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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- New Straits Times
Secret 'gay party' in rural Kelantan sparks outrage among villagers
KOTA BARU: The quiet village of Kampung Kemumin, near Pengkalan Chepa, has been rocked by the shocking revelation of a secret gathering of more than 100 gay men. The event was held last month and exposed recently by Kelantan police. It has sparked outrage and disbelief in a community known for its strong Islamic values. One resident, who wished to be known only as Norliza, said the news was a bombshell. "I was completely shocked when I heard about the raid. Our village has never seen anything like this, not in Kelantan," said the 38-year-old eatery owner. Norliza said she learnt of the incident when the village head stopped by her shop on Thursday to share details from a police press conference. "To hear that it was a gay gathering and that police found condoms and HIV medication at the scene was deeply shocking. "We've always assumed such things only happen in big cities. Never here, in our backyard." She said the incident had severely tarnished the state's image. A labourer who only wanted to be known as Ahmad, 53, described the news as disturbing but necessary to confront. "It's a bitter pill to swallow, but this is the reality. Kelantan may be very Islamic, but that doesn't make it immune to immoral activities. "People need to wake up. These things are happening." He said the raid had opened villagers' eyes to the possibility of other unhealthy activities taking place in secret. "We were all taken aback when we heard that police raided a bungalow rented by the group. "Who knows what else could be going on under our noses?" A check at the homestay used for the gathering showed that it was operating as usual, with several guests seen on the premises. The property is at the edge of the village, near a riverbank. Kota Baru police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Rosdi Daud said investigations were ongoing. "We have detained three people and they have been charged under Section 292 of the Penal Code for possessing obscene materials. "Others were released after having their statements recorded. If necessary, we will call them back for further investigation."
The Star
02-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
PTPTN allocates RM47.8mil in advance loans for July 2025 intake
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) has allocated RM47.8mil in Loan Advance Payment (WPP) to 31,850 students pursuing diploma studies at public universities and polytechnics for the July 2025 intake. In a statement on Wednesday (July 2), PTPTN said each eligible student will receive RM1,500 to assist with initial preparation costs, ensuring their welfare is safeguarded as they begin their higher education. WPP is offered to Malaysian students who consented to receive the advance loan during their application to public higher education institutions (IPTA) via UPUOnline or the official admission portals, and whose parents or guardians are recipients of the government's Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) aid, subject to eligibility criteria. Since its introduction in 1999, WPP has benefited 990,638 students with total disbursements amounting to RM1.46bil as of May 31 this year. As an agency under the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE), PTPTN said it remains committed to supporting students in gaining access to tertiary education. Students can check their WPP offer through the myPTPTN app and redeem the funds at any Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd (BIMB) branch nationwide from today until Sept 1, by presenting their WPP offer letter and MyKad, although representatives are not allowed. PTPTN chairperson Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim led a delegation to personally visit WPP recipients in Bukit Gelugor, Penang, where a total of 1,419 students were offered assistance mounting to RM2.13mil. Norliza advised students to use the funds responsibly and encouraged them to apply for full PTPTN loans according to their institution's application timeline to ensure timely processing and approval. Applicants are also required to open a National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN) account via the app before submitting their PTPTN loan applications. - Bernama
The Sun
18-05-2025
- The Sun
Children of FRU crash victims receive SSPN benefits
IPOH: The three children of the late Sergeant Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who was killed in a recent road crash, are eligible to receive RM193,000 in benefits through the National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN). National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) chairman Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim said the benefits were derived from the late 46-year-old FRU officer's savings under two products – Simpan SSPN Prime and Simpan SSPN Plus. The late Mohd Roslan had opened a Simpan SSPN Prime account for himself on May 7, making him eligible for a takaful protection benefit of RM1,000 and a death benefit of RM3,000. 'He also opened three Simpan SSPN Plus accounts under the Intan Package for his three children on March 31, 2019. With a monthly commitment of RM30 per account – RM20 for savings and RM10 for takaful – he qualified for Simpan SSPN Plus benefits, including an accidental death takaful coverage of RM60,000 per account, totalling RM180,000 across all three. 'Additionally, the beneficiaries are entitled to a death benefit of RM9,000 for the three accounts. This brings the total Simpan SSPN Plus benefits to RM189,000, and the overall benefits including Simpan SSPN Prime to RM193,000,' she said during the PTPTN Ziarah Kasih programme visit to Mohd Roslan's family home here today. Norliza said another FRU personnel killed in the same accident, Corporal Amiruddin Zabri, 38, who was also a Simpan SSPN Prime depositor, received a takaful protection benefit and death benefit totalling RM4,000. As part of the Ziarah Kasih programme, PTPTN also visited five homes of the FRU accident victims in Perak today. During the visits, Norliza said PTPTN had provided corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions in the form of cash amounting to RM15,000 to the children of the FRU crash victims, involving 15 individuals, with each receiving RM1,000 in the form of a Simpan SSPN Prime account. 'PTPTN hopes that through this CSR contribution and the takaful protection and death benefits from Simpan SSPN, the financial burden of the families left behind can be eased. 'Although no amount can replace their loss, the benefits received are hoped to safeguard the education of the children and support their future. As an agency under the Ministry of Higher Education, PTPTN remains committed to ensuring that the education of our future generation is well preserved,' she said. In the incident that occurred at 8.50 am on Tuesday (May 13), nine FRU personnel were killed and nine others injured when the truck they were in collided with a stone-laden lorry on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, Teluk Intan, while returning to their base in Sungai Senam, Teluk Intan.
