SM Amin

SM Amin is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Tuesday, 15 Oct 2019 11:58 AM

I criticised Forest City project over its luxury, not foreign home ownership, says PM

Dr Mahathir Mohamad clarifies his statement regarding the property development in Johor.

I criticised Forest City project over its luxury, not foreign home ownership, says PM

Monday, 14 Oct 2019 04:36 PM

Umno to seek judicial review of MACC demand to return 1MDB funds

It is inappropriate for anti-graft agency to issue such a notice while cases are in court, says Ahmad Maslan.  

Umno to seek judicial review of MACC demand to return 1MDB funds

Monday, 14 Oct 2019 04:24 PM

Dr Mahathir backs use of Sosma in LTTE probe

PM says cops have to invoke act 'in the absence of other laws that can be used'.

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Dr Mahathir backs use of Sosma in LTTE probe

Thursday, 10 Oct 2019 05:55 PM

Group to protest fuel subsidy, calls new scheme eyewash

Tuntut chairman believes move will have spill-over effect, pushing general cost of living up.

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Group to protest fuel subsidy, calls new scheme eyewash

Thursday, 10 Oct 2019 07:39 AM

New dilemma for Malays after dignity congress, say analysts

They say the congress should have focused on uplifting the community rather than racial rhetoric.

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New dilemma for Malays after dignity congress, say analysts


Monday, 07 Oct 2019 01:36 PM

Foodpanda stands by new wage scheme, tells govt not to interfere

MD Sayantan Das says firm welcomes Putrajaya's concerns, but must make decision that is sustainable for operations, riders.

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Foodpanda stands by new wage scheme, tells govt not to interfere

Saturday, 05 Oct 2019 01:48 PM

Blow for MCA as Zahid hints Umno wants Tg Piai

Barisan Nasional chairman says 'it would be good if MCA could be generous' and relinquish its traditional claim to the seat.

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Blow for MCA as Zahid hints Umno wants Tg Piai

Saturday, 05 Oct 2019 07:00 AM

Kg Baru landowners slam minister’s psy-war trick to get their land

They dispute the minister's claim that 90% of landowners have accepted the government's offer to purchase their land.

Kg Baru landowners slam minister’s psy-war trick to get their land

Friday, 04 Oct 2019 09:02 PM

Cuepacs wants Pakatan to reconsider salary hike plan mooted by BN govt

Civil service union president Azih Mudah adds affordable housing, tax breaks, monthly bonuses to wishlist for public servants.

Cuepacs wants Pakatan to reconsider salary hike plan mooted by BN govt

Friday, 04 Oct 2019 08:44 PM

Cuepacs objects to closure of 19 health training institutes

This will affect health services nationwide, as well as staff at institutes across the nation, says Azih Muda.

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Cuepacs objects to closure of 19 health training institutes

Thursday, 03 Oct 2019 01:15 PM

‘Low’ price OK as long as Kg Baru stays Malay, say activists

They say residents must be adequately compensated, but it's unfair to demand prices 'comparable to KLCC'.

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‘Low’ price OK as long as Kg Baru stays Malay, say activists

Wednesday, 02 Oct 2019 10:48 AM

Foodpanda strike shows new law on gig economy needed, says Syed Saddiq

The minister says riders are contradicting Foodpanda's claims that employees will earn more under new payment scheme.

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Foodpanda strike shows new law on gig economy needed, says Syed Saddiq

Tuesday, 01 Oct 2019 06:06 PM

PAS to attend Malay dignity congress, Umno yet to be invited

The PM is also scheduled to attend the event.

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Tuesday, 01 Oct 2019 07:00 AM

Umno branch leaders demand Tg Piai seat, threaten sabotage if MCA stands

They believe the Malay party stands a better chance than its Chinese partner of winning back the constituency, say sources.

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Umno branch leaders demand Tg Piai seat, threaten sabotage if MCA stands

Monday, 30 Sep 2019 08:44 PM

Johor Umno backs Hishammuddin as BN sec-gen

Chairman Hasni Mohamad says former veep’s presence in post would strengthen coalition.

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Johor Umno backs Hishammuddin as BN sec-gen