KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Lawyers for Liberty co-founder Latheefa Koya has expressed dismay over the Pontian Municipal Council’s move to shutter a private dental clinic for 30 days after it was found flying the Jalur Gemilang upside down.The former MACC chief commissioner slammed the Johor local authority’s move as “arbitrary and high-handed”, cautioning that this could lead to the public developing negative connotations of the national flag.“It’s ridiculous to close the premises because of the flag error; the error is unconnected and incommensurate with the closure punishment,” she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional’s move to team up with 12 other parties has reignited debate over whether such alliances can deliver meaningful reform, or, in the words of Rafizi Ramli, who drew from experience, end up becoming a “business as usual” government.The Pandan lawmaker also pointed out that behind their current unity, there is little ideological similarity binding their struggle.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Lawyers for Liberty co-founder Latheefa Koya has expressed dismay over the Pontian Municipal Council’s move to shutter a private dental clinic for 30 days after it was found flying the Jalur Gemilang upside down.The former MACC chief commissioner slammed the Johor local authority’s move as “arbitrary and high-handed”, cautioning that this could lead to the public developing negative connotations of the national flag.“It’s ridiculous to close the premises because of the flag error; the error is unconnected and incommensurate with the closure punishment,” she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional’s move to team up with 12 other parties has reignited debate over whether such alliances can deliver meaningful reform, or, in the words of Rafizi Ramli, who drew from experience, end up becoming a “business as usual” government.The Pandan lawmaker also pointed out that behind their current unity, there is little ideological similarity binding their struggle.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Latheefa slams clinic closure over flag blunder; Rafizi responds to opposition alliance

The government is considering action against individuals behind attempts to incite Tabung Haji (TH) depositors to close their accounts with the religious institution.According to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar, several such videos have been circulated on social media platforms recently.This followed a RM5.9 million rebranding exercise by TH, which several quarters had raised issues with, as it was allegedly awarded via direct negotiation to a non-Muslim business venture.

The government is considering action against individuals behind attempts to incite Tabung Haji (TH) depositors to close their accounts with the religious institution.According to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar, several such videos have been circulated on social media platforms recently.This followed a RM5.9 million rebranding exercise by TH, which several quarters had raised issues with, as it was allegedly awarded via direct negotiation to a non-Muslim business venture.

Reports lodged on videos tarnishing Tabung Haji's image - Na'im

Perikatan Nasional is mulling actions against speaker Johari Abdul for allegedly stalking via "hidden cameras and microphones" in the Dewan Rakyat.Speaking during the opposition's weekly press conference in Parliament, the opposition chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan cited Johari's remarks on Monday when he delivered a ruling to suspend Pendang MP Awang Hashim for 10 days based on "evidence" obtained through the devices."So for us, this is in conflict with the existing rules. And this amounts to a criminal offence under Section 507A - stalking," he said.Takiyuddin also cited a separate remark by Johari, which he accused of being "sexist", during Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek's winding-up speech yesterday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/wAtfsYKSe0k?feature=shared

Perikatan Nasional is mulling actions against speaker Johari Abdul for allegedly stalking via "hidden cameras and microphones" in the Dewan Rakyat.Speaking during the opposition's weekly press conference in Parliament, the opposition chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan cited Johari's remarks on Monday when he delivered a ruling to suspend Pendang MP Awang Hashim for 10 days based on "evidence" obtained through the devices."So for us, this is in conflict with the existing rules. And this amounts to a criminal offence under Section 507A - stalking," he said.Takiyuddin also cited a separate remark by Johari, which he accused of being "sexist", during Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek's winding-up speech yesterday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/wAtfsYKSe0k?feature=shared

PN mulls action against speaker over alleged 'stalking' and 'sexist' remarks

Perikatan Nasional’s move to team up with 12 other parties has reignited debate over whether such alliances can deliver meaningful reform, or, in the words of Rafizi Ramli, who drew from experience, end up becoming a “business as usual” government.Rafizi also pointed out that the outcome of the next general election also depended on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his Madani administration.As for PN’s loose coalition, the Pandan lawmaker pointed out that the real test of this coalition is not about uniting to fight Anwar, but if it wins the next general election.

