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1Malaysia Development Bhd has opened its civil lawsuit against former Prime Minister Najib Razak, claiming he orchestrated a top-down fraud resulting in RM51.4 billion in losses through systematic abuse of his executive authority.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that those responsible for financial losses and misconduct at Lembaga Tabung Haji will face investigation and potential prosecution, signalling a hardline stance on accountability.
Former Klang MP Charles Santiago urges an independent inquiry into the death of Rocky, a dog killed during an enforcement operation, cautioning against diverting focus by characterising the owner as aggressive.
The wife of missing Malaysian pastor Koh Loon Pin has expressed frustration over a court decision maintaining a stay on investigations, arguing it undermines efforts to seek answers about his disappearance.
Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa, former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs), claims the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report has cleared him of allegations levelled during his ministerial tenure.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has demanded a transparent investigation into findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Lembaga Tabung Haji, insisting there will be no protection for those found guilty of misconduct.
Pakatan Harapan has demanded the government take decisive action against wrongdoing at Tabung Haji following the release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report covering 2014–2020 operations, emphasising the need to protect nine million depositors.
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The Tabung Haji financial scandal transcends religious and political divides, exposing how institutional failures harm all Malaysians. Strong checks and balances are essential to protect public trust and national credibility.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a special parliamentary session to examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, pending speaker approval. The government's investigation will cover issues from 2014 through 2020.
A judicial ruling has exposed significant gaps in police investigations into the Anna Jenkins case, with the judge citing failures to probe possible kidnapping and wrongful detention among other serious allegations.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared that no one will be spared from legal consequences if implicated in the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, as the government prepares to release the findings publicly.
Karim Khan's departure as ICC prosecutor leaves a complicated legacy: he secured historic arrest warrants against world leaders but faced serious misconduct allegations that undermined institutional credibility.
Sabah's health department has finished investigating allegations against a hospital director, emphasizing its commitment to preventing sexual assault, harassment, and workplace bullying.
The International Criminal Court's prosecutor Karim Khan faces an uncertain future following sexual assault allegations, overshadowing his pursuit of arrest warrants for Russian and Israeli leaders.
The Finance Minister's political secretary says the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji marks a watershed moment, exposing misappropriation at the institution and vindicating the public's right to transparency about their sacred savings.
Umno's Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has insisted that the forthcoming Tabung Haji RCI findings must trigger accountability across the board, with no protected individuals if wrongdoing is uncovered.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signals the government may release the Royal Commission of Inquiry's final report into Tabung Haji's financial crisis, potentially exposing governance failures and reshaping Islamic finance oversight.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has concluded he cannot arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes if he visits the city, reversing earlier suggestions he might pursue such action.
Malaysian police are investigating a death occurring in custody while human rights group Suaram has raised allegations of abuse. The prisons department has pledged full cooperation with inquiries.
Sultan Nazrin Shah stressed that national success depends on robust institutions, transparent governance, and accountable leadership. Speaking at the World Conference on Islamic Thought, he warned that erosion of public trust in institutions destabilises states.
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke faces calls to explain the award of a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract to a company linked to Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC Chief Azam Baki, raising transparency concerns.
Former Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Tan Sri Azam Baki has denied any involvement in a RM178.29 million contract awarded to a firm connected to his brother, stating he lacks knowledge of the transaction.
The Retirement Fund Incorporated's substantial losses from its eFishery investment expose governance weaknesses in how public retirement savings are managed and monitored, demanding transparent investigation and reform.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that a new BMW vehicle under his use is government property, not a personal purchase, addressing public speculation about the acquisition during a Batu Pahat visit.
A company director told the High Court she drafted five separate letters from different companies to former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin seeking projects under the Jana Wibawa initiative.
Johor's upcoming election reflects deeper questions about who controls political parties and how power shapes decision-making. The resignation of a prominent UMNO figure highlights ongoing tensions between institutional accountability and partisan leverage.
Malaysia's Health Ministry has established a special committee to investigate allegations of misconduct by its medical officers connected to the Taiping Prison riot that occurred in January of the previous year.
Zaid Ibrahim has publicly challenged Speaker Azalina Othman Said's refusal to disclose shareholding records of former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki, raising transparency questions in Parliament.
Malaysia's Law and Institutional Reform Minister Azalina Sawall has clarified that shareholding records related to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Azam Baki will not be made public.
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Five officers at Taiping Prison appeared in court charged with injuring three inmates through alleged baton attacks. The charges mark a significant development in prison accountability within Malaysia's correctional system.
Sri Lanka's Bribery Commission arrested retired Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda on corruption charges linked to the illegal recruitment of Mahinda Rajapaksa's son into the navy, marking intensified scrutiny of the powerful Rajapaksa family under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's anti-corruption agenda.
Mumbai's monsoon season has turned deadly, with two fatalities linked to civic infrastructure failures prompting political demands for accountability from municipal and state authorities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's anti-corruption battle demands coordinated effort from enforcement bodies, Parliament, businesses, and the public. He appointed new members to oversight committees tasked with strengthening transparency.
The 1MDB civil litigation against Rosmah Mansor has hit a procedural impasse as the court system works to assign a new judge. A case management hearing is scheduled for the coming week to clarify the path forward.
Hong Kong's security chief has pledged comprehensive accountability for the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 168 people, saying authorities will prosecute anyone with evidence of wrongdoing regardless of whether they cooperate with the inquiry committee.