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Malay Mail
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Possible shake-up for top two leaders in PAS muktamar as spiritual adviser says all posts open to contest
KANGAR, July 5 – PAS said it is open to contests for all positions, including the top posts of president and deputy president, at its 71st Muktamar or annual congress scheduled for September. Its spiritual leader Datuk Hashim Jasin was quoted saying the Islamist part has a history of allowing contests at all levels and the decision on whether to challenge the top leadership would ultimately lie with the delegates. 'As of now, I am not aware whether there will be contests for the posts of president or deputy president. Whether or not there is a contest will be determined at the muktamar,' he was quoted as saying by Utusan Malaysia. Hashim noted that unlike some parties, PAS does not discourage contests for leadership roles. 'PAS is always open to contests, as long as the nominations meet the requirements,' he added. Recent media reports had speculated that PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang might step down due to health concerns, though this has been denied by party leaders. Utusan reproted that the Pengkalan Chepa PAS Youth wing has nominated vice-president Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah for the deputy president post. The incumbent, Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man, reportedly said he would consider the nominations before making a decision.
Malay Mail
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
After Perlis internal poll shocks, Hashim Jasin warns PAS leaders not to chase posts but restore party unity
KANGAR, June 27 – PAS spiritual leader Datuk Hashim Jasin has reportedly urged party leaders who were defeated in the recent divisional polls to remain committed to the party's cause and not withdraw from its activities. He said unity must be prioritised after the internal contests, and those who lost should not harbour resentment but support the new leadership and continue contributing to the Islamist party's struggle. 'We must remember that after the elections, the main task is to restore unity, and if there are any rifts, we must return to the fold. Our real opponents are not those we contested against in the election — they are our comrades. 'I sincerely hope that our goal is not to seek fame or higher positions through victory, but to uphold the trust that has been given,' he was quoted saying by Utusan Malaysia. Hashim also reminded those elected that their positions carry responsibilities and that they were entrusted by party delegates to support both the party and its grassroots. The recent divisional election in Arau saw a major upset when Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli lost his post as division chief. Several other key state leaders, including the State Assembly Speaker and executive councillors, also failed to secure positions in their respective divisions. Hashim said the party must remain the guiding force behind the state government, in line with decisions made during last year's PAS annual assembly. He stressed that PAS should be involved not only in shaping government policies but also in influencing key appointments.
Free Malaysia Today
25-06-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Cops nab parents for allegedly abusing 6-year-old boy
A medical examination of the boy found no bruises or swelling, but a visible mark consistent with a prick by a needle or small sharp object on his left arm. KANGAR : Police have arrested the mother and stepfather of a six-year-old boy in Kampung Dato Ahmad Musa, Simpang Empat, on suspicion of child abuse. Kangar police chief Yusharifuddin Yusop said the 37-year-old man and 27-year-old woman were arrested at about 11pm yesterday and had been remanded for four days starting today. He said the boy told his grandfather, who lodged a police report on Sunday, that he was pinched on the right thigh, slapped on the head, hit with a stone on the left side of his chest, pricked with a needle on his left arm and choked by his mother and stepfather. 'An examination at Tuanku Fauziah Hospital by the doctor on duty found no bruises or swelling on any part of the victim's body except for a mark consistent with a prick by a needle or small sharp object on his left arm. 'The victim is being treated at the hospital,' he said in a statement. Yusharifuddin said the child reportedly told his grandfather about the abuse on Friday at about 9pm, saying that it had occurred at his mother's house in Simpang Empat. The case is being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001.
Free Malaysia Today
24-06-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Married couple claims trial to abusing daughter
A mechanic and housewife have been charged with abusing their 10-year-old daughter last week, resulting in physical injuries. (Freepik pic) KANGAR : A married couple pleaded not guilty in the sessions court here today to a charge of abusing their 10-year-old daughter last week, resulting in physical injuries to the child. The man, a mechanic, and his wife, a homemaker, both aged 37, claimed trial after the charge was read before judge Sharifah Norazlita Syed Salim Idid. The husband and wife, as individuals having custody of the child, were accused of committing the offence against the girl at a house in Taman Desa Saujana, Arau, at around 12.15pm on June 18. They were charged under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code, which is punishable by a maximum jail term of 20 years, a fine of up to RM50,000, or both, upon conviction. The court allowed their release on bail of RM20,000 each with the additional conditions that they report to the nearest police station every month and are prohibited from approaching or disturbing the victim until the case concludes. The court fixed July 17 for mention. Deputy public prosecutor Nabilah Ahmad Poad prosecuted while the couple was represented by lawyer S Devendran.
Malay Mail
24-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Kangar couple charged with abusing 10-year-old daughter, plead not guilty
KANGAR, June 24 (Bernama) -- A married couple pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of abusing their daughter, which resulted in the child sustaining physical injuries last week. The male accused, a mechanic, and his wife, a homemaker, both aged 37, claimed trial after the charge was read to them before Judge Sharifah Norazlita Syed Salim Idid. According to the charge, the couple, as individuals having custody of the child, allegedly committed the offence against the girl, aged 10 years and eight months, at a house in Taman Desa Saujana, Arau, at around 12.15 pm on June 18. They were charged under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code, and punishable under Section 31(1) of the same Act, which provides for a jail term of up to 20 years, a fine of up to RM50,000, or both, upon conviction. The court allowed both accused to be released on bail of RM20,000 each with one Malaysian surety and imposed additional conditions: they must report to the nearest police station on the 1st of every month and are prohibited from approaching or disturbing the victim until the case is concluded. The court fixed July 17 for mention for the submission of related documents. Deputy public prosecutor Nabilah Ahmad Poad prosecuted the case, while the couple was represented by lawyer S. Devendran. — Bernama
