Lawyers slam 'climate of fear' after arrest of govt critic over social media post
Lawyers for Liberty recalls the constitutional guarantee of freedom of speech and warns the police against the misuse of power to clamp down on dissenting opinions.
Abuse of power and waste of time, lawyers say on police probe over pic of Wan Azizah, Netanyahu's wife
Lawyers for Liberty also takes the police to task over claims that activist Syarul Ema had been 'uncooperative' in the investigation.
Singapore police appear to confirm arrest of Three Arrows co-founder Su Zhu
Three Arrows Capital was one of the first high-profile cryptocurrency firms to collapse in 2022, filing for bankruptcy after being hit by a sharp sell-off in crypto markets.
Indian police widen probe into funding of news portal
An official of the home (interior) ministry said Delhi police began questioning nine journalists and social activists linked to the portal NewsClick.
India police raid media office, journalists' homes in illegal funding probe
The raids were part of an investigation by the Enforcement Directorate, India's financial crime agency, into suspected money laundering by NewsClick, reports say.
Vietnam puts property developer's bond scam takings at US$1.2 billion
Vietnam recently broadened its anti-graft drive with a series of high-profile corporate arrests, including top stockbrokers, property developers and even regulators.
Does PM agree with arrest of auxiliary cop for insulting him, ask lawyers
Lawyers for Liberty reminds Anwar Ibrahim of Pakatan Harapan’s pledge while in the opposition to do away with provisions under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Volunteer policewoman nabbed for insulting comment on FB
The case is being investigated under Section 504 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955.
Lee questioned by police over interpretation of Quranic verse
The Ipoh Timur MP gave his statement to the police under Section 112 of the Criminal Procedure Code.
Police to question Lee over use of Quranic verse
Ipoh Timur MP Howard Lee says he will cooperate fully with the investigation.
Cops probing DAP leader's use of Quranic verses to urge Muslim support for govt
DAP's Howard Lee had posted a video citing a verse urging Muslims to obey those in authority.
Zaid questioned over social media post on Zahid DNAA
Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin is also questioned on his remarks during the Simpang Jeram by-election campaign in Johor.
