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The Sun
5 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Over 13,000 Wi-Fi access points installed at public universities nationwide
SINTOK: More than 13,000 Wi-Fi access points have been installed so far across several public university campuses nationwide as part of the government initiative to enhance internet connectivity at public institutions of higher learning (IPTA), according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the Phase Two of installations is currently ongoing and is expected to be completed within the next five to six weeks. 'Out of the total 32,000 Wi-Fi access points planned for all public universities, approximately 13,000 to 14,000 have already been installed so far. We expect the remaining installations under Phase Two to be completed within the next five to six weeks. 'After Phase Two concludes, we'll begin discussions with the universities to assess whether further improvements are needed based on feedback from the first two phases. Any enhancements will be included in Phase Three of the rollout.' Fahmi said this to reporters after delivering a keynote address at a forum titled 'Cyber, Voice and Borders: Unravelling the Dynamics of Media Freedom in the Digital Era' at Universiti Utara Malaysia, here. Fahmi said that Phase Three of the Wi-Fi project is expected to commence later this year, with the ministry working closely with universities to verify installation sites before calling for tenders. 'Insya-Allah, we will also ensure that UUM's Wi-Fi connectivity issues are prioritised in Phase Three, and I've received confirmation from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) that UUM is one of the key focus locations,' he said. Beyond public universities, Fahmi said the Communications Ministry is also expanding this initiative to polytechnics and community colleges. On the forum itself, the minister said it serves as an important platform to emphasise the need for balance between media freedom, freedom of expression, and societal responsibility. 'I hope that with programmes like this, we can enhance discussions, particularly at public universities. 'This way, students will be more exposed to real-world challenges faced by the media industry, especially amid rapid changes brought by artificial intelligence, social media, and other evolving dynamics impacting mainstream journalism,' he added. Also present at the forum was Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) president Datuk Yong Soo Heong.
The Sun
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Over 13,000 Wi-Fi points installed at Malaysian IPTA
SINTOK: More than 13,000 Wi-Fi access points have been installed so far across several public university campuses nationwide as part of the government initiative to enhance internet connectivity at public institutions of higher learning (IPTA), according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the Phase Two of installations is currently ongoing and is expected to be completed within the next five to six weeks. 'Out of the total 32,000 Wi-Fi access points planned for all public universities, approximately 13,000 to 14,000 have already been installed so far. We expect the remaining installations under Phase Two to be completed within the next five to six weeks. 'After Phase Two concludes, we'll begin discussions with the universities to assess whether further improvements are needed based on feedback from the first two phases. Any enhancements will be included in Phase Three of the rollout.' Fahmi said this to reporters after delivering a keynote address at a forum titled 'Cyber, Voice and Borders: Unravelling the Dynamics of Media Freedom in the Digital Era' at Universiti Utara Malaysia, here. Fahmi said that Phase Three of the Wi-Fi project is expected to commence later this year, with the ministry working closely with universities to verify installation sites before calling for tenders. 'Insya-Allah, we will also ensure that UUM's Wi-Fi connectivity issues are prioritised in Phase Three, and I've received confirmation from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) that UUM is one of the key focus locations,' he said. Beyond public universities, Fahmi said the Communications Ministry is also expanding this initiative to polytechnics and community colleges. On the forum itself, the minister said it serves as an important platform to emphasise the need for balance between media freedom, freedom of expression, and societal responsibility. 'I hope that with programmes like this, we can enhance discussions, particularly at public universities. 'This way, students will be more exposed to real-world challenges faced by the media industry, especially amid rapid changes brought by artificial intelligence, social media, and other evolving dynamics impacting mainstream journalism,' he added. Also present at the forum was Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) president Datuk Yong Soo Heong.
