Round-the-clock breaking news from Malaysia.
Bukit Bendera member of parliament Syerleena Abdul Rashid has strongly condemned the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded a transparent, independent inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has dismissed suggestions that the public release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report was timed for electoral advantage, stating the Cabinet unanimously approved disclosure to enable parliamentary debate and enforcement action.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his apology to the Indian community over an inappropriate term he used at a university forum, emphasizing that admitting mistakes reflects leadership sincerity rather than weakness.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a special Parliament sitting to debate the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report at the earliest opportunity, subject to approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's financial crisis, which exposed a RM10.9 billion deficit gap. The report, covering 2014-2020, will be debated in Parliament as enforcement agencies investigate findings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that officials responsible for alleged losses and misuse of power at Tabung Haji will not escape accountability, with investigations and prosecution to proceed where evidence warrants.
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following sustained youth-led protests against exam paper leaks and calls for education system overhaul, signalling political pressure on the Modi government.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is pushing for accelerated implementation of seven support initiatives for Felda settlers, requesting monthly progress updates to prevent further delays in housing and assistance programmes.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to be released publicly, emphasising transparency principles. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated the report would be made available soon.
A person wounded during a May shootout between US Secret Service agents and an armed individual outside the White House is pursuing legal action against the federal agency, with lawyers set to file the personal injury lawsuit.
Malaysia's retirement fund KWAP faces scrutiny over substantial losses in Indonesian start-up eFishery. Conflicting loss figures and questions about due diligence controls demand transparency from the Finance Ministry and parliamentary investigation.
A parliamentary committee has uncovered that RM10.879 billion in cooking oil subsidies failed to reach intended recipients since 2019, raising serious concerns about government oversight and subsidy management effectiveness.
Malaysia's Law Minister says the government takes corporate mafia allegations seriously and will consider establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry if warranted by findings from ongoing investigations.
Thailand plans to suspend nearly 6,000 civil servants implicated in a major exam fraud scandal. The widening investigation has already led to three arrests and raises concerns about bureaucratic integrity across Southeast Asia.
A High Court judge has awarded RM40,000 compensation to a man whose 'MADANI' number plate proposal was rejected by JPJ's director-general. The ruling highlights procedural failings in government decision-making processes.
Nepal's court has convicted two former ministers for orchestrating a scheme to falsify refugee documents, allowing Nepali citizens to resettle in Western countries under false pretences. The scandal reflects broader governance challenges in South Asia.
Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has drawn criticism after his wife and daughter were included in an official ministry delegation to a UN meeting in New York, raising transparency concerns despite assurances that no state funds would cover their costs.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed social media claims that he purchased a new BMW for personal use, stating the vehicle is an old government asset designated for official logistics and not a recent acquisition.
The MACC has launched a sweeping investigation into the PERKESO Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, opening 81 cases against 143 companies and detaining 98 individuals over false incentive claims totalling an estimated RM9 million.
Former finance minister Tengku Zafrul has testified that the Cabinet first discussed Jana Wibawa during a November 2020 meeting chaired by then-prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin, providing key evidence in ongoing proceedings.
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A senior Royal Malaysian Customs Department official has denied bribery allegations involving RM15,000 in a Shah Alam court proceeding, maintaining his innocence against the corruption charge.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed Bumiputera development agencies to cease approving loans based solely on endorsement letters, citing widespread misuse of startup funding on luxury goods and lavish office spaces.
Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has emphasized that effective road maintenance requires commitment from elected representatives, local authorities, and government agencies working in tandem to resolve infrastructure issues.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a senior enforcement officer on suspicion of accepting a RM50,000 bribe. The suspect is being held for three days as investigations continue.