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Free Malaysia Today
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- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
It's a judicial matter, Anwar says on Najib's DNAA
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the discharge not amounting to an acquittal granted to Najib Razak is 'a question for the attorney-general'. (PMO pic) SUBANG JAYA : Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has refused to comment on the conditional discharge granted to Najib Razak earlier today, saying it is a judicial matter. 'I'm not going to weigh in, this is a question for the attorney-general,' he said when met by reporters after performing the Friday prayers in Puchong, here. Najib was granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) earlier today in his RM27 million SRC International Sdn Bhd money laundering case. Justice K Muniandy made the ruling in the High Court, saying there was nothing to show that the prosecution was 'able to proceed with the case for the time being, or proceed within a reasonable time.' Last week, Najib's counsel Shafee Abdullah submitted that it was unfair for his client to wait indefinitely for a fixed trial date as the prosecution was unable to provide a timeline to gather the 807 exhibits used in the previous SRC trial. Najib, 71, had asked for the three money laundering charges, brought against him in February 2019, to be withdrawn. In a later case which began on April 3, 2019, Najib was slapped with seven charges of abuse of power, money laundering, and criminal breach of trust involving RM42 million in SRC funds. On July 28, 2020, the High Court convicted the former prime minister of all seven charges. His appeals from his conviction and sentence were dismissed by the Court of Appeal on Dec 8, 2021 and the Federal Court on Aug 23, 2022. He received a partial pardon in January last year and is currently serving a reduced six-year prison term.
Malay Mail
09-06-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Selangor launches RM100m plan to fix strata title backlog, starting with six apartments
The state government has budgeted RM10 million this year for the initiative. The state expects the entire exercise to cost RM100 million over 10 years. Six highrises have been chosen as pilot projects. PUCHONG, June 9 — The Selangor government has launched a RM100 million initiative to resolve long-standing strata title issues affecting apartment owners across the state. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the Selangor Strata Fund will address the problem in phases, starting with six pilot projects, The Star reported today. These include Flat Bunga Raya in Port Klang, Pangsapuri Seroja in Puchong, Apartment Dahlia in Rawang, Rumah Bandar Taman Saga in Ampang, and Pangsapuri Permai and Pangsapuri Seri Damai in Batu Caves. 'Although this involves significant financial implications for the state, the initiative will be continued in the interest of current owners and the future generations, to enable secure inheritance of the properties,' he was quoted as saying at a community event at the Taman Putra Perdana Food Court here. Amirudin said RM10 million has been allocated this year under the state budget to kick-start the initiative. He estimated a total of RM100 million would be needed to resolve all strata title cases over the next decade. He said the strata title is crucial in clarifying ownership, easing the inheritance process, and protecting the rights of heirs. Amirudin also said the state expects the fund to bring returns within 10 years, as units with strata titles will begin paying parcel quit rent. Also present at the launch was state housing and culture committee chairman Datuk Borhan Aman Shah. Borhan said strata housing in Selangor has expanded rapidly, with over 898,000 titles registered as of 2023. He added that 648 schemes involving 138,817 residential units have yet to secure strata titles since 2007.
