Asila Jalil

Asila is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight. You can follow her on Twitter.

E-mail: [email protected]


Saturday, 09 Feb 2019 06:50 AM

Homeless and cheerless at Chinese New Year

Those sleeping rough in the city hope for nothing more than some food and a little pocket money.

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Homeless and cheerless at Chinese New Year

Thursday, 07 Feb 2019 02:37 PM

Ministers only promote govt-related products, says DPM

Govt does not highlight privately owned brands, says Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.  

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Ministers only promote govt-related products, says DPM

Thursday, 07 Feb 2019 01:30 PM

New law to protect senior citizens, says Dr Wan Azizah

Too many cases of elderly neglect as children lack means to take care of parents.

New law to protect senior citizens, says Dr Wan Azizah

Wednesday, 06 Feb 2019 02:25 PM

Tightened purse strings make for muted CNY

Economic downturn sees Chinese spending less on firecrackers, decorations.

Tightened purse strings make for muted CNY

Wednesday, 06 Feb 2019 12:41 PM

No cabinet reshuffle, confirms Dr Mahathir

PM puts an end to talk of changes in line-up after CNY.

No cabinet reshuffle, confirms Dr Mahathir


Monday, 04 Feb 2019 11:00 AM

Welfare aid? What’s that, ask urban homeless

Putrajaya’s cost-of-living aid, insurance schemes not designed to meet needs of the neediest as they require an address, online access.

Welfare aid? What’s that, ask urban homeless

Friday, 01 Feb 2019 05:00 PM

Political appointments in Yadim not breach of manifesto, says DAP aide

Appointments may be arguable but not against coalition’s promise as Yadim not out to make profits, says Syahredzan Johan.

Political appointments in Yadim not breach of manifesto, says DAP aide

Thursday, 31 Jan 2019 07:00 PM

Quarrelling ministers dent Pakatan’s credibility, say analysts

They urge cabinet members to heed Daim Zainuddin's advice to stop bickering openly.

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Quarrelling ministers dent Pakatan’s credibility, say analysts

Wednesday, 30 Jan 2019 05:55 PM

Putrajaya gives RM20 million to ‘Buy Malaysian Products’ campaign

Amount allocated under Budget 2019 handed to Domestic Trade and Consumers Ministry today.

Putrajaya gives RM20 million to ‘Buy Malaysian Products’ campaign

Wednesday, 30 Jan 2019 03:09 PM

Malaysia to recoup part of stolen 1MDB money this year, says Guan Eng

It's not much but it's a start, says finance minister.

Malaysia to recoup part of stolen 1MDB money this year, says Guan Eng

Wednesday, 30 Jan 2019 02:54 PM

Putrajaya-Beijing talks on ECRL must be confidential, says Guan Eng

Negotiations between Malaysia and China are sensitive and must be away from ‘public glare’, says finance minister.

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Putrajaya-Beijing talks on ECRL must be confidential, says Guan Eng

Wednesday, 23 Jan 2019 02:36 PM

Altantuya showed picture of herself with two Razaks, says cousin

She tsaid one was her boyfriend and the other was the deputy prime minister of Malaysia, Burmaa Oyunchimeg tells court.

Altantuya showed picture of herself with two Razaks, says cousin

Tuesday, 22 Jan 2019 11:00 AM

Bersih counts bribery, threats among Cameron Highlands offences

Both Pakatan Harapan, BN guilty with ministerial visits in run-up to elections and causing disharmony, says electoral watchdog.

Bersih counts bribery, threats among Cameron Highlands offences

Sunday, 20 Jan 2019 08:48 PM

Najib rubbishes Chef Wan’s bribery claim

Previous govt did not bribe Felda settlers, but helped them, says ex-PM.

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Najib rubbishes Chef Wan’s bribery claim

Sunday, 20 Jan 2019 08:37 PM

CJ, A-G dance raises concerns about separation of powers, says Najib

Former PM says video of dancing duo has led to the people questioning whether principle in place.

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CJ, A-G dance raises concerns about separation of powers, says Najib