Selangor police reject witness tampering allegations in celebrity drug probe Posted on December 21, 2024 By serv SHAH ALAM, Dec 20 — The police have denied allegations of witness tampering in a drug case involving a celebrity who was arrested in Sepang on Dec 14. Selangor Deputy Police Chief Datuk S. Sasikaladevi said investigations on the matter had been conducted transparently in accordance with legal provisions. “The investigation paper was submitted to the Deputy Public Prosecutor on Dec 19 and instructions were received to proceed with charges under Section 6, punishable under Section 39A(2) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952,” she said in a statement today. She added that the suspect was brought to court earlier today to face the charges. Sasikaladevi stressed that unverified claims could cause confusion among the public and reminded everyone not to spread unsubstantiated information. — Bernama News
Wisma Putra: Govt monitors safety of 42 Malaysians in Syria, ensures consular support Posted on December 9, 2024 PUTRAJAYA, Dec 8 — Malaysia is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria and its potential implications for regional stability. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry stated that, through the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria, it is actively communicating with Malaysians in Syria. “As of now, all 37 registered… Read More
No Cabinet, GLC posts for MCA? It’s fine — we want to provide checks and balances, says Wee Posted on December 8, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 — MCA president Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said that the party is fine with not being given any ministerial positions in the unity government and government-linked companies (GLCs). The MCA president underscored that MCA was principled and capable of upholding democracy by ensuring checks and… Read More
Worsening floods hit eight states, nearly 100,000 displaced as Kelantan and Terengganu endure worst impact Posted on November 30, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 — The flood situation in eight states has continued to deteriorate, with the total number of evacuees at temporary relief centres (PPS) nationwide rising to 96,883 as of 4 pm today. Kelantan remains the worst-hit state, with 65,993 evacuees housed in 244 PPS across 10 districts,… Read More