KAZAN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today promoted Malaysias Madani Framework as a forward-looking model that blends economic progress with moral leadership. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

MUAR: A man accused of raping his girlfriend three years ago has been ordered to enter his defence in the Sessions Court here today. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

NILAI: A number of residents were barred from entering a condominium compound in Nilai following a fatal shootout between police and two armed men last night, as the area was cordoned off for forensic investigations. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

PONTIAN: Pontian district police headquarters Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) received a report from a female food trader who claims to have been scammed in a lottery ticket redemption scheme, resulting in a loss of RM8,500. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KOTA KINABALU: A 64-year-old man was sentenced to 16 years' jail and 10 strokes of the rotan by the Sessions Court here today for repeatedly raping his biological daughter since she was eight years old. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KOTA BARU: Kelantan is experiencing a significant surge in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases this year, with 8,801 infections reported as of epidemiological week 19. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, has reminded all Johor state assembly members to fulfil the needs of the people. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The Regent of Johor, His Royal Highness Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, has expressed disappointment over the irresponsible actions of individuals who recently dumped rubbish into rivers in the state. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

LAHAD DATU: The struggle for Sabahs rights is not exclusive to any local party but a shared responsibility of all Sabahans who want to see the states future safeguarded, said former Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Salleh Said Keruak. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUCHING: Teachers can now apply for transfers after serving a minimum of two years, the education ministry said. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said bringing fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, back to Malaysia to face justice, would ruffle some feathers. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KAZAN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to deliver a keynote address at the Strategic Vision Group (SVG) RussiaIslamic World dialogue, on the final day of his official visit to Russia. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

MUAR: The charges against a man who allegedly burned and killed three of his family members including his parents last August has been transferred to the Muar High Court. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

PUTRAJAYA: The ongoing campaign for the PKR party election may be competitive, but Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail is optimistic that it will not cause division among members or affect unity in the party. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Big Blue Taxi Services founder Datuk Shamsubahrin Ismail has been acquitted of a cheating charge involving a RM300,000 mall security contract six years ago. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue its effort to manage undocumented migrants in the country with the resumption of the Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 (PRM 2.0). New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court has once again permitted the Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain to initiate committal proceedings against controversial blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, also known as Papagomo. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) scandal involving jailed former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak may be just one of many cases in which billions were stolen by former leaders. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

NILAI: Two armed suspects were shot dead by federal police following a brief car chase that ended in a shootout at a condominium car park here. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Nation-building requires grassroots involvement, not just leadership decisions, said Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar, stressing the importance of active participation from party members. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KAZAN: Malaysia remains steadfast in its pursuit of justice for the victims of flight MH17, which was shot down over Ukraine in 2014, said political secretary to the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUCHING: Education must evolve to equip communities with cutting-edge knowledge, ensuring contributions to human civilisation, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KAZAN: Malaysia could unlock up to US$10 billion in trade and investment opportunities with Russia over the next five years as both countries intensify bilateral cooperation across strategic sectors, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's aide. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: It is harus or permissible for Muslims to attend invitations or events for non-Islamic celebrations without any religious rituals said the Chairman of the Muafakat Committee, National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs Malaysia (MKI) Datuk Dr Nooh Gadot. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUCHING: Discussions on the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in the context of education have been successfully implemented thanks to strong cooperation between the Federal and state governments, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KAZAN: Tatarstan has expressed keen interest in adopting Malaysias Islamic finance model as it seeks to formalise and expand Shariah-compliant banking practices within the Russian Federation. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

JOHOR BARU: Three primary suspects involved in a brawl during a live music event at a gym in City Plaza on May 10 will be charged in court tomorrow. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Over 2,000 tonnes of waste are collected daily in the federal capital, with Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) incurring an annual waste management cost of RM220 million. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Owners of old vehicles are being encouraged to trade them in for new Proton models under the RM4.8 million "Proton Xchange Programme", launched today by the national carmaker in collaboration with Car Medic Sdn Bhd. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

TELUK INTAN: The stretch of road along Jalan ChikusSungai Lampam, located in a rural area with limited infrastructure particularly the absence of traffic lights is believed to be a contributing factor to the frequent accidents occurring in the vicinity. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

SEREMBAN: A businessman pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to five charges involving the illegal possession and transfer of controlled cooking oil, as well as failing to maintain stock records of the commodity. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KAZAN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was today honoured with the opportunity to deliver a public lecture at a renowned academic institution in Russia, the Moscow State Institute of International Relations University (MGIMO). New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA LUMPUR: Ten individuals were fined between RM700 and RM2,000 each by the magistrates court here today for providing false information to the National Registration Department (NRD) to obtain birth certificates and identity cards. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUANTAN: A company director pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of deceiving the director of the Pahang Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) by hiding details about the sale of two white lions and a Eurasian lynx to Melaka Zoo for RM68,000, four years ago. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

GUA MUSANG: Police are seeking public assistance to locate a 19-year-old girl who has been reported missing after leaving her home earlier this week. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

THE third edition of OHSEM360 bersama Media Prima is set to make a grand return on June 12 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL), offering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) a timely opportunity to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and data for business transformation. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KUALA KRAI: The General Operations Force (GOF) have detained 11 illegal immigrants in a raid on an unlicensed iron ore mining site here, following public tip-offs. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

KULAI: A married couple, both badly affected by Covid-19 during the pandemic, were overcome with gratitude today as they prepared to depart for the haj after 14 years of being on the waiting list. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

MOSCOW: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Russian President Vladimir Putin had affirmed Russias readiness to cooperate with a thorough and independent investigation into the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

TEMERLOH: Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has defended his decision to resign from the cabinet if he fails to retain the PKR deputy presidency in the party elections later this month. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd