Ragananthini Vethasalam

Ragananthini is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Saturday, 15 May 2021 10:40 AM

Play your part in fighting Covid-19, social media users tell fellow Malaysians

They call out other citizens for not complying with the stipulated standard operating procedure.

Play your part in fighting Covid-19, social media users tell fellow Malaysians

Friday, 14 May 2021 07:00 AM

Non-Covid patients not neglected, says minister

There are 68 hybrid hospitals caring for coronavirus and other patients.

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Non-Covid patients not neglected, says minister

Friday, 14 May 2021 07:00 AM

MOH to increase ICUs, ventilators, ambulances

Dr Adham Baba says other government agencies will help ensure adequate facilities as Covid-19 cases surge.

MOH to increase ICUs, ventilators, ambulances

Thursday, 13 May 2021 07:02 PM

MOH reports 8 new Covid-19 clusters

Out of the eight, five were linked to workplaces, two community transmission and one religious activities.

MOH reports 8 new Covid-19 clusters

Thursday, 13 May 2021 06:51 PM

ICU Covid-19 patient numbers remain at record breaking levels

The number of Covid-19 patients warded into ICU is on an upward trend since May 6.

ICU Covid-19 patient numbers remain at record breaking levels


Thursday, 13 May 2021 03:36 PM

4,855 new Covid-19 cases

Today’s total is the fourth-highest since the start of the pandemic.

4,855 new Covid-19 cases

Thursday, 13 May 2021 02:14 PM

Adham denies doctors told to reserve ventilators for younger Covid patients

Minister says Malaysia has 'not reached that stage' where hospitals have to take triage.

Adham denies doctors told to reserve ventilators for younger Covid patients

Wednesday, 12 May 2021 08:00 PM

20 new Covid-19 clusters with 12 linked to workplaces

Selangor has the highest number today, at five.

20 new Covid-19 clusters with 12 linked to workplaces

Wednesday, 12 May 2021 04:26 PM

4,765 new Covid-19 cases, 2,082 in Selangor

National caseload stands at 453,222.

4,765 new Covid-19 cases, 2,082 in Selangor

Wednesday, 12 May 2021 07:00 AM

MCO 3.0 must come with aid, loan repayment moratorium, say economists

Strategy rethink on stimulus packages a must as govt may not have resources to continue supporting entire economy.

MCO 3.0 must come with aid, loan repayment moratorium, say economists

Monday, 10 May 2021 07:57 AM

45% of Covid shots gone to world’s richest nations, 0.3% to poorest

WHO chief calls inequal distribution 'a moral failure'.

45% of Covid shots gone to world’s richest nations, 0.3% to poorest

Saturday, 08 May 2021 05:05 PM

Unused AstraZeneca jabs given to those on waiting list, walk-ins, says Adham

Health minister says this is only permitted if there are would-be recipients who are unable to take the jab for valid reasons.

Saturday, 08 May 2021 12:50 PM

Malls among virus hotspots in govt’s new hotspot identification system

Bangsar Shopping Centre, Bangsar Village 2, Pavillion and MidValley in Kuala Lumpur were among the group of malls on the list.

Malls among virus hotspots in govt’s new hotspot identification system

Saturday, 08 May 2021 11:25 AM

Hospitals told to brace for surge in critical Covid-19 cases

Surgeries are to be suspended to free up beds while nurses will receive rapid training in Covid care, says Noor Hisham.

Hospitals told to brace for surge in critical Covid-19 cases

Saturday, 08 May 2021 06:56 AM

Late rollout of jabs means delayed herd immunity, say health experts

Malaysia will miss aim of inoculating 60% of population by year end if situation persists.

Late rollout of jabs means delayed herd immunity, say health experts