Perikatan Nasional’s move to team up with 12 other parties has reignited debate over whether such alliances can deliver meaningful reform, or, in the words of Rafizi Ramli, who drew from experience, end up becoming a “business as usual” government.Rafizi also pointed out that the outcome of the next general election also depended on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his Madani administration.As for PN’s loose coalition, the Pandan lawmaker pointed out that the real test of this coalition is not about uniting to fight Anwar, but if it wins the next general election.

Rafizi: Real test for Muhyiddin’s coalition isn’t just about uniting against Anwar

A group of students held a protest outside the Education Ministry in Putrajaya today.The group handed a memorandum with several demands related to recent bullying incidents in schools.

A group of students held a protest outside the Education Ministry in Putrajaya today.The group handed a memorandum with several demands related to recent bullying incidents in schools.

Students hold protest outside MOE over bullying cases

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin would also have to apologise for allegedly making slanderous remarks against the government.“These claims include that the government is cruel and that it did not allocate funds for Kelantan, and a hundred more such claims,” he said.Last week, Anwar said he was willing to apologise to Muhyiddin for alleging the latter defended subsidies for foreigners but was still waiting for the MCMC to determine whether the source of information he had cited was false.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin would also have to apologise for allegedly making slanderous remarks against the government.“These claims include that the government is cruel and that it did not allocate funds for Kelantan, and a hundred more such claims,” he said.Last week, Anwar said he was willing to apologise to Muhyiddin for alleging the latter defended subsidies for foreigners but was still waiting for the MCMC to determine whether the source of information he had cited was false.

Anwar: Muhyiddin should apologise over claims against the govt

Despite a last-minute change of venue and heavy rain, the “Justice For Zara” solidarity rally last night managed to gather about 5,000 people at Padang Awam Cenderawasih in Kuantan, Pahang.The event was originally planned to take place at Dataran Serambi Teruntum, but the Kuantan City Council (MBK) rejected organiser Pertubuhan Kebajikan Prihatin Semambu’s application without stating a reason.

Despite a last-minute change of venue and heavy rain, the “Justice For Zara” solidarity rally last night managed to gather about 5,000 people at Padang Awam Cenderawasih in Kuantan, Pahang.The event was originally planned to take place at Dataran Serambi Teruntum, but the Kuantan City Council (MBK) rejected organiser Pertubuhan Kebajikan Prihatin Semambu’s application without stating a reason.

Over 5,000 people attend rally in Pahang to demand justice for Zara

Pontian MP Ahmad Maslan has called for calm after the discovery of another “upside-down flag” incident, this time at a dental clinic in his constituency.The deputy works minister said the mistake has been corrected, and relevant authorities are taking appropriate action.

Pontian MP Ahmad Maslan has called for calm after the discovery of another “upside-down flag” incident, this time at a dental clinic in his constituency.The deputy works minister said the mistake has been corrected, and relevant authorities are taking appropriate action.

Ahmad Maslan calls for calm over upside-down flag in Pontian

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan was arrested, detained for about six hours and released on police bail at midnight over an incident during a memorandum handover outside Parliament on Aug 13.He was freed after being questioned at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters, Kuala Lumpur.

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan was arrested, detained for about six hours and released on police bail at midnight over an incident during a memorandum handover outside Parliament on Aug 13.He was freed after being questioned at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters, Kuala Lumpur.

PSM deputy chairperson released on police bail

An opposition MP today called out the police for trying to mediate bullying cases instead of investigating incidents reported to them.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman (Muda-Muar) told Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to stop such practice, saying it would only perpetuate the bully culture.He cited a recent case in Johor, where a mother claimed that police officers refused to launch an investigation into her son's bullying case.

An opposition MP today called out the police for trying to mediate bullying cases instead of investigating incidents reported to them.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman (Muda-Muar) told Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to stop such practice, saying it would only perpetuate the bully culture.He cited a recent case in Johor, where a mother claimed that police officers refused to launch an investigation into her son's bullying case.

