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Datuk Dr. Mohd. Puad Zarkashi resigned from UMNO today, alleging that Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi personally told him the Johor Royal Palace ordered the June 1 state assembly dissolution — raising serious constitutional questions just two days before nomination day.
Senior politicians from Pakatan Harapan, DAP, UMNO, and Bersatu face unexpectedly competitive contests in Negeri Sembilan's state election, with 103 candidates vying for 36 seats.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared the government will not tolerate any corruption or fraud involving KWAP's investment in aquaculture start-up eFishery, with the MACC set to conduct a comprehensive probe into the entire transaction.
Pakatan Harapan candidates contesting four state seats in Jempol have committed to resolving infrastructure deficits and improving conditions for FELDA settlers, signalling a direct challenge to incumbent administrations across the constituency.
Police in India are investigating alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, renewing concerns about financial accountability at major pilgrimage sites across the country.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to explaining the Retirement Fund's RM200 million investment loss in Indonesian aquaculture company eFishery during tomorrow's Dewan Negara session, despite KWAP's autonomous status.
KWAP's substantial investment losses in Indonesian start-up eFishery have exposed critical governance weaknesses in how Malaysia's retirement fund manages public savings, raising urgent questions about oversight and accountability at the Finance Ministry.
Pakatan Harapan is campaigning on the administrative record of Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun as it seeks to retain control of Negeri Sembilan, with early voting scheduled for July 28 and polling on August 1.
The government takes seriously allegations of 'corporate mafia' activities and will allow ongoing investigations to proceed independently and transparently, says Minister Azalina Othman Said, signalling openness to a Royal Commission if circumstances demand it.
MCA Youth has called on Transport Minister Anthony Loke to publicly clarify how a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract was awarded to a company allegedly owned by Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC chief Azam Baki, citing concerns over transparency.
Malaysia has recorded 8,014 online fraud charges by May this year, significantly outpacing the entire 2025 total of 6,140 cases. Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid tabled the Cyber Crime Bill 2026 to strengthen legal defences against escalating digital fraud.
Negeri Sembilan's 16th state election campaign officially begins tomorrow with nomination day across eight centres. Nearly 890,000 voters will decide the fate of 36 seats, with polling scheduled for August 1 and early voting on July 28.
Most districts in Negeri Sembilan are expected to experience fair weather during the morning of July 18 nomination day for the state's 16th election, though afternoon thunderstorms are anticipated across the state.
Malaysia's government pursues diplomatic engagement while managing domestic political realignments, refugee affairs, and structural reforms including potential PTPTN abolishment and new health insurance schemes.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has restored access to all previously frozen bank accounts of fashion retailer Padini Holdings and its subsidiaries, concluding an investigation that began in April without filing charges against the company or its staff.
Police have lodged an Interpol Red Notice application to locate activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak, who fled Malaysia to avoid facing charges under Section 295 of the Penal Code related to alleged temple desecration in Langkawi.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Malaysia will immediately deport any Israeli nationals discovered in the country, reaffirming the nation's longstanding policy of not recognising Israel.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on political parties competing in the Negeri Sembilan state election to refrain from using royal institutions and constitutional issues as campaign tools, emphasizing responsible democratic competition.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Royal Malaysian Customs Department are establishing a task force to strengthen monitoring at the country's ports, tackling smuggling, tax evasion, and document falsification.