Kuala Lumpur, May 15 : A Malaysian federal court has ruled that the detention of the five Hindu Rights Action Force (HINDRAF) leaders at the Kamunting Detention Centre is legal, and they will remai
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia has bought 200,000 metric tons of rice from Thailand as part of efforts to increase the country's stockpile and reduce fears of a shortage, news reports said Wednesday.
The first 50,000 metric tons of rice is due to arrive within two weeks, said Agriculture Minister Mustapa Mohamed.
He said the government has also announced a 725 million ringgit (213.2 million dollars) subsidy to ease the burden of the people following the increase in the price of rice,
the Star daily reported.
Kuala Lumpur, May 12: Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) supporters have staged nationwide protests demanding proper medical treatment for Hindraf leader P.