Police should stop trying to mediate bullying cases, says Syed Saddiq

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has disclosed that the whistleblower meeting he attended - a week before his son was attacked - centred on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s former aide Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak.Previously, Rafizi only said the meeting involved a “certain individual”, but he has now revealed further details after attempts were made to link the attack to former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin, under the claim that he was investigating cases tied to them.The PKR lawmaker slammed this as a “malicious attempt to divert attention”.Meanwhile, in a separate story, five teenagers accused of bullying 13-year-old schoolgirl Zara Qairina Mahathir have claimed trial at the Kota Kinabalu Children's Court today.The group appeared before judge Elsie Primus and faced charges under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code, read with Section 34, for allegedly making threatening or insulting communications with common intention.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has disclosed that the whistleblower meeting he attended - a week before his son was attacked - centred on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s former aide Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak.Previously, Rafizi only said the meeting involved a “certain individual”, but he has now revealed further details after attempts were made to link the attack to former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin, under the claim that he was investigating cases tied to them.The PKR lawmaker slammed this as a “malicious attempt to divert attention”.Meanwhile, in a separate story, five teenagers accused of bullying 13-year-old schoolgirl Zara Qairina Mahathir have claimed trial at the Kota Kinabalu Children's Court today.The group appeared before judge Elsie Primus and faced charges under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code, read with Section 34, for allegedly making threatening or insulting communications with common intention.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Whistleblower meeting was about Farhash, says Rafizi; 5 teens claim trial in Zara case

Opposition lawmakers have reiterated calls for Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek to resign, citing her failure to address concerns on bullying in schools during her winding-up speech on the 13th Malaysia Plan.In a press conference following the minister’s speech, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden criticised Fadhlina for not touching on the matter, despite Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul’s offer for extra time.

Opposition lawmakers have reiterated calls for Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek to resign, citing her failure to address concerns on bullying in schools during her winding-up speech on the 13th Malaysia Plan.In a press conference following the minister’s speech, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden criticised Fadhlina for not touching on the matter, despite Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul’s offer for extra time.

[Full video] MPs hits out at Fadhlina for not addressing school bullying in 13MP wrap-up

A government MP today urged the Communication Ministry to explain to the public why the media could not publish the names of five teenagers who were charged with bullying Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Bung Moktar Radin (BN-Kinabatangan) said he was concerned as there were netizens who could not understand why the suspects' names could not be revealed to the public."So it is the responsibility of the ministry to inform the public that the law does not permit it," Bung said when interjecting Communication Minister Fahmi Fadzil (Harapan-Lembah Pantai), who was delivering his winding-up speech on the 13th Malaysia Plan proposal.

A government MP today urged the Communication Ministry to explain to the public why the media could not publish the names of five teenagers who were charged with bullying Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Bung Moktar Radin (BN-Kinabatangan) said he was concerned as there were netizens who could not understand why the suspects' names could not be revealed to the public."So it is the responsibility of the ministry to inform the public that the law does not permit it," Bung said when interjecting Communication Minister Fahmi Fadzil (Harapan-Lembah Pantai), who was delivering his winding-up speech on the 13th Malaysia Plan proposal.

Bung calls on ministry to explain why suspects' names in Zara's case withheld

Five teenagers accused of bullying 13-year-old schoolgirl Zara Qairina Mahathir have claimed trial at the Juvenile Court in Kota Kinabalu today.The group appeared before judge Elsie Primus and faced charges under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code, read with Section 34, for allegedly making threatening or insulting communications with common intention.They face up to one year in prison, a fine, or both.

Five teenagers accused of bullying 13-year-old schoolgirl Zara Qairina Mahathir have claimed trial at the Juvenile Court in Kota Kinabalu today.The group appeared before judge Elsie Primus and faced charges under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code, read with Section 34, for allegedly making threatening or insulting communications with common intention.They face up to one year in prison, a fine, or both.

