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The Sun
5 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
ASTAF: Hatyai Safe for Thai King's Cup Sepaktakraw
THE 38th Thai King's Cup in Hatyai remains safe, peaceful and fully under control, the Asian Sepaktakraw Federation (ASTAF) said today following concerns over regional security. ASTAF president Datuk Abdul Halim Kader said the situation in Hatyai is unaffected by the recent military skirmishes near the Thailand-Cambodia border, which is more than 900 kilometres from the tournament venue. 'We encourage all participants, especially Malaysian and Singaporean fans, to proceed with their travel plans confidently and join us in rallying behind Team Malaysia and Team Singapore as they compete at the pinnacle of international sepak takraw,' he said in an advisory today. Abdul Halim said Thai authorities have also reinforced security at all official accommodations and the tournament venue at the Hatyai Hall inside Central Hatyai Shopping Mall, with additional personnel deployed. As part of precautionary measures, he also said all 18 participating national teams have been advised to remain vigilant and return to their official hotels immediately following each match to ensure smooth tournament operations and safety. It was reported yesterday that a Thai civilian was killed and three others, including a five-year-old child, were seriously injured following a clash between Thai and Cambodian troops in a disputed border area early Thursday. The two Southeast Asian neighbours have been disputing an 817-km undemarcated border for decades, which continues to sour diplomatic ties- BERNAMA
The Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Istaf to decide on service rule change for sepaktakraw this weekend
The International Sepaktakraw Federation (Istaf) is expected to make a crucial decision this weekend regarding a proposed rule change that would allow the tekong (server) to lift their non-kicking foot during service. The matter will be discussed during Istaf's Council and Executive Committee meeting in Thailand, held alongside the 38th King's Cup Sepaktakraw World Championship. Istaf secretary-general Datuk Abdul Halim Kader confirmed that the official notice was sent to all members on July 11. The proposed amendment aims to reduce confusion and disputes during matches, where services are often cancelled due to the non-kicking foot leaving the service circle. 'This proposal aims to end the confusion and tension that often arise during matches when a tekong's service is cancelled simply because their non-kicking foot fails to stay grounded, lifts off, or slips out of the circle,' said Abdul Halim. He added that inaccurate tosses by teammates sometimes contribute to these faults, unfairly penalising the tekong. Currently, Clause 11.1.4 of the Istaf Sepaktakraw Rules disqualifies a service if the non-kicking foot moves outside the circle. The new proposal would redefine the circle as a reference zone rather than a strict boundary, giving players more flexibility. The meeting will also review the Video Review System, introduced during a referees' workshop in Hatyai on July 21. Acting Istaf president Boonchai Lorphiphat emphasised the need for visual evidence in decisions involving service faults, net contact, and out-of-bounds calls. - Bernama
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Three held for deceiving customer on bank premises
Patna: Three fraudsters were arrested at the State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Mahendru locality under Pirbahore police station area on Friday. They fell in police net when they attempted to deceive a customer on the bank premises. SHO, Pirbahore police station, Abdul Halim said: "The criminals targeted a customer Ravindra Kumar, who withdrew Rs 10,000 from the bank. They approached him for exchange of currency notes, offering four Rs 500 notes in exchange for smaller denominations. However, their suspicious behaviour caught the attention of the bank manager." Acting promptly, the manager ordered security personnel to lock the bank's gates and immediately informed the Pirbahore police station. The police arrived quickly and took the suspects into custody. The arrested frauds were identified as Harendra Tiwari (55), Jitendra Kumar (36), and Ranjan Mishra (50). "All three are hardened criminals, having served jail terms earlier," the SHO said.
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Fishermen call for stone seawall to restore water quality at Teluk Nipah
SUNGAI PETANI: Fishermen in Kampung Teluk Nipah, Kota Kuala Muda, have urged authorities to build a stone seawall along 200 metres of coastline to curb erosion and restore seawater quality, which has turned reddish due to earlier soil dumping. Abdul Halim Hasan, 66, said the water was once clear and popular for beach recreation and shellfish gathering, but has been discoloured since the area was filled with hill soil during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period over four years ago. 'The soil contained red-coloured stones, locally known as 'batu kawi'. When waves crash into the area, the particles are stirred up, turning the water reddish,' he told Bernama. Although the reclamation was halted following intervention by the authorities, Abdul Halim said the damage continues as the exposed soil is still being eroded by waves. He added the pollution has also caused a significant decline in marine life, with shellfish nearly disappearing and fish catches dropping sharply. Zamri Shuib, 55, said daily catches have become barely enough to cover operating costs, with many species such as Korean shrimp and gelama fish now rare. 'Some days we make around RM100 and that's before deducting fuel, nets and labour. Sometimes we have to go 10 kilometres offshore just to get a modest catch, and even then, we're competing with large trawlers and drag nets. A stone barrier could help restore the area,' he said. Zamri acknowledged that a concrete seawall might be costly but suggested that at minimum, a rock cage or gabion wall could help stabilise the shoreline and reduce sediment pollution. Md Nazri Yahya, 57, added that erratic weather and the monsoon season from June to September further threaten the fishermen's livelihoods. 'Previously, we could fish close to shore. Now the sea near the coast is dead. Around 50 to 60 small-scale fishermen depend on this area, and our income is falling fast,' he said. He urged the government to act quickly, warning that prolonged inaction could permanently damage the local marine ecosystem. Yesterday, the Penang Consumers Association (CAP) also called on authorities to take urgent action to address erosion in Teluk Nipah, including building shoreline protection structures. CAP said the issue, stemming from uncontrolled hill clearing and soil dumping, has persisted for over four years without effective intervention.
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Climate
- Barnama
Fishermen Call For Stone Seawall To Restore Water Quality At Teluk Nipah
GENERAL SUNGAI PETANI, July 16 (Bernama) -- Fishermen in Kampung Teluk Nipah, Kota Kuala Muda, have urged authorities to build a stone seawall along 200 metres of coastline to curb erosion and restore seawater quality, which has turned reddish due to earlier soil dumping. Abdul Halim Hasan, 66, said the water was once clear and popular for beach recreation and shellfish gathering, but has been discoloured since the area was filled with hill soil during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period over four years ago. 'The soil contained red-coloured stones, locally known as 'batu kawi'. When waves crash into the area, the particles are stirred up, turning the water reddish,' he told Bernama. Although the reclamation was halted following intervention by the authorities, Abdul Halim said the damage continues as the exposed soil is still being eroded by waves. He added the pollution has also caused a significant decline in marine life, with shellfish nearly disappearing and fish catches dropping sharply. Zamri Shuib, 55, said daily catches have become barely enough to cover operating costs, with many species such as Korean shrimp and gelama fish now rare. 'Some days we make around RM100 and that's before deducting fuel, nets and labour. Sometimes we have to go 10 kilometres offshore just to get a modest catch, and even then, we're competing with large trawlers and drag nets. A stone barrier could help restore the area,' he said. Zamri acknowledged that a concrete seawall might be costly but suggested that at minimum, a rock cage or gabion wall could help stabilise the shoreline and reduce sediment pollution. Md Nazri Yahya, 57, added that erratic weather and the monsoon season from June to September further threaten the fishermen's livelihoods.
