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Daily Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Express
Accountant awarded RM98k over sacking
Published on: Monday, July 28, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jul 28, 2025 Text Size: Although the company categorically denied the termination was without just cause or excuse, it failed to show up on Jan. 20, this year to challenge or testify against the claimant. Kota Kinabalu: The Kota Kinabalu Industrial Court awarded an accountant RM97,999.95 for wrongful termination by Cassava Integrated Eco Mill Sdn Bhd. In the decision on May 28, Industrial Court Sabah Chairman Datuk Indra Haji Ayub awarded the sum to Joseph Jebarajah a/l Naesarajoo, after finding he had been dismissed without just cause or excuse. The Court was satisfied that since the company failed to prove the alleged misconduct on a balance of probabilities, the termination was unjust. It said even if the claimant had committed alleged misconduct, he could have been dealt with appropriately with a proper management system. The company could also have opted for other lesser forms of penalty instead of taking drastic steps by terminating. 'The award in a total sum of RM97,999.95, less statutory deductions, if any, shall be paid by the company to the claimant on or before 28th July 2025 with interest of 8 per cent to be calculated from 29 June 2025 until full and final settlement,' said Indra. The claimant was employed as an accountant since July 1, 2022. The services was terminated effective April 11, 2023. In a letter dated 11.04. 2023, the company's Managing Director Datuk Ir Jim Rajaratnam, cited absconding from April 3 to 7 and not following the working hours stipulated in the appointment letter as the grounds for immediate termination. The claimant, however, held that the termination was unlawful and/or was in breach of the principles of natural justice and/or unfair labour practice and/or was unlawful and/or victimised and to hand down an appropriate Award. Although the company categorically denied the termination was without just cause or excuse, it failed to show up on Jan. 20, this year to challenge or testify against the claimant. On March 20, the company applied for the case to be retried and for any orders, decisions or awards made in its absence to be set aside. However, the court dismissed the application in an Interim award dated May 26, finding that based on the relevant notes of proceeding during the pre-trial case management attended by both parties, they were notified on the date of the trial. The Court noted that the claimant, before his dismissal, was never issued a show cause letter by the company informing him of the allegations of misconduct. The claimant was also not given sufficient opportunity to explain and to defend himself as his services was terminated with immediate effect, without the conduct of a Domestic Inquiry and without adhering to the termination clause in the claimant's Letter of Offer dated June 15, 2022, which required a three-month notice from either party. The claimant was also not given the right to mitigate, as well as the right to appeal against the decision of the company. Hence, the Court was satisfied that there was an issue of procedural fairness, as the company had failed to adopt a reasonable procedure in dismissing the Claimant. 'There was a lack of procedural fairness as well as a procedural breach of natural justice. The termination is now rendered unjust and unlawful,' held the Court. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Daily Express
18-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Industrialised Building System use encouraged: Maslan
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 Text Size: Ahmad Maslan said the move could help reduce costs and construction time, while also minimising the risk of damage to IBS materials. - Bernama pic for illustration only. TAWAU: Contractors using the Industrialised Building System (IBS) in government and major projects are encouraged to produce components in situ or adjacent to the project site. Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the move could help reduce costs and construction time, while also minimising the risk of damage to IBS materials. Advertisement 'This came after I agreed to the proposal by the contractor for the Armed Forces Family Housing (RKAT) project at Kabota Camp here to establish a temporary site for IBS components. 'It is more economical if the IBS material moulds are made in situ. I believe this is a good solution for government projects. 'Otherwise, the materials would have to be transported by trailer from the Sedco factory in Kota Kinabalu,' he told reporters after inspecting the progress of the additional multi-class RKAT construction project, here, Thursday. According to him, transporting materials to Tawau by trailer took 12 hours and posed various risks, including possible damage to IBS poles. Meanwhile, Ahmad said the additional multi-class RKAT construction project at Kabota Camp, worth RM97 million, must be completed by Oct 31 next year, as scheduled. 'There will be no third extension of time (EOT). Two EOTs have already been granted. This is a very urgent and necessary project. Once completed, it will greatly benefit military personnel and their families by easing their burden of high rental costs outside,' he said. The project at Kabota Camp comprises nine blocks of Class G, C1, E and F apartment units, as well as bungalows, semi-detached houses, a multipurpose court and a playground.
