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Tamil League proposed by MIC Youth

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:48:43 +0000

I vaguely remember reading somewhere that Vel Paari is the advisor for MIC Youth. According to him, he has been the advisor since 2004. Well, good for MIC Youth. I’m sure they have strong and valid reason for the appointment. Anyway, what’s the role of MIC Youth Advisory Council headed by Ramis? Maybe they [...]

Can we play a role in determining our deputy prime minister

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:25:40 +0000

As readers may know, 3 people are fighting for the Deputy President position of UMNO. That person will become the next Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, barring any moves by opposition to peacefully take over the Dewan Rakyat with the consent of the King (or something like that). Those three candidates are Muhyiddin Yassin, Ali Rustam [...]

Indians earn only 14 percent more than Malays

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:10:59 +0000

I’m sure the public is well aware of statistics on income according to races as revealed in Mid Term review of 9th Malaysian Plan. Specifically the average income for Malays and Indians were listed as below: Bumiputera’s mean income increased by 5.2% to RM3,156 in 2007 from RM2,711 in 2004. Indians’ income rose 3.2% to RM3,799 from RM3.456 That [...]

Complaints against civil service increases

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:26:28 +0000

As more people become aware of their rights and multiple channels for complaints are created, its bound to happen. Due to things like HINDRAF rally, more Indians dare to stand up for their rights. The wins by opposition parties in some states also provides another voice for public to highlight their grievances. The Internet through [...]

Should Syariah and Civil laws merge?

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:12:11 +0000

There’s suggestion by retired Chief Justice: On Nov 6, retired Chief Justice Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamad said he foresaw that the combination of the two courts would harmonise common law and Syariah law principles in dealing with issues of conflicting laws and jurisdiction during his lecture at the Harvard Law School in the United States. This is [...]

Not automatic citizenship if father is Malaysian?

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:46:04 +0000

I’m am surprised to read in today’s Star Metro section about the plight of Teresa Ratnam. Read the full story at the end of this post. Its clearly stated that if the parent is a citizen, the children is automatically citizens also. But in this case, the children have been deprived. Teresa is stateless but [...]

Bloggers Buff 2008

poobalan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:32:08 +0000

I’m going. Managed to clear my schedule. I attended the 2007 event and found it to be quite beneficial. Now it has been “upgraded” to PWTC level. Mahathir is coming, so this is a good chance to ask him some questions especially on his blog. There’s also a session on legal issues. Hopefully will [...]

RPK at Anti-ISA Freedom Run

poobalan — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 05:50:01 +0000

Some photos of the Anti-ISA Freedom Run by DAP, courtesy of a reader. Note the T-shirts that read “Bebaskan Makkal Sakthi 5″. Share this article in:

Teagarajan aims for Deputy President post

poobalan — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 05:45:31 +0000

Another MIC old hat enters the election. This time, its also an “has-been” - Datuk V.K.K Teagarajan. He is going for Deputy President post (currently held by Palanivel). At a relatively younger age, 60, he aims for the second highest position, with hope that can take over once Samy retires/quits. KUALA LUMPUR: Businessman Datuk V.K.K. Teagarajan, [...]

UMIC 3rd Annual Treasure Hunt 2008

poobalan — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:24:16 +0000

UMIC’s treasure hunt took place today. I had a bad start - overslept, still not feeling 100 percent due to stomach upset, and car battery was dead. Managed to reach the starting point as flag-off took place. This time around, 28 cars took part in a hunt around Klang Valley. It was from 8am till 12.30pm. [...]