Five teenagers claim trial in Zara Qairina bullying case

Bersatu Youth chief Hilman Idham has claimed trial to a charge of making a statement with the intent to cause fear or alarm to the public.This is related to an alleged warning he made to the home minister that detaining opposition leaders would bring down the government, linked to the arrest of Bersatu members after last month’s “Turun Anwar” rally in Kuala Lumpur.He was charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code before magistrate Amira Abd Aziz in Kuala Lumpur this morning and faces a maximum jail term of two years or a fine.

Bersatu Youth chief Hilman Idham has claimed trial to a charge of making a statement with the intent to cause fear or alarm to the public.This is related to an alleged warning he made to the home minister that detaining opposition leaders would bring down the government, linked to the arrest of Bersatu members after last month’s “Turun Anwar” rally in Kuala Lumpur.He was charged under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code before magistrate Amira Abd Aziz in Kuala Lumpur this morning and faces a maximum jail term of two years or a fine.

'I will fight' - Hilman claims trial to charge of making a statement threatening public order

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court has reportedly acquitted Segambut Bersatu deputy division chief Adam Radlan Adam Muhammad of five corruption charges and seven money laundering counts linked to the Jana Wibawa programme.This came after the politician paid a compound of RM4.1 million on Monday.Public prosecutor Farah Yasmin Salleh reportedly told judge Suzana Hussin that the prosecution had accepted Adam’s representation letter, where he offered to pay the compound under Section 92(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act (Amlatfapuaa).

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court has reportedly acquitted Segambut Bersatu deputy division chief Adam Radlan Adam Muhammad of five corruption charges and seven money laundering counts linked to the Jana Wibawa programme.This came after the politician paid a compound of RM4.1 million on Monday.Public prosecutor Farah Yasmin Salleh reportedly told judge Suzana Hussin that the prosecution had accepted Adam’s representation letter, where he offered to pay the compound under Section 92(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act (Amlatfapuaa).

Jana Wibawa case: Bersatu leader cleared of graft charges after paying RM4.1m compound

A Pejuang leader has challenged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to let MACC order asset declarations on certain individuals who got rich after he came to power.This followed Anwar's statement in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, where he said MACC could only prosecute two out of eight Sabah state assemblypersons implicated in the mining licence corruption scandal because they need a "strong case" in court.

A Pejuang leader has challenged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to let MACC order asset declarations on certain individuals who got rich after he came to power.This followed Anwar's statement in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, where he said MACC could only prosecute two out of eight Sabah state assemblypersons implicated in the mining licence corruption scandal because they need a "strong case" in court.

Let MACC order asset declarations on all the 'suddenly rich', Pejuang leader tells PM

The Attorney-General’s Chambers has announced plans to file charges against Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Bersatu Youth chief Hilman Idham for allegedly threatening public order, along with two other individuals.It said the charge against Akmal is for a Facebook post that he allegedly made, while Hilman will be charged over a statement allegedly made on TikTok. Both charges will be framed under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code.It said the statements made by these individuals were found to have threatened public order or amounted to an improper use of network facilities or network services.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers has announced plans to file charges against Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Bersatu Youth chief Hilman Idham for allegedly threatening public order, along with two other individuals.It said the charge against Akmal is for a Facebook post that he allegedly made, while Hilman will be charged over a statement allegedly made on TikTok. Both charges will be framed under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code.It said the statements made by these individuals were found to have threatened public order or amounted to an improper use of network facilities or network services.

Akmal to face charges for 'threatening public order'

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal joked in Parliament that the Rafflesia flower should be renamed after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in conjunction with Merdeka.He argued the flower deserves a “better” name and noted that Rafflesia was named after colonial figure Stamford Raffles. Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) Minister Johari Ghani responded that the cabinet could consider the proposal if a new name is suggested.

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal joked in Parliament that the Rafflesia flower should be renamed after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in conjunction with Merdeka. He argued the flower deserves a “better” name and noted that Rafflesia was named after colonial figure Stamford Raffles. Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) Minister Johari Ghani responded that the cabinet could consider the proposal if a new name is suggested.

