhimpunan Aman 2012 (PAA) yang mewajibkan penganjur perhimpunan memberi notis lima hari lebih awal kepada polis adalah tidak berperlembagaan. Ketua Hakim Negara Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat menyatakan bahawa peruntukan itu bercanggah dengan Perkara 10(2)(b) Perlembagaan Persekutuan yang menjamin kebebasan berhimpun. “Kami mendapati subseksyen 9(5)… Continue reading Mahkamah Persekutuan putuskan Seksyen 9(5) Akta Perhimpunan Aman tidak berperlembagaan
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Abdul Rashid Hussain named IIUM’s 10th president effective today

KUALA LUMPUR: Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain, chairman of Tabung Haji’s board of directors, has been appointed as the 10th president of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) for a three-year term starting today. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) confirmed the appointment in a statement, noting that IIUM’s Constitutional Head, Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku… Continue reading Abdul Rashid Hussain named IIUM’s 10th president effective today

Polis tahan lima lelaki seludup rokok, arak di Sarawak

KUALA LUMPUR: Polis menahan lima lelaki, termasuk seorang warga asing, disyaki terlibat dalam penyeludupan rokok dan minuman keras tanpa kastam di Kuching, Sarawak. Pengarah JKDNKA Bukit Aman Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim berkata kesemua suspek berusia 19 hingga 30 tahun ditahan dalam Operasi Taring 1 dan 2. Rampasan melibatkan 31,740 liter minuman keras, 280,000 batang… Continue reading Polis tahan lima lelaki seludup rokok, arak di Sarawak
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KPKT peruntuk RM165,000 baik pulih rumah di Jasin

JASIN: Kementerian Pembangunan Kerajaan Tempatan (KPKT) memperuntukkan RM165,000 untuk Program Baik Pulih Rumah bawah Program Pembasmian Kemiskinan Bandar (PPKB) di DUN Bemban. Exco negeri Datuk Rais Yasin berkata, peruntukan itu melibatkan pembaikan empat rumah dengan kos RM20,000 setiap satu. Satu rumah lagi dibina semula dengan kos RM85,000 selepas rosak akibat bencana. Setiap kerosakan dinilai oleh… Continue reading KPKT peruntuk RM165,000 baik pulih rumah di Jasin
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Lima kereta musnah terbakar di hadapan rumah di Shah Alam

SHAH ALAM: Lima kenderaan musnah terbakar di hadapan sebuah rumah di Taman Tropicana Aman, Telok Panglima Garang, pagi tadi. Kejadian itu dilaporkan kepada Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JBPM) Selangor pada jam 6.44 pagi. Menurut Penolong Pengarah Bahagian Operasi JBPM Selangor, Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar, pasukan bomba tiba di lokasi dan mendapati lima kereta pelbagai jenis… Continue reading Lima kereta musnah terbakar di hadapan rumah di Shah Alam
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Keluarga selesaikan insiden remaja OKU dipukul di Belaga secara baik

KAPIT: Polis mengesahkan insiden viral membabitkan seorang remaja orang kurang upaya (OKU) yang dipukul sekumpulan remaja di Sungai Asap, Belaga telah diselesaikan secara baik oleh kedua-dua pihak. Ketua Polis Daerah Belaga DSP Jimbai Bala berkata kejadian itu mula mendapat perhatian selepas satu rakaman video dan gambar memaparkan seorang remaja lelaki dipukul dimuat naik di laman… Continue reading Keluarga selesaikan insiden remaja OKU dipukul di Belaga secara baik
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RUU pekerja gig akan dibentang di Parlimen Ogos atau September ini

BANGI: Rang Undang-Undang (RUU) Pekerja Gig dijangka dibentang di Parlimen seawal Ogos atau September ini, menurut Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. RUU ini merupakan akta pertama di Malaysia yang khusus untuk industri ekonomi gig dan dianggap sebagai yang pertama seumpamanya di dunia. Ahmad Zahid menegaskan bahawa langkah ini penting bagi melindungi… Continue reading RUU pekerja gig akan dibentang di Parlimen Ogos atau September ini
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Police bust illegal vape drug lab in Ampang, seize RM21.85m narcotics

SHAH ALAM: Police have dismantled an illegal drug-processing laboratory used to manufacture narcotics-laced vape liquids, seizing drugs worth RM21.85 million in two raids on condominium units in Ampang on June 25. Selangor Police Chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan confirmed the arrests of four individuals in the first raid, including three foreigners (two men and a… Continue reading Police bust illegal vape drug lab in Ampang, seize RM21.85m narcotics

Mahkamah Persekutuan tolak bantahan Najib dalam kes dokumen tambahan

PUTRAJAYA: Mahkamah Persekutuan hari ini menolak bantahan awal yang dikemukakan oleh bekas Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Najib Razak, berhubung rayuan Peguam Negara mengenai dokumen tambahan yang didakwa membolehkannya menjalani hukuman penjara di rumah. Panel tiga hakim yang diketuai Hakim Besar Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim memutuskan bahawa tujuh persoalan undang-undang yang dibangkitkan Peguam Negara… Continue reading Mahkamah Persekutuan tolak bantahan Najib dalam kes dokumen tambahan
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Poland says to impose checks on German border to stop irregular migrants

WARSAW: Poland on Tuesday said it will impose temporary checks from July 7 on its borders with Germany and Lithuania to stop irregular migrants crossing — a sensitive topic in ties with Berlin. “We consider the temporary restoration of controls at the Polish-German border necessary to limit and reduce to a minimum the uncontrolled flows…… Continue reading Poland says to impose checks on German border to stop irregular migrants

UK arrests three in Lucy Letby hospital probe

LONDON: British police on Tuesday said they had arrested three senior staff at the hospital where nurse Lucy Letby was found to have murdered seven babies, on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. Police launched a probe at the Countess of Chester Hospital (CoCH) in northwest England in 2023 after Letby was convicted and jailed for… Continue reading UK arrests three in Lucy Letby hospital probe

Mention of MACC’s Ilham Tower forfeiture application set for Aug 6

KUALA LUMPUR: The mention of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) forfeiture application for Ilham Tower, owned by the family of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, has been fixed for Aug 6 at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. In a statement, the MACC said the application was filed on May 25 under Section 56 of the… Continue reading Mention of MACC’s Ilham Tower forfeiture application set for Aug 6

Kurdish PKK fighters to destroy weapons in ‘goodwill’ act: commanders

SULAIMANIYAH: Fighters from the Kurdistan Workers’ Party will soon destroy their weapons as a “goodwill gesture” to signal their commitment to disarming after decades of conflict with Turkey, two commanders said. The planned disarmament marks a turning point in the militant group’s transition from armed insurgency to political negotiation, as part of a broader effort… Continue reading Kurdish PKK fighters to destroy weapons in ‘goodwill’ act: commanders

Traffic disruptions due to 58th AMM expected to begin from Friday

KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow in several locations in Kuala Lumpur are expected to face disruptions during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (58th AMM) scheduled to take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from July 8 to 11. The ASEAN Main Logistics Secretariat, Foreign Ministry said that traffic disruptions are expected to begin… Continue reading Traffic disruptions due to 58th AMM expected to begin from Friday

Youth involvement in Perlis agricultural sector too low – Chief Statistician

KANGAR: The involvement of young people in the agricultural sector in Perlis is still very low, raising concerns about the sustainability of the sector in the future, said Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin. Mohd Uzir said that based on the findings of the 2024 Agricultural Census in the state, only 399 young… Continue reading Youth involvement in Perlis agricultural sector too low – Chief Statistician