IOL News
5 days ago
- IOL News
Police arrest suspect in the shocking murder of Ivory Park Taxi Association treasurer
Police have arrested one of the suspects linked to the killing of Ivory Park Taxi Association (IPTA) treasurer, Lefa Matemane, who was shot multiple times in Midrand. Image: File/IOL Police have arrested one of the suspects linked to the killing of the newly elected taxi association treasurer in Midrand, Johannesburg. This follows the murder of the Ivory Park Taxi Association (IPTA) treasurer, Lefa Matemane, who was fatally shot at the Shell filling station on New Road in Midrand, on Wednesday. The shooting occurred in broad daylight, leaving witnesses shocked and devastated. Matemane was declared dead on the scene. The motive behind the murder remains unknown. On Thursday, police announced that one of the suspects linked to Matemane's murder has been arrested. 'SAPS and Midrand Business Watch security officers have arrested one of the shooters linked to the killing of the Ivory Park Taxi Association treasurer, Lefa Matemane. Matemane was shot multiple times at Shell Garage on New Road in Midrand on Wednesday, June 4,' said spokesperson Athlenda Mathe. The association chairman, Vusi Macheke, confirmed that the suspect was arrested on Wednesday. This is not the first incident involving IPTA. In December, three patrollers were gunned down in two different vehicles in Freedom Drive. Matemane was recently elected treasurer during IPTA's annual general meeting (AGM), which took place on May 21, at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. The association had fractured into slates, leading to the AGM with various groupings backing different leaders. Asked if Matemane's shooting could be linked to the factions within the association, Macheke, who was also re-elected as the chairman unopposed, declined to comment. However, during his speech following his re-election, he admitted there were divisions, saying the association made a decision to expand its leadership team to include everyone. Macheke said the new leadership needed to steer the association forward and ensure there is unity. Asked how the situation should be dealt with, the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) spokesperson, Rebecca Phala, said the organisation would not comment on an ongoing police investigation.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Polytechnic degree applications open until July 4
KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for student intake into Polytechnic Bachelor's Degree programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session will remain open from today until July 4. The Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education Department (JPPKK), in a statement today, said that applications can be submitted via the link and no PIN number purchase is required. 'This offer is open to Polytechnic Diploma/Advanced Diploma graduates. Final semester Polytechnic Diploma students (Session II: 2024/2025 who have completed industrial training) are also eligible to apply. 'Applications are open for graduates holding Diplomas in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related fields from public or private higher education institutions (IPTA/IPTS), as well as those with Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM), Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM), or Apel.A T-6 Certificate. Applications can be submitted from June 11, 2025, at 5 pm until July 4, 2025, at noon,' the statement said. The statement also said that starting from the 2025/2026 academic session, two new programmes will be introduced, bringing the total to 12 Bachelor's Degree programmes offered for the session. JPPKK said these Bachelor's degree programmes are offered at four polytechnics - Politeknik Ungku Omar, Perak; Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, Selangor; Politeknik Ibrahim Sultan, Johor; and Politeknik Sultan Azlan Shah, Perak. Further information regarding programmes, application methods, and eligibility requirements can be found at
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ashfaq, Bismil's legend of poetry, patriotism retold
Lucknow: Legend of courage and patriotism of freedom fighters Ashfaqullah Khan and Ramprasad Bismil were narrated in 'Dastan e Ashfaq', organised by Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) on the centenary celebration of the Kakori Train Action, at the Kaifi Azmi auditorium on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The event was inaugurated by actor and drama veteran Anil Rastogi and critic Virendra Yadav. Storytellers Shahzad Rizvi and Farzana Mehdi narrated the stories. The duo shed light on friendship of Ashfaqullah Khan and Ram Prasad Bismil and said, "Not only poetry, it was also their love for socialism that brought them close." Farzana said, "Ashfaqullah Khan was a Muslim Pathan from Shahjahanpur and was a brave, intellectual, courageous and large-hearted human being with a robust physique." Shahzad said, "Ashfaq's passion since birth was reading poetry, but his temperament was 'inquilabi' (revolutionary)." Describing Bismil, Shahzad said, "Bismil was a vigorous, learned and handsome man and his name was given by his mother after Lord Ram, as she wanted to have a son like him." The incident of Maulvi Ahmadullah, the youth of Shahjahanpur, the Mainpuri case and cross-examination of Ashfaqullah's lawyer Hajela were also narrated. Throwing light on the Kakori Train Action, Farzana said, "The Kakori incident was not just about saving govt's treasury but also about shocking the cruel British giving out the message that Indians will not be subdued by their atrocities." At the end, the audience was in tears when the climax described the episode of the hanging of the revolutionaries. The script of the narration was written by Sachin.
