India

Indian tech hub Hyderabad names road after Donald Trump, drawing criticism from Modi’s party

HYDERABAD, (India): A key road named after US President Donald Trump in India's opposition-ruled tech hub of Hyderabad has drawn criticism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling party, which dismissed the move as "hypocrisy."

Nation

Newly passed Road Transport Bill aims to prevent accidents, deaths, says Loke

KUALA LUMPUR: The government's move to criminalise illegal street racing is aimed at preventing accidents, injuries and deaths, says Anthony Loke as the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2026 was passed in the Dewan Rakyat.

Nation

Those used to gaining from graft keep fighting govt efforts to stamp it out, says PM

ALOR GAJAH: Efforts to eradicate corruption and reform the country continue to face resistance from those accustomed to benefitting from graft and commissions, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

Zara inquest: Blood on document does not prove writing was by victim, says expert

KOTA KINABALU: The Coroner's Court here was told that the presence of Zara Qairina Mahathir's blood on a document does not prove that the handwriting on it belonged to her.

Nation

Anwar, govt apply to strike out MPs' suit over US tariff deal

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Malaysiam government have filed an application to strike out an originating summons brought by five opposition MPs against them over the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART).

Singapore

Two Singaporeans, including student, 19, issued ISA orders over radicalisation triggered by Gaza war

SINGAPORE: A student who took photos of his phone showing Islamist extremist ideologies with Marina Bay Sands in the background was among two Singaporeans issued Internal Security Act (ISA) orders.

Nation

Man admits to posting insulting, threatening posts against Terengganu royal family

SEPANG: A man pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court here today to five charges of posting insulting and threatening content against several members of the Terengganu royal family via social media.

AseanPlus News

International super group Limp Bizkit announces first-ever show in Malaysia on Dec 9

Malaysia has been confirmed as the band's 'One-Stop Asia Show' for 2026 at the iconic National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil.

Pakistan

US-Iran technical talks to resume next week, Pakistan says

ISLAMABAD: (Bernama-Anadolu) Technical-level talks between the United States (US) and Iran will resume next week following a temporary pause, Pakistan's Foreign Ministry said Wednesday (June 24), Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.

Nation

Anwar applauds civil servants for Malaysia's leap in World Competitiveness Ranking

ALOR GAJAH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim credited civil servants for Malaysia's improved standing in the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking.

Markets

FBM KLCI edges higher, ends two-day slide amid mixed regional markets

KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI eked out modest gains on Wednesday, snapping a two-day losing streak as investors accumulated beaten-down blue chips amid mixed regional sentiment.

Nation

Court fines e-hailing driver RM101,750 over import of zam-zam water

KLANG: An e-hailing driver was fined RM101,750 by the Magistrate's Court here on Wednesday (June 24) after he was found guilty of importing prohibited goods, namely 5,500 bottles of zam-zam water, through West Port here five years ago.

AseanPlus News

Four Indonesian hitmakers unite for 'Konsert Muzik D.R.A.S.' at Unifi Arena on Aug 22

Dadali, Repvblik, Armada, and Samsons to deliver a spectacular night of nostalgia and chart-topping anthems in a world-class production in Bukit Jalil.

Indonesia

Bali’s rabies crisis in spotlight following Jembrana dog attack

DENPASAR: The attack of three residents, including two children, by a rabid dog in Jembrana regency has renewed attention on Bali's rabies crisis, with the province continuing to rank among Indonesia's hardest-hit areas for the deadly disease.

Nation

Manhunt underway for drug suspect who hurt two cops in knife attack

IPOH: Two policemen were injured after a suspect attacked them with a knife while they were attempting to arrest him at Kampung Sungai Jernih, Ijok, in Selama.

Nation

Burning pile of paper sparked blaze that consumed 27 houses in Kg Gok Kapur, says Bomba

KOTA BARU: It was a burning of a pile of paper that sparked the fire that consumed 27 houses in Kampung Gok Kapur here, says the Fire and Rescue Department.

Nation

(Live) Barisan announces candidates for Johor polls

JOHOR BARU: Barisan Nasional is announcing its list of candidates to contest in the 56 seats for the Johor state polls a few days ahead of nomination day this Saturday (June 27).

Business

Govt has no plans to expand fuel subsidy programme

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has no plans to expand the fuel subsidy programme after the recent adjustment in subsidised diesel prices, said Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong.

Thailand

Bending the bamboo: Thailand turns neutrality into a diplomatic advantage

BANGKOK: Thailand's modern "bamboo diplomacy" is becoming a powerful asset, helping the kingdom attract investment, bridge global divides and strengthen Asean's role in a volatile world.

Social media

Fahmi: Social media platforms risk up to RM10mil penalty over age verification

Social media platforms that fail to comply with user age-verification requirements under the Online Safety Act 2025 (Act 866) could face penalties of up to RM10 million, the Dewan Rakyat was told today (June 24).