Thursday, 1 January 2026

Author: Nura V Lorna

New halls benefits villagers

SERIAN: The completion of the Kpg Diyang Ipuh Hall brings relief to its residents. Deputy Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Minister Datuk Martin Ben said that the project, initiated in 2017 under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP), involved an initial investment of RM300,000. He said the hall then underwent

Move to improve basic facilities in Kanowit

KANOWIT: Efforts are underway to boost basic facilities in Kanowit for the area’s development and progress. National Unity Minister Datuk Seri Aaron Ago Dagang has pledged to improve basic amenities and establish the Mid-Rajang Regional Development Agency (MiRRDA) to uplift household incomes. “I also assure the enhancement of basic facilities

Allif lets his lens tell the story

IN a world where every moment is like a little story waiting to be shared, photographers are the ones who take the pictures. They have a special skill — they can capture time in a photo, keeping memories alive forever. Introducing Allif Achmadi Ahmad, a 30-year-old budding photographer whose passion for storytelling

High hopes for excellence for SMK Tarat 

SERIAN: The construction of the long-awaited new hall of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Tarat has finally commenced yesterday. Tarat assemblyman Datuk Seri Roland Sagah Wee Inn said the project, which is funded under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP), was approved two years ago. He expressed optimism that the project could

Dilapidated schools: Sagah optimistic following talks

SERIAN: A recent meeting between the Ministry of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) and the federal Ministry of Education (MoE) has led to the identification of strategies to tackle the issue of dilapidated schools in the state. Minister Datuk Seri Roland Sagah revealed that the meeting, held on March

Rental aid for Haji Baki fire victims

KUCHING: Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang has come forward to offer crucial assistance to families affected by the devastating fire that engulfed homes at Haji Baki. Lo who visited the scene of the fire on Friday (March 22) said four families who lost their homes have received support

Riot extends financial aid to deceased mualaf’s family

SERIAN: Bringing a ray of Ramadan cheer, Serian MP Datuk Seri Richard Riot Jaem has extended financial assistance to the family of a deceased mualaf. Following his attendance at a breaking of fast programme at the Serian Division mosque last night (Mar 22), Riot visited the three children who now

PADU? I have reservations: Abdul Karim

BY NURA V LORNA & SAMUEL KARUNIA KORNO KUCHING: Individuals ‘bare themselves naked’ the moment they fill out the Central Database Hub (PADU), said Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. While expressing his opposition to the new system, he said the intrusive nature

Sarawak in talks with Brunei to extend border operating hours

LAWAS: The Sarawak government is in discussions with Brunei Darussalam to extend the operating hours at the Sarawak-Brunei border entry points. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said that extending the operating hours until midnight could alleviate congestion issues at the border between the two regions. Currently, the

Projects worth RM900,000 for Bukit Semuja areas

SERIAN: A total of four projects totalling RM900,000 will be implemented in several areas here. These projects, overseen by the Serian Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) are integral components of the 29 initiatives underway in the Bukit Semuja area. Assemblyman John Ilus oversaw the project handover session under the