Ex-research assistant Yusoff Rawther pleads not guilty to cannabis trafficking charges Posted on December 6, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 — A former research assistant to a politician was charged in the High Court here today with trafficking in 305 grams of cannabis on September 6. Muhammed Yusoff Rawther, 31, pleaded not guilty after the charge was re-read to him before Judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin following the transfer of the case to the High Court. The court set December 13 for mention of the case. He was charged with trafficking in the drug at a car park in front of the surau at the Kuala Lumpur Contingent Police Headquarters at 10.15am last September 6. The charge, framed under Section 39B(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952, punishable under Section 39B(2) of the same Act, provides life imprisonment and also a whipping of not less than 12 lashes upon conviction. On October 9, Muhammed Yusoff pleaded not guilty to a charge of possessing two imitation pistols at a roadside near a condominium in Jalan Bukit Kiara here at 9.25am on September 6. The charge, under Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, provides imprisonment for up to one year or a maximum fine of RM5,000 or both if convicted. DPP Mohd Sabri Othman prosecuted while Muhammed Yusoff was represented by lawyer Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali. — Bernama News
Flooded but secure: Kelantan’s safety assured despite nine police stations inundated as military joins relief efforts, says DPM Zahid Posted on November 30, 2024 KOTA BAHRU, Nov 29 — Kelantan’s security has not been compromised even though nine police stations in Pasir Mas and Tumpat were currently affected by floods, according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said all the affected police officers and personnel at the stations have… Read More
FT minister: KLCC photo touts won’t be there if there are no buyers Posted on December 17, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 — Authorities are already acting against the photo touts operating in the vicinity of KLCC but their efforts will not be effective unless the public also play their part, said Dr Zaliha Mustafa. The minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) said she observed during… Read More
Malaysia’s Brics approach targets trade growth and opportunities, Wisma Putra reassures commitment to protect national interests Posted on November 8, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 — The Government will continue to ensure that the nation’s interests are safeguarded and protected in all international organisations it participates in, including BRICS, according to the Foreign Ministry. It said as a trading nation, it is important for Malaysia to maintain good relations with all… Read More