Sarawak minister says Padu 'strips citizens naked'
Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah also wonders if the data collection has hidden motives.
Govt focus on increasing household income, Rafizi says on getting rid of poverty
The economy minister says the government is investing in infrastructure in a bid to create sustainable income-generating programmes.
Education ministry eyes special school for poor students by next year
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek says it is aimed at improving the level of education among children from poor families.
B40 youth welcomes govt assistance for motorcycle licence
He says he would otherwise have had to wait longer, to save enough money for the fees.
Indians among country's poorest, deputy minister reminds govt
MPs from the Indian community also urge action to be taken against those who embezzle funds for personal use.
Poverty among main causes of school dropouts, says deputy minister
Lim Hui Ying says it is a social problem that must be addressed.
In the San Peng flats
The flats, built in 1972, are patrolled each night by members of the residents' association who do their best to keep it safe.
Most hardcore poor from Bumiputera community, says Rafizi
The poverty rate for Bumiputeras is 7.2%, followed by the Indians (4.8%) and the Chinese (1.4%).
The trouble with targeted subsidies in tackling cost of living
The Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations says determining who should receive assistance would require a detailed study.
For the urban poor, even RM5 is too much for a meal
The government's affordable food programme is still out of reach for many, especially those with large families.
Cash aid no fix for poverty, says economist
Government handouts have been a norm ever since the administration of Najib Razak, who first introduced the cash aid programme known as BR1M.
A CNY of counting blessings for Suki and her dad
Their celebration will be small but full of gratitude for the help they have received.