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Barnama
24-04-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Bernama Wins 2024 MDA Media Award
PUTRAJAYA, April 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) won the 2024 Media Award at the Medical Devices Authority (MDA) Excellent Service Awards Ceremony at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre here today. The award was presented by the deputy secretary-general (management) of the Ministry of Health (MOH) Datuk Zahrul Hakim Abdullah to Bernama News Service deputy editor-in-chief Nasriah Darus. Expressing appreciation to MDA for the award, Nasriah said Bernama would continue to be committed to delivering accurate news in addition to working with MHA to raise awareness on health issues. "Thank you MDA. As a news agency, it is Bernama's commitment to produce quality news content and we hope that more readers will be aware of health issues," she said. Meanwhile, content editor Mohd Razman Abdullah said the content of Bernama news portal has been growing since 2018 as a result of the strong commitment from all parties, especially in the Editorial Department, Bernama. "Regardless of the general news desk, economic desk or editorial desk, various units contribute news content to the portal. From 500 hits, it has now reached 10 million to 12 million every year," he said. Meanwhile, MDA chief executive Dr P. Muralitharan described the award as an appreciation of media agencies that play a major role in raising the image and name of MDA through the production of news and creative content. "Media partners are the face of MDA to the outside community and your contributions are greatly appreciated," he said. -- BERNAMA
Barnama
23-04-2025
- General
- Barnama
Bernama's Santuni MADANI Programme Boosts Reading Habits, Character Development At SK Batu Laut
GENERAL SEPANG, April 23 (Bernama) -- Students of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Batu Laut received a boost in reading interest and character development through the Santuni MADANI - One Leader, One Village programme organised by the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) at the school today. The programme began with the 'Let's Read Together for 10 Minutes' activity in conjunction with World Book and Copyright Day, followed by the first session of the Bibliotherapy Workshop and a guidance session by Bernama's AKRAB team, in line with a holistic approach to cultivate a reading culture, enhance self-confidence and promote mental wellbeing among students. In her opening remarks, Bernama deputy editor-in-chief (News Service) Nasriah Darus said the programme is part of the broader Santuni MADANI initiative to empower rural communities through continuous education and engagement. 'Reading not only enriches knowledge but also stimulates imagination, reduces stress and strengthens communication skills. What's more, it can be done anytime and anywhere,' she said. As part of its corporate social responsibility, Bernama also contributed 100 books to the school's library through its '3B – Baca Bersama Bernama' campaign. Since its launch in 2016, over 4,730 books have been distributed to target communities, including students, the underprivileged and the Orang Asli community. Meanwhile, the Bibliotherapy Workshop will run over five sessions to introduce reading as a therapeutic tool for building confidence and improving focus among students. The AKRAB Guidance Session featured various activities such as a psychology exhibition and self-assessment tests using interactive methods, conducted by Bernama's AKRAB team accredited by the Public Service Department. Today's programme also received strategic support from Mydin Mohamed Holdings Berhad (MYDIN), which donated dental care kits to all students as part of an oral health awareness campaign for the younger generation.
