Ragananthini Vethasalam

Ragananthini is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Sunday, 25 Aug 2019 11:50 AM

Syed Saddiq gets heat over dinner with Zakir Naik

Several Twitter users view this move as hypocritical because the minister had earlier called for Zakir to be deported.

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Syed Saddiq gets heat over dinner with Zakir Naik

Saturday, 24 Aug 2019 06:54 AM

Go-Jek, Indonesia’s most valuable start-up, and why some Malaysians are concerned

Go-Jek is the second company in Southeast Asia to reach US$10 billion in value.

Go-Jek, Indonesia’s most valuable start-up, and why some Malaysians are concerned

Tuesday, 20 Aug 2019 05:30 PM

Malaysia still attractive to foreign investors, says Guan Eng

FDI stock sees a 10.3% increase in Q2 2019, from RM605.1 billion to RM667.5 billion.

Malaysia still attractive to foreign investors, says Guan Eng

Tuesday, 20 Aug 2019 03:19 PM

Monorail passenger numbers will rebound, says confident Loke

Transport minister says refurbished 4-car trains will lead to increase in passenger numbers, which have plummeted since 2014.

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Monorail passenger numbers will rebound, says confident Loke

Tuesday, 20 Aug 2019 02:25 PM

Cabinet to discuss Syed Saddiq’s Go-Jek proposal, says Loke

Transport Ministry will get involved if nod given for Indonesian e-hailing logistics firm to enter Malaysia.

Cabinet to discuss Syed Saddiq’s Go-Jek proposal, says Loke


Monday, 19 Aug 2019 04:37 PM

Lynas operating licence extension explained

All you need to know on government decision to allow controversial company to keep operating in Malaysia.

Saturday, 17 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Not easy to save 30% of income monthly, say B40 individuals

They say it is nearly impossible to have savings at the end of the month due to the high cost of living.

Not easy to save 30% of income monthly, say B40 individuals

Thursday, 15 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Set aside 30% of income for rainy days, retirement

EPF expert identifies what Malaysians need to do to crawl out of debt trap, ensure financial security.

Set aside 30% of income for rainy days, retirement

Tuesday, 13 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Several airlines given show-cause letters over hidden charges, says Mavcom

The commission will evaluate the airlines' submissions before deciding if action will be taken.

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Several airlines given show-cause letters over hidden charges, says Mavcom

Monday, 12 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Penang artificial island to attract high-end industries

State investment arm targeting ‘high-mix low-volume’ manufacturers for man-made island, says Penang Development Corp director.

Penang artificial island to attract high-end industries

Sunday, 11 Aug 2019 08:45 PM

Unrealistic to teach khat in Tamil schools, says Waytha

He says there are more pertinent issues in the education system that need to be addressed.

Unrealistic to teach khat in Tamil schools, says Waytha

Saturday, 10 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Penang needs reclamation to address scarcity of industrial land

Deputy minister says Silicon Valley of the East can benefit from US-China trade war and move up value chain but it needs land to convince investors to move there.  

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Penang needs reclamation to address scarcity of industrial land

Saturday, 10 Aug 2019 07:00 AM

Sleepy town stirred by case of missing British teen

Pantai in Seremban, known for its chill vibe and eco resorts, is now the site of a major search-and-rescue operation between various agencies. 

Sleepy town stirred by case of missing British teen

Friday, 09 Aug 2019 11:01 AM

Pakatan’s efforts to warm ties with China bear fruit

We are seeing a sizeable increase in the number of Chinese companies interested in investing in Malaysia, says Ong Kian Ming.

Pakatan’s efforts to warm ties with China bear fruit

Friday, 09 Aug 2019 11:00 AM

Investment promotion agencies to work together to cut red tape

They will come under the purview of the National Committee of Investments.

Investment promotion agencies to work together to cut red tape