UPNM to introduce periodic physical exams for cadets after bullying incidents, says defence minister Posted on 14/11/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 — Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) will conduct periodical physical examinations for its cadets after another alleged bullying incident recently. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin told the Dewan Rakyat today that the measure is one of eight taken to prevent this issue from recurring. “Seven, periodic physical examinations for cadets to detect any abusive activities that could cause injuries,” he said in the Dewan Rakyat today. Mohamed Khaled was responding to Lumut MP Nordin Ahmad Ismail, who asked about the effort and methods currently being undertaken by the ministry to put an end to bullying activities at UPNM. He also stated other measures on the list include patrols by trainers on duty at the cadet officers’ accommodations after 11.59pm every day and exclusive meeting sessions between cadets and the top management. “This provides a safe space, free from fear or intimidation, to obtain information on misconduct among cadets, aimed at addressing the reluctance of cadets to report inappropriate incidents,” he said. Mohamed Khaled then reminded UPNM cadets to not hide any bullying activities. “Hiding bullying cases is an offence,” he said. News
Outstanding RM36m prompts Health Ministry to tighten deposit, guarantee policies for foreign patients Posted on 11/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The Health Ministry is reviewing fee collection procedures for foreigners receiving treatment at its facilities, following an outstanding bill of RM36.24 million owed by non-citizens as of September. The ministry said it is reassessing deposit and bank guarantee procedures to ensure the amounts collected are… Read More
2024 in review: Seven taxes and e-invoicing to boost Malaysia’s revenue Posted on 11/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The government will continue efforts to narrow its fiscal deficit to 4.3 per cent in 2024 and 3.8 per cent in 2025, down from five per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023. Simultaneously, it will advance fiscal reforms to strengthen financial resilience… Read More
Chow wins suit against tycoon, awarded RM350,000 in damages Posted on 03/12/2024 Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow shaking hands with his lawyer, Simon Murali, after winning his defamation suit in the High Court. (Simon Murali pic) PETALING JAYA: Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow has won his defamation suit against tycoon Tan Kok Ping over remarks made by the latter on… Read More