MEA summons top Malaysian diplomat over PM Mahathir Mohamad's remark on CAA: Sources
The government on Saturday summoned top Malaysian diplomat to register its strong objections to Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's remark on the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). According to the government sources, the Malaysian Charge d’Affaires was summoned to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday in order to lodge a solemn protest over the remarks made by the Malaysian PM in Kuala Lumpur during a press briefing.
Dec 21, 2019, 17:08 PM IST
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan snub Malaysia's Muslim summit
At a welcome dinner, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said the Kuala Lumpur Summit would aim to "do something" to improve the lives of Muslims and overcome Islamophobia.
Dec 18, 2019, 21:42 PM IST
Tejas, India's indigenous supersonic fighter, likely contender for Malaysia's LCA programme
Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), India's indigenous single-engine supersonic fighter and one of the flying machines in the Indian Air Force (IAF) arsenal, is likely to be one of the jets which Malaysia is keen to evaluate as part of the defence modernisation programme. Malaysia will call for bids from global defence majors in early 2020 for the supply of up to 36 aircraft for the Royal Air Force and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, which manufactures Tejas jets, will most probably be one of the contenders.
Nov 28, 2019, 13:15 PM IST
Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad warns of possible trade sanctions on nation
Mahathir did not mention the source of possible sanctions on the Southeast Asian country but said he was disappointed that proponents of free trade were now indulging in restrictive trade practices on a "grand scale".
Oct 21, 2019, 08:47 AM IST
NIA has no evidence to prove my involvement in terrorism: Zakir Naik
A case was registered against Naik’s Islamic Research Foundation after the men arrested by the agency admitted to being inspired by his videos.
Oct 16, 2019, 13:15 PM IST
Israeli portal takes dig at Pakistan PM Imran Khan's proposal to counter Islamophobia
The Pak PM recently announced that he would join hands with Malaysia and Turkey to launch a new English language Islamic television channel to correct the misperceptions about Islam.
Oct 01, 2019, 19:57 PM IST
Singapore Grand Prix organisers stock up on anti-smog masks
Organisers will be keeping tabs on haze readings as the $100 million Formula One street race kicks off on Friday, just days after Singapore authorities warned already-unhealthy levels could worsen and advised people to reduce outdoor activity.
Sep 19, 2019, 18:53 PM IST
ED to invoke Fugitive Economic Offenders Act against controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik
On Wednesday, a Special Prevention of Money Laundering (PMLA) court in Mumbai issued non-bailable warrant against Naik.
Sep 19, 2019, 16:49 PM IST
India relentlessly pursuing Zakir Naik extradition: Foreign Minister S Jaishankar
Naik, who has been living in Malaysia for last three years, is facing charges of inciting communal disharmony and committing unlawful activities in India.
Sep 17, 2019, 20:26 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not ask me to extradite Zakir Naik, says Malaysian PM
Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not raise the issue of the extradition of controversial preacher Zakir Naik during their recent meeting on the sidelines of Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok, Russia.
Sep 17, 2019, 10:47 AM IST
Customs duty on imports of subject goods originating in Malaysia increased by 5%
Government seeks that the step will help limit import of Palm Oil from Malaysia, thereby benefiting domestic farmers directly.
Aug 26, 2019, 18:08 PM IST
Fugitive Zakir Naik banned from giving speech anywhere in Malaysia
Ban on fugitive Zakir Naik from giving speech anywhere in Malaysia. Zakir has been accused of hurting the sentiments of Hindus and people of China.
Aug 20, 2019, 10:02 AM IST
Despite apology, Zakir Naik barred from making public speeches in Malaysia
Royal Malaysia Police has confirmed that Zakir Naik has been barred from making public speeches 'in the interest of national security and to preserve racial harmony.'
Aug 20, 2019, 09:26 AM IST
Melaka becomes 7th Malaysian state to ban Zakir Naik's religious speeches
Melaka joins other states of Malaysia like Johor, Selangor, Penang, Kedah, Perlis and Sarawak in banning Zakir Naik's speeches which are mostly inflammatory in nature.
Aug 19, 2019, 10:27 AM IST
Malaysia may revoke Zakir Naik's permanent resident status: Report
The Malaysian government may soon revoke the permanent resident status of controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik if it is proved that his actions have harmed the country’s well-being.
Aug 16, 2019, 19:37 PM IST
Malaysia to question Islamic preacher Zakir Naik over racially sensitive remarks
The move comes after several ministers demanded Naik`s expulsion on Wednesday after he said Hindus in Malaysia had '100 times more rights' than the Muslim minority in India.
Aug 16, 2019, 08:25 AM IST
Malaysian ministers seek action against Zakir Naik for questioning patriotism of Hindus in the country
Malaysia Communications and Multimedia Minister Gobind Singh Deo, Human Resources Minister M Kulasegaran, and Minister of Water, Land and Natural Resources YB Xavier Jayakumar had raised the matter in the Cabinet of Malaysia on Tuesday drawing the attention of Malaysia Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad.
Aug 14, 2019, 13:41 PM IST
Excited to lead India in Olympic Test event: Harmanpreet Singh
On being named the captain of the team for the Olympic Test Event in Japan where India will take on nemesis Malaysia, New Zealand and hosts Japan starting August 17, Harmanpreet, 23, feels he is ready for the new challenge.
Aug 01, 2019, 13:47 PM IST
Former King of Malaysia divorces ex Miss Moscow by triple talaq
Sultan Muhammad V had abdicated the throne in January of 2019 when reports of his marriage to Rihana Oxana Gorbatenko had emerged.
Jul 24, 2019, 16:44 PM IST
Harbhajan Singh trolls Pakistan, others after Chandrayaan-2 launch
Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh trolled some countries with moon on their national flags, including Pakistan, after India`s second lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 was blasted off successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota on Monday.
Jul 23, 2019, 13:27 PM IST