Barnama
18-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Children Of FRU Crash Victims Receive SSPN Benefits
GENERAL IPOH, May 18 (Bernama) -- The three children of the late Sergeant Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who was killed in a recent road crash, are eligible to receive RM193,000 in benefits through the National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN). National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) chairman Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim said the benefits were derived from the late 46-year-old FRU officer's savings under two products – Simpan SSPN Prime and Simpan SSPN Plus. The late Mohd Roslan had opened a Simpan SSPN Prime account for himself on May 7, making him eligible for a takaful protection benefit of RM1,000 and a death benefit of RM3,000. 'He also opened three Simpan SSPN Plus accounts under the Intan Package for his three children on March 31, 2019. With a monthly commitment of RM30 per account – RM20 for savings and RM10 for takaful – he qualified for Simpan SSPN Plus benefits, including an accidental death takaful coverage of RM60,000 per account, totalling RM180,000 across all three. 'Additionally, the beneficiaries are entitled to a death benefit of RM9,000 for the three accounts. This brings the total Simpan SSPN Plus benefits to RM189,000, and the overall benefits including Simpan SSPN Prime to RM193,000,' she said during the PTPTN Ziarah Kasih programme visit to Mohd Roslan's family home here today. Norliza said another FRU personnel killed in the same accident, Corporal Amiruddin Zabri, 38, who was also a Simpan SSPN Prime depositor, received a takaful protection benefit and death benefit totalling RM4,000. As part of the Ziarah Kasih programme, PTPTN also visited five homes of the FRU accident victims in Perak today. During the visits, Norliza said PTPTN had provided corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions in the form of cash amounting to RM15,000 to the children of the FRU crash victims, involving 15 individuals, with each receiving RM1,000 in the form of a Simpan SSPN Prime account. 'PTPTN hopes that through this CSR contribution and the takaful protection and death benefits from Simpan SSPN, the financial burden of the families left behind can be eased.
The Star
18-05-2025
- The Star
FRU crash: Victims' children receive SSPN benefits
IPOH: The three children of the late Sarjan Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who died in the crash on Tuesday (May 13) are eligible to receive RM193,000 in benefits through the National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN). National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) chairman Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim said the benefits were derived from the late 46-year-old FRU officer's savings under two products - Simpan SSPN Prime and Simpan SSPN Plus. Sjn Mohd Roslan had opened a Simpan SSPN Prime account for himself on May 7, making him eligible for a takaful protection benefit of RM1,000 and a death benefit of RM3,000. "He also opened three Simpan SSPN Plus accounts under the Intan Package for his three children on March 31, 2019. With a monthly commitment of RM30 per account - RM20 for savings and RM10 for takaful - he qualified for Simpan SSPN Plus benefits, including an accidental death takaful coverage of RM60,000 per account, totalling RM180,000 across all three. "Additionally, the beneficiaries are entitled to a death benefit of RM9,000 for the three accounts. This brings the total Simpan SSPN Plus benefits to RM189,000, and the overall benefits, including Simpan SSPN Prime to RM193,000," she said during the PTPTN Ziarah Kasih programme visit to Mohd Roslan's family home here on Sunday (May 18). Norliza said another FRU personnel killed in the same accident, Koperal Amiruddin Zabri, 38, who was also a Simpan SSPN Prime depositor, received a takaful protection benefit and death benefit totalling RM4,000. As part of the Ziarah Kasih programme, PTPTN also visited five homes of the FRU accident victims in Perak on Sunday. During the visits, Norliza said PTPTN had provided corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions in the form of cash amounting to RM15,000 to the children of the FRU crash victims, involving 15 individuals, with each receiving RM1,000 in the form of a Simpan SSPN Prime account. "PTPTN hopes that through this CSR contribution and the takaful protection and death benefits from Simpan SSPN, the financial burden of the families left behind can be eased. "Although no amount can replace their loss, the benefits received are hoped to safeguard the children's education and support their future. As an agency under the Higher Education Ministry, PTPTN remains committed to ensuring that the education of our future generation is well preserved," she said. In the incident that occurred at 8.50 am on Tuesday (May 13), nine FRU personnel were killed and nine others injured when the truck they were in collided with a stone-laden lorry on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, Teluk Intan, while returning to their base in Sungai Senam, Teluk Intan. - Bernama