MP jokes about renaming Rafflesia the ‘Anwar Ibrahim' flower

KiniNews is now also available at:  Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ   Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC -Politicians pose the biggest threat to the judiciary, said former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat today.At the Allianz Centre for Governance’s Distinguished Speaker Series, she noted she never faced political interference during her time as a High Court or Court of Appeal judge.Meanwhile, the family of deceased Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir wants the five teenagers who allegedly bullied her to be charged with a more serious offence.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC -Politicians pose the biggest threat to the judiciary, said former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat today.At the Allianz Centre for Governance’s Distinguished Speaker Series, she noted she never faced political interference during her time as a High Court or Court of Appeal judge.Meanwhile, the family of deceased Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir wants the five teenagers who allegedly bullied her to be charged with a more serious offence.___________________📌 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: Politicians the biggest threat to Constitution, says ex-Chief Justice

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) has reiterated his warning against alleged “unhappiness” from the Japanese government over Malaysia’s expansion of the “Look East” policy to also include China.Wan Fayhsal, who interjected International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s winding-up speech, said he had also raised similar concerns during Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan’s winding-up speech earlier.

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) has reiterated his warning against alleged “unhappiness” from the Japanese government over Malaysia’s expansion of the “Look East” policy to also include China.Wan Fayhsal, who interjected International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s winding-up speech, said he had also raised similar concerns during Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan’s winding-up speech earlier.

Wan Fayhsal insists Japan 'unhappy' over Putrajaya’s Look East expansion

The government may review the measure to restrict overseas travel for National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who fail to make repayments.Deputy Higher Education Minister Mustapha Sakmud said this in response to a supplementary question from Lim Lip Eng (PHKepong) on whether the government would reinstate restrictions on hardcore defaulters who refuse to repay despite having the means to do so.

The government may review the measure to restrict overseas travel for National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who fail to make repayments.Deputy Higher Education Minister Mustapha Sakmud said this in response to a supplementary question from Lim Lip Eng (PHKepong) on whether the government would reinstate restrictions on hardcore defaulters who refuse to repay despite having the means to do so.

Govt may review restriction on overseas travel for PTPTN borrowers

A government MP today questioned Malaysia’s decision to invite US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur this October.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Hassan Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) raised his concern over the US president’s role in the ongoing genocide by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza.

A government MP today questioned Malaysia’s decision to invite US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur this October.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Hassan Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) raised his concern over the US president’s role in the ongoing genocide by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza.

Are we going to roll out the red carpet for Trump, Hassan asks

The second phase purchase of Boeing aircraft valued at US$9.5 billion (RM40 billion) will neither impact Malaysia’s debt levels nor affect its fiscal deficit, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.Lim said that the aircraft purchase is part of the plan outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

The second phase purchase of Boeing aircraft valued at US$9.5 billion (RM40 billion) will neither impact Malaysia’s debt levels nor affect its fiscal deficit, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.Lim said that the aircraft purchase is part of the plan outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

US$9.5b Boeing aircraft purchases won't affect national debt 

There should be no significant barriers for police in their efforts to locate M Indira Gandhi’s abducted daughter, stressed former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.Speaking at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun pointed out that the police had shown their competence in handling other cases. 

There should be no significant barriers for police in their efforts to locate M Indira Gandhi’s abducted daughter, stressed former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.Speaking at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun pointed out that the police had shown their competence in handling other cases.

No strong obstacle behind cops' failure to locate Indira's child: ex-CJ

An angry Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak called the opposition "stupid", and said "kepala bapak kau" (literally, "your father's head") in response to their claims that the government had sold Malaysia's sovereignty.Najib, in officiating speech at the 64th MCA annual general assembly, noted that the opposition had vowed to review Putrajaya's joint-venture efforts with China.

An angry Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak called the opposition "stupid", and said "kepala bapak kau" (literally, "your father's head") in response to their claims that the government had sold Malaysia's sovereignty. Najib, in officiating speech at the 64th MCA annual general assembly, noted that the opposition had vowed to review Putrajaya's joint-venture efforts with China.

KiniFlash - 6 Nov: "Kepala bapak kau" - Najib