Borneo Post
17-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Modern residences for military personnel in Tawau
Ahmad Maslan TAWAU (July 17): A RM97 million modern residential project is being built for military personnel in Tawau as the government remains committed to enhancing the nation's defense ecosystem. Today, Deputy Works Minister Datuk Ahmad Maslan conducted an on-site inspection to monitor the progress of the Additional Multi-Class Armed Forces Family Housing (RKAT) Project at Kabota Camp, Tawau. This project is part of the government's initiative to strengthen the welfare of defense personnel and their families by providing modern, comfortable, and safe housing. The project commenced on 2 May 2023 and is scheduled for completion by 31 October 2026. To date, physical progress stands at 14%, with expectations to meet the stipulated timeline, cost and specifications. Upon completion, the project will include apartments, bungalows, houses, kindergarten and childcare center, multi-purpose court and playground, and new water tank tower. These facilities will significantly benefit military personnel and their families, ensuring a more comfortable and balanced lifestyle. The modern, well-equipped environment is also expected to boost morale and motivation as they fulfill their duties to the nation. This project reflects the MADANI government's dedication to delivering quality housing for the people, especially defense personnel, aligning with the core principles of Malaysia MADANI: compassion, wellbeing, confidence and sustainability. Speaking to reporters later, Ahmad said the project must be completed by Oct 31 next year, as scheduled. 'There will be no third extension of time (EOT). Two EOTs have already been granted. This is a very urgent and necessary project. Once completed, it will greatly benefit military personnel and their families by easing their burden of high rental costs outside,' he said. The Ministry of Works (KKR) urges the Public Works Department (JKR) to maintain rigorous oversight of the project's progress, collaborate closely with the contractor, and conduct continuous stakeholder engagement and inspections. This ensures timely, cost-effective, and quality completion, accelerating benefits for public defense personnel and their families. Meanwhile, Ahmad urged contractors using the Industrialised Building System (IBS) in government and major projects to produce components in situ or adjacent to the project site. He said the move could help reduce costs and construction time, while also minimising the risk of damage to IBS materials. 'This came after I agreed to the proposal by the contractor for the Armed Forces Family Housing (RKAT) project at Kabota Camp here to establish a temporary site for IBS components. 'It is more economical if the IBS material moulds are made in situ. I believe this is a good solution for government projects. Otherwise, the materials would have to be transported by trailer from the SEDCO factory in Kota Kinabalu,' he said. According to him, transporting materials to Tawau by trailer took 12 hours and posed various risks, including possible damage to IBS poles.
The Sun
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Contractors urged to produce IBS components on-site for government projects
TAWAU: Contractors involved in government and large-scale projects using the Industrialised Building System (IBS) are being encouraged to produce components directly at or near construction sites. Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan highlighted the benefits of this approach, including cost reduction, shorter construction timelines, and lower risks of material damage. Ahmad shared that the proposal came after discussions with the contractor handling the Armed Forces Family Housing (RKAT) project at Kabota Camp. The contractor suggested setting up a temporary on-site facility for IBS component production, which the minister endorsed as a cost-effective solution. 'It is more economical if the IBS material moulds are made in situ. I believe this is a good solution for government projects. Otherwise, the materials would have to be transported by trailer from the SEDCO factory in Kota Kinabalu,' he said. Transporting materials to Tawau by road takes approximately 12 hours and increases the risk of damage, particularly to IBS poles. The RKAT project at Kabota Camp, valued at RM97 million, includes nine blocks of apartment units (Class G, C1, E, and F), bungalows, semi-detached houses, a multipurpose court, and a playground. Ahmad stressed that the project must be completed by October 31 next year, with no further extensions granted beyond the two already approved. 'This is a very urgent and necessary project. Once completed, it will greatly benefit military personnel and their families by easing their burden of high rental costs outside,' he added. - Bernama
The Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
M'sian man's RM100k-odd KTV bill goes viral, leaves netizens gasping
A jaw-dropping KTV bill totaling RM97,760.65 for 30 minutes of fun has sent shockwaves across social media after a photo of the receipt went viral. Dated June 27 at 11.28pm and settled by 12.03am the next day, the bill showed three bottles of Louis XIII cognac as the highlight of the night—costing a whopping RM78,888.00. ALSO READ: RM30 mixed rice drama: Customer gets 'reality check' after decade of loyalty, Internet takes sides Other charges included RM300 tips each for staff and Public Relations Members (PRMs), adding the bill to RM82,948.00. Once a 10% service charge and 8% SST were added, the total ballooned to nearly RM98K—an amount that left many netizens reeling, especially considering the SST alone could buy a brand-new motorcycle in Malaysia. While some defended the splurge, saying it's the spender's prerogative, others questioned whether the high-end cognac was intentionally overpriced to rake in profits. The post on Sarawak Viral's Facebook page also drew waves of hilarious comments, with netizens cracking jokes. 'Damn, seriously. Better to just drink lime and asam boi juice—costs way less,' one user called Min Mohd commented. 'Even if I were rich, I wouldn't want that—I'd rather buy my own karaoke set, get drunk at home, and sleep it off,' Akira Tomm wrote. 'Does BP (in the receipt) stand for Blood Pressure...? Just asking,' Chilly Sweet commented jokingly.
