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Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has arrested a suspect linked to allegations that RM300,000 in free home renovations were provided to a former chief operating officer as kickbacks for securing contracts.
Former Klang MP Charles Santiago has called for an independent investigation into a dog's death during an enforcement operation, cautioning against focusing blame on the owner instead of examining the circumstances.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has defended the timing of the Tabung Haji RCI report release, stating it received unanimous Cabinet approval and was deliberately delayed to rebuild depositor confidence following implementation of recommendations.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the declassification and public release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, following the Islamic pilgrims' fund board's financial recovery. The report will be debated in Parliament.
Pakistani authorities have charged eleven police officers for a July 27 raid on the attorney general's home, which was conducted following faulty intelligence. The operation resulted in harassment of staff and property damage.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested twelve individuals including six immigration officers over the MyIMMs data breach. Arrests were made at MACC headquarters and Penang immigration department facilities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled the government's intention to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's substantial losses, a development that could reshape the pilgrimage savings institution.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to be released publicly, citing transparency principles and the public's right to understand past events.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji could be released immediately if Cabinet clearance is not needed, or by Wednesday at the latest.
Malaysia's government views allegations of corporate mafia infiltrating public institutions as a serious threat to institutional integrity and public trust, according to Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Malaysia's Public Accounts Committee has exposed the disappearance of RM10.879 billion in cooking oil subsidies intended for ordinary Malaysians, revealing critical gaps in oversight and enforcement mechanisms across nearly six years.
Malaysia's government is prepared to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry into 'corporate mafia' allegations if deemed necessary in the public interest, but will base any decision on evidence from ongoing investigations, the Law Minister says.
A High Court judge has ruled that the Road Transport Department must compensate a motorist with RM40,000 following a legal dispute over a rejected 'MADANI' number plate proposal, marking a significant victory for the plaintiff.
South Korea has formally revoked its highest science and technology award from disgraced stem cell researcher Hwang Woo-suk, 22 years after initially conferring the honour in 2004, following a court ruling that invalidated a previous revocation attempt.
Britain's official COVID-19 inquiry has revealed the country squandered nearly £10 billion on pandemic protective equipment procurement, with a controversial political fast-track system undermining fairness and public trust.
Singapore's High Court has ordered Bloomberg to pay S$230,000 in damages to each of two senior government ministers over a 2024 article examining luxury property transactions, ruling the story defamed their reputations.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has exonerated former minister Nik Nazmi of suspicions regarding fund transfers connected to the elephant sanctuary case involving Dara, Amoi, and Kelat.
The High Court in Kuala Lumpur heard claims that former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin played no role in interfering with the Jana Wibawa programme's project allocation process.
Malaysia's eCOSS mobile application has effectively reduced leakages of subsidised cooking oil since its May 2024 launch, with 5.26 million users registered and complaint numbers plummeting in pilot states.
The opposition leader has challenged the government to justify appointing former MACC chief Azam as a national anti-corruption centre adviser while he faces active investigations.
Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan has emphasised that effective road maintenance requires coordinated commitment from elected representatives, local authorities, and government agencies to swiftly resolve infrastructure issues across the country.
Penang MCA is demanding the state government release payment records and consultant reports for the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway bypass, questioning whether the reported 89% completion rate reflects actual progress on the ground.