Free Malaysia Today
06-06-2025
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
A sombre Aidiladha for Putra Heights gas inferno victims
The gas pipeline fire destroyed 81 houses, with more than 40% of the structures sustaining structural damage; 81 other houses were partially destroyed and 57 houses were affected but not burned. (EPA Images pic) SUBANG JAYA : As Muslims look forward to celebrating Hari Raya Aidiladha tomorrow, residents of Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru in Puchong must summon the strength to face the day, two months after their homes were destroyed in the gas pipeline inferno on April 2. Among them was Nasir Ab Hamid, 69, who said sheer will and determination have been his family's main source of strength in forging ahead despite now living with minimal means after losing most of their belongings in the fire. 'My family and I are grateful to be alive and to have received support from the community and various parties. However, I hope the recovery process, particularly the promised rebuilding of our home, can be expedited so that life can return to normal,' he said. Nasir's house remains without a roof, except for the garage, and the interior was devoid of furniture or electrical appliances, which had been destroyed in the intense heat of the fire. Nasir lives in the house alone, sleeping in the garage on a mattress he received from the temporary relief centre. 'Although I received financial assistance to rent a house, I feel more comfortable staying in my own home as I can also keep an eye on what's left of my belongings while my wife and four of our children occupy the rented house,' he said, expressing hope that the government would expedite the repair process for all victims' homes. Another resident, Ahmad Danial, 25, said that their lives are no longer the same, especially with the lingering trauma still deeply affecting the entire family. 'There are no major preparations (for Aidiladha). The house is still in ruins, making it difficult to gather comfortably with the family. We are relying on donations from local associations and neighbours,' he said, adding that he lost his job following the incident. Ahmad Kamarul Meskam, 42, expressed despair for not being able to gather with his siblings for Aidiladha after their mother's house was destroyed in the incident. He said before the fire, they lived in the same village. 'We have no plans to celebrate Aidiladha since we are now living in separate areas.,' he said, admitting that the tragedy has left a profound emotional impact. It is understood that the Kampung Sungai Baru Residents Association will hold a sacrificial ritual in conjunction with Aidiladha on Sunday on a plot of land in the village, thanks to donations of several cows and goats from an anonymous benefactor. The gas pipeline fire, which occurred at 8.10am, resulted in flames shooting up 30 metres high, with temperatures reaching 1,000 degrees Celsius. Firefighters took nearly eight hours to completely extinguish the fire. A total of 81 houses were destroyed, with more than 40% of the structures sustaining structural damage; 81 other houses were partially destroyed, 57 houses were affected but not burned, and 218 houses remained unaffected.
Free Malaysia Today
06-06-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
No criminal elements found in Taiwanese man's death at LRT station
The Taiwanese man was run over by a train after he fell onto the tracks at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station on Tuesday. (Wikipedia pic) PETALING JAYA : Police have found no criminal elements in the death of a Taiwanese man who was run over by a train after falling onto the tracks at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station on Tuesday. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the case remains classified as sudden death, Harian Metro reported. 'There is no indication of any criminal activity. From the start, it has been treated as a sudden death case. 'We have the evidence showing that he fell,' Hussein told a press conference at the Selangor police headquarters today. The body of the man, in his 60s, was sent to the forensic department of Sultan Idris Shah Hospital for a post-mortem. In February, a blind elderly man died when he was struck by a train after losing his balance and falling onto the tracks at the Titiwangsa LRT station. Prasarana Malaysia Bhd later said it planned to install platform sensors at LRT stations to enhance passenger safety, particularly for people with disabilities. The company also said it would begin installing platform screen doors at LRT stations, similar to those used in MRT stations.
Malay Mail
06-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Police detain mother, boyfriend over alleged neglect of two daughters in Puchong, victims hospitalised
KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 — Police arrested a woman and her boyfriend for suspected neglect of the woman's two daughters, four and 16, at a residence in Puchong near here on Wednesday. Subang Jaya district police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said they received a tip off from the Social Welfare Department at about 12.43 pm and conducted an investigation. 'Investigations revealed both victims (daughters) lived with their birth mother, 37, and her boyfriend, 42, at the house. 'Urine tests on the woman was negative while the boyfriend tested positive and had eight criminal records relating to narcotic offences,' he said in a statement today, adding that checks at the hospital found no sign of old scars on the bodies of both victims though their home was found to be dirty and unfit for habitation. 'Both victims are still in hospital for further checks and are being monitored,' he said, adding that there the 16-year-old showed signs of emotional abuse and depression. Five individuals have provided their statements so far to faciliate the investigation under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 and both suspects have been remanded for six days till June 10, he added. — Bernama
