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- Najib urges Indian community to re-evaluate BN govt contribution
- Fernandez’s remark can strain ties between politicians and civil servants, says alumni
- Floods in Jerantut, 40 people evacuated
| Najib urges Indian community to re-evaluate BN govt contribution Posted: 23 Nov 2012 07:57 AM PST KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak Friday urged the country's Indian community to re-evaluate the Barisan Nasional (BN) government's contribution and assistance to the community throughout the past four years. "The Government had resolved many of the community's pending problems, including providing large allocations to upgrade their education and economic status," he said. "Since becoming Prime Minister, the allocations for Indians increased significantly. "Assistance for Tamil schools between 2009 and 2012 touched RM300mil, with an additional RM100mil in the 2013 Budget," he said at the launch of Tamil books by local authors, at the Dewan Tunku Chancellor, Universiti Malaya here. He said the Government had also resolved other problems, such as identity card and birth certificate applications and citizenship status. "Under the 1Malaysia concept, we want to ensure all government policies benefit every ethnic group, big or small," he added. He cautioned the people not to believe the opposition who seemed to be confused with their separate views. "They're sleeping on the same pillow but having different dreams. We cannot gamble our future. Our future and that of our children is too valuable for that," he said. In relation to the Tamil books, Najib requested the Malaysian Institute of Translation and Books to assist more such publications in order to preserve the Indian community's cultural and literary heritage for future generations. He said although the Indian community was no different from other ethnic groups in wanting to preserve its own identity, they still contributed towards the nation's unity and the Malaysian society. "I'm here to support Makkal Sakti Party and Universiti Malaya's efforts because I understand it is close to the Tamil community's heart. "I believe this programme can give 'Puthiya Nambikkai' (new hope) for Tamil authors in Malaysia," he said while launching 10 Tamil books by local authors, at the event. Also present were Sakti Foundation president, Datuk R.S Thananthiran and Cherish & Share Programme director, Prof Dr M.Rajantheran. - Bernama |
| Fernandez’s remark can strain ties between politicians and civil servants, says alumni Posted: 23 Nov 2012 07:43 AM PST KUALA LUMPUR: The Administrative and Diplomatic Officers Alumni Association said the remark by Petaling Jaya City Council member Derek Fernandez can strain the harmonious working relationship between politicians and civil servants. Its president Tan Sri Sallehudin Mohamad urged Fernandez who likened civil servants as 'monkeys' while commenting on the transfer of the mayor to withdraw his remark in order to protect the harmonious relationship. "The civil service is the pillar in the administration of any country. "The responsibility entrusted is indeed noble and heavy a burden. "The civil service expects sincere cooperation and positive support from all parties in the government, including political leaders appointed by supporters," he said in a statement here Friday. Fernandez was quoted as saying in an English newspaper: "Let's see who the candidates are. If they are going to nominate some monkeys, we will reject." - Bernama |
| Floods in Jerantut, 40 people evacuated Posted: 23 Nov 2012 05:24 AM PST JERANTUT: Forty people from seven families in Felda Kota Gelanggi near here, were evacuated to a flood relief centre due to floods at 3am Friday morning. Jerantut Police Chief Superintendent Azid Ismail said until 6pm, all victims were still placed at the Felda Kota Gelanggi Public Hall. "Flood levels at their residence was between 1 to 1.5 meters due to heavy rain since yesterday," he said Friday. Azid said there was no unwanted incident as the residents had complied with the direction given by authorities to evacuate. "The residents will be allowed to return home once the flood waters recede," he said adding that police had warned flood victims to not return home whilst the water level has not dropped. He said at the same time, police personnel will patrol the areas from time to time to prevent the houses of victims from being looted by burglars while they were away. - Bernama |
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