BAU: A total of 24 development projects amounting to RM150 million for phase one in Tasik Biru constituency will be carried out under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). Deputy Minister for Transport, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said that the development of all the projects will involve five implementing
KUCHING: Sarawak can be a rice bowl of Malaysia if more land is opened up with modern form of agriculture introduced which includes the contribution of the private sector. A new variety of rice which yields more grains and is prevalent in the rice producing state of the peninsula like
NEW DELHI: India’s violence-hit northeastern state of Manipur on Tuesday again suspended mobile internet services after pictures of two dead students emerged online. Manipur has been mired in violence and ethnic tensions since May 3 when clashes erupted between tribal and non-tribal groups over government job benefits and access to
By Martin Yee IN the quest to unlock Kuching’s vibrancy and create a thriving city, one major obstacle looms large — the glaring lack of financial support and sponsorship from the private sector. This unfortunate reality dampens the spirits of local event organisers, who are bursting with ideas and enthusiasm
SIBU: Numerous organisations have stepped forward to distribute aid to 18 individuals affected by the recent fire incident in Kampung Nangka here. Cash and food assistance that were sourced from the Nangka Constituency Service Centre, Social Welfare Department, Sibu Islamic Welfare Trust Board (Lakis), Sarawak United National Youth Organisation (Saberkas)
MIRI: About 100 students from five schools here attended Petronas’ Powering Knowledge Programme to familiarise themselves with opportunities and careers in the energy industry. The programme was attended by students from SMK Pujut, SMK Merbau, SMK Dato Permaisuri, SMK Riam and Riam Road Secondary School. According to Anuar Ismail, senior
KUCHING: Canon Marketing Malaysia has expanded its One Canon One Tree campaign to East Malaysia with a view of planting 100 trees at the Burung Kenyalang Flyover Kuching and other sites within the jurisdiction of Kuching South City Council (MBKS). According to its statement, the campaign seeks to support MBKS’
MIRI: The Coastal Erosion Control Project in Kampung Batu 1 Kuala Baram is expected to be completed by the end of October. Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said the project has now reached a progress level of 95 per cent. “The project is now 95 per cent
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 200 individuals participated in the disaster simulation training of the temporary relief centre (PPS) organised by the Samarahan Division Social Welfare Office in collaboration with Samarahan Division Resident’s Office. Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development, Aidel Lariwoo said the programme is a thorough preparation
MIRI: Medan Miri Hospital is expected to be completed by the end of February 2024. According to Minister for Transport, Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin, the project is a collaboration between the Sarawak government and the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) to build a semi-permanent hospital with a capacity of
