Day: October 16, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, The Ministry of Education (MOE) plans to expand its hybrid class pilot project to an additional 400 classes next year, aiming to enhance digital skills in selected schools across both urban and rural areas, said Deputy Minister Wong Kah Woh. He explained that this initiative is part of the MOE’s broader effort to foster digital proficiency within the learning ecosystem which has been implemented in 110 selected educational institutions, including rural schools, aligning with Core 4: Empowerment of Infrastructure and Infostructure under the National Education Policy. ‘This initiative encompasses 550 classes that began in 2021, featuring smart classrooms

SHAH ALAM, The Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah today received RM3.9 million in business zakat (tithe) from Kumpulan Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB). The zakat contribution for the financial year ending in 2023 was presented by PNB Group chairman Raja Tan Sri Arshad Raja Tun Uda in a ceremony at Istana Bukit Kayangan here today. Also present were Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS) chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof, Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) deputy chairman Tan Sri Ambrin Buang, LZS chief executive officer Mohd Sabirin Mohd Sarbini and state Mufti Datuk Dr Anhar Opir. Mohd Sabirin highlighted the

PUTRAJAYA, The strategic collaboration between the federal and state governments through the integration of two systems, namely eBantuanJKM and iSPEKS (State Government Accrual Accounting System), has facilitated the payment process for welfare assistance across 11 states. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said these systems operate through an interface without manual intervention, resulting in a more transparent, efficient and effective aid distribution process. ‘Reforms in the distribution of state welfare assistance have successfully streamlined the Social Welfare Department (JKM) payment system, which previously relied on manual voucher methods. ‘This integration also reduces the risk of misappropriation

KUALA LUMPUR, Close cooperation in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector and the halal industry will strengthen the strategic ties between Malaysia and the Philippines, while bringing significant benefits to both countries, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said that during his meeting with the Philippine’s Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) today, both sides are optimistic about exploring the potential of TVET and the halal industry in the republic. ‘They also agreed that TVET education is crucial to ensuring that the younger generation, as well as the existing workforce, are

KUALA LUMPUR, The Minerals and Geoscience Department (JMG) began a detailed investigation this morning at the landslide site on Jalan E6, Taman Melawati. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said a comprehensive assessment will be conducted to ensure the safety of the land’s structure before residents can safely return home, which could happen within the next day or two. At the same time, he clarified that yesterday morning’s landslide was not caused by overdevelopment in the area, as suggested by some residents. ‘The landslide took place on privately-owned land that has been registered for a long time, and no