KUCHING: The Malaysia Armed Forces Ex-Service Affairs Corporation (PERHEBAT) brought its nationwide veteran-empowerment programme to Sarawak for the first time, awarding business grants to seven veteran entrepreneurs and unveiling a 10-year transformation plan, aiming to deepen collaboration with the state’s strategic industries. According to the PERHEBAT Chairperson, Prof. Emerita Datuk
SERIAN: Eight corporate social responsibility (CSR) cheques worth a combined RM110,000 were presented on Wednesday to three villages here, Kampung Plaman Payang, Kampung Tanah Puteh and Kampung Sebemban, under a Land and Survey Department (JTS) programme that channels support from licensed quarry and mining operators to communities directly affected by
SERIAN: The Sarawak Government has disbursed compensation cheques to landowners affected by public infrastructure projects, reiterating that all acquisitions are carried out lawfully and with “adequate compensation” as guaranteed under the Sarawak Land Code and Article 13 of the Federal Constitution. According to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah, land
KUCHING: Sarawak’s Unit for Other Religions (UNIFOR) has strengthened its project oversight mechanism by deploying officers across Sarawak to ensure compliance and transparency. “Previously, the churches themselves managed the projects, but now UNIFOR directly monitors implementation to prevent misuse of funds,” said Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. “It
KUCHING: Over 200 people from diverse faiths and cultural backgrounds came together for the Deepavali Open House hosted by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Kuching on Monday. For Chang Siaw Ling from the Ming De Chinese Cultural Education Centre, the annual ISKCON celebration has become a highlight of
KUCHING: The festive glow of Deepavali filled the Hare Krishna Multipurpose Hall at Jalan Ketitir, Batu Kawa on Monday, with families, friends, and even curious passers-by gathering to share laughter, food, and light in celebration of the Festival of Lights. The Deepavali Open House, organised by the International Society for
SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening emotional and psychological well-being within the university community through the Striving Towards Emotional and Psychological Support (STEPS) 2025 Convention, held at DeTAR Putra Unimas on Oct 13 and 14. The biennial convention, organised by the Psychology and Counselling Section (PsyCon)
SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) is set to host the Festival of Ideas Sarawak 2025 in conjunction with the Borneo Book Festival 2025 from Oct 22 to 26 at DeTAR Putra Unimas, bringing together innovation, creativity, and literacy under one roof. The event, jointly organised with the Ministry of Higher
KUCHING: The Sarawak Space Challenge (SSC) 2025, formerly known as NASA Space Apps Sarawak, concluded on a high note with an inspiring Closing and Awards Ceremony here, marking five successful years of nurturing creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among Sarawakian youth. This year’s Challenge achieved a major milestone by hosting
KUCHING: The 79th birthday celebration of the Head of State, Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, concluded Sunday with a heartwarming tea reception, bringing the week-long festivities to a memorable close. The event, held at the Sarawak Chambers, Riverside Majestic Hotel, was attended by dignitaries, family members, and
