Penang declares Nov 18 as public holiday
With general elections GE-15 set on November 19, Penang has joined the chorus of states to declare a state public holiday on November 18. Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon…
US-based Indium Corporation invests RM250 million for new plant in Penang
US-based global materials supplier to the electronics assembly and semiconductor packaging industries, Indium Corporation held its grand launch of its new 37,500-square-foot manufacturing facility with a special ceremony in Penang…
Oktoberfest Penang 2022 off to a great start
By V. Sivaji The Oktoberfest Festival 2022 is back in Penang with people from all walks of life gathering to celebrate the Bavarian festival. Organised by the Malaysian-German Society (MGS)…
Digital Penang and Microsoft sign MOU for fruitful collaboration
When tech-giant Microsoft comes calling, everyone takes notice. This is what happened when state agency, Digital Penang signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Microsoft to drive digital transformation and…
Penang government taking precautionary measures in view of monsoon season
The Penang state government is taking precautionary measures in view of the up-coming monsoon season expected this year. Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow highlighted the steps planned at…
V-Convention to bring some 13,000 entrepreneurs to Penang
Some 13,000 entrepreneurs from all around the world will converge in Penang for the QNET V- Convention from Oct 7 to 11, 2022. The convention is expected to generate an…
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang wins two prestigious international honours
Newly rebranded, The Granite Luxury Hotel in Penang has clinched two accolades at the Asia Pacific Property Awards (APPA) in London and two Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) recognition. The…
Double joy for Penang based association for being recorded in the Malaysian Book of Records and launch of their webpage
Every community has its own form and version of martial arts practises which has been passed down from one generation to another generation. One such craft is the “Nillaikalakki Silambam”…
Penang Signature Gold Fair 2022 features bevy of beauties taking to the catwalk
By V. Sivaji The long awaited Penang Signature Gold (PSG) Fair 2022 was launched by Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow at the Setia Spice Convention Centre earlier today. The…
Penang CM – Penang Technology Park will offer more land for investors
The Penang Technology Park (PTP) in Bertam is a private sector initiative. However, the Penang State Government is supportive of the project as it will offer more land to potential…