Friday, 9 January 2026

Author: News Desk

Meradong rep inspects sites of rural projects

BINTANGOR: Meradong assemblyman Datuk Ding Kuong Hiing witnessed the handover session of the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) project site recently. The implementation of the RTP is under the supervision of the Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) Sarikei Division for the construction of a new bridge on Kebun Sungai Rayah Bintangor

40km cap for RM1 Flat Rate Bus Fare Subsidy Programme

KUCHING: The RM1 Flat Rate Bus Fare Subsidy Programme will now take a route of not more than 40km and it will start on Jan 1, 2024. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said it is timely for the state government to review the subsidy model so that the

Smart Living

By Tang Jen Chuan Navigating life with electronics In the 21st century, electronic devices have become ubiquitous, seamlessly integrating into nearly every aspect of our existence. The smartphone, a pocket-sized marvel, serves as a prime example, acting as a communication hub, a resource for information, and a gateway to global

Basketball court gets RM200,000 makeover

SARIKEI: A total of RM200,000 has been allocated under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP) programme for the upgrading of the Meranti basketball court here. The contract was handed over by Sarikei District Council assistant engineer Joviana Joklin, to the respective contractor and witnessed by Kapitan Ling Dien Yong, representing Datuk

OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd gets prestigious certifications

BINTULU: OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd has announced its achievement of dual certification in ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System (EMS) and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Management System. Its managing director Chen Xiao Dong said the certifications, accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), underscore the company’s

Fire-affected students receive aid from Sarikei MP

SARIKEI: Six students who were affected by a recent fire at Jalan Kin San, here received vital school supplies to support their educational needs. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii contributed the school necessities with the aim of assisting the students ahead of the upcoming school session. Representatives from

Minister denies DAP’s state school plan

KUCHING: Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn has refuted claims by Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen regarding the Sarawak government’s alleged acceptance of Chong’s proposal to establish state-owned schools. Sagah said that his ministry prioritised exploring the feasibility of

Seven-storey pagoda set to rise

SARIKEI: A seven-storey pagoda of the Sarikei Buddhist Orthodox Association is soon to be constructed here. Sarikei MP Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii has allocated RM600,000 under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) for the pagoda’s construction and expects it to be completed within a year. Sarikei Buddhist Orthodox Association chairman

Teachers’ placement provides relief to schools

KUCHING: The placement of new teachers in Sarawak is hoped to be able to address the issue of shortage of teachers in the state. Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) president Kullin Djayang said the matter is able to provide relief to the schools. “We hope the increased number of teaching staff

MP gets RM4.2 mil in federal allocations

KUCHING: Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii has received a total of RM4.2 million in allocations from the federal government for expenditure in education, youth, community, health and welfare for his constituency this year. Breaking down the allocation, the majority went to education initiative, with 64 per cent (RM2,684,980.29). This