Month: June 2025

PUTRAJAYA: Calls to increase the number of government quarters in Putrajaya over the past 25 years are set to be finally answered through the development of Kota MADANI in Precinct 19 here, said Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) president Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud. Speaking to Bernama and RTM here today, he said government quarters are still in… Continue reading Kota MADANI development in Precinct 19 can overcome shortage of govt quarters – PPj

IPOH: The 2024 Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) candidates in Bagan Datuk recorded a 100 per cent pass rate, with an increase in the overall Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) to 3.22 compared to 3.09 in 2023. Deputy Prime Minister and Member of Parliament for Bagan Datuk, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Sekolah… Continue reading DPM Ahmad Zahid hails Bagan Datuk’s outstanding STPM results

PADANG BESAR: The Perlis Customs Department (JKDM) thwarted an attempt to smuggle various goods, including cannabis, ketum leaves, “cloned” vehicles and cigarettes, with a total seizure value of RM2.45 million in several separate operations conducted between May and June Its director, Ismail Hashim said the biggest seizure involved cannabis flowers, which are more expensive than… Continue reading Perlis Customs thwarts attempt to smuggle contraband worth over RM2 mln

SEPANG: The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Zhaparov, departed home today after concluding a two-day official visit to Malaysia. The special aircraft carrying Zhaparov and his delegation took off from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 6.18 pm. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi and his deputy, Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, were… Continue reading Kyrgyz President wraps up two-day official visit to Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Zhaparov, visited the iconic Petronas Twin Towers here today as part of his two-day official visit to Malaysia. Arriving at 4.30 pm, Zhaparov and his entourage, accompanied by Deputy Minister of Works Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, were welcomed by Petronas senior vice-president of Malaysia Petroleum Management Datuk… Continue reading Kyrgyz President visits Petronas Twin Towers

PUTRAJAYA: A chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) has been remanded on suspicion of being involved in money laundering and using proceeds of corruption through personal accounts, his company, and those of relatives and associates. According to a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) source, the male suspect in his 30s was arrested at around 2.30 pm… Continue reading MACC remands NGO chairman on suspicion of money laundering

JASIN: A man was killed when a stone wall collapsed on him while he was working on a drainage channel along Jalan Kampung Gunung Asahan here this morning. Jasin Police Chief SUPT Mohamad Rusli Mat said the victim, Nazri Yazid, 50, was found unconscious after a stone signboard structure suddenly fell and struck him. “Police… Continue reading Worker killed by collapsing stone wall in Jasin

PUTRAJAYA: The Kota MADANI development project, which is slated to be launched by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tomorrow, is not the “Second Putrajaya” as claimed by certain parties, said Putrajaya Corporation (PPj) president Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud. Instead, it is part of the existing Putrajaya development master plan, he said. He added that… Continue reading Kota MADANI in Precinct 19 not ‘Second Putrajaya’

KOTA BHARU: A silat instructor pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court today to four charges of committing sexual assault against three male students aged 15 and 17. Faizul Yusoff, 54, was charged with two counts of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy in a hotel room at Kampung Semut Api Badang, Jalan Pantai Cahaya Bulan… Continue reading Silat instructor claims trial to sexual assault charges against three male students

KUALA LUMPUR: The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will implement mandatory contributions for non-Malaysian workers starting this October, as part of efforts to strengthen social protection and promote fairer employment practices in line with international standards. In a statement today, the EPF said that under the new legislation, EPF contributions will be compulsory for all foreigners… Continue reading Mandatory EPF contributions for foreign workers to begin in October

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is investigating the alleged misuse of RM12 million, believed to be linked to two cases involving the oil and gas solutions provider Sapura Energy Bhd. Its Chief Commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki said in the first case, statements from 15 witnesses have been recorded, but no arrests have been… Continue reading MACC probes alleged misuse of RM12 mln involving Sapura Energy

SEREMBAN: A Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) Land Scheme officer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to a charge of cheating a senior citizen in relation to repair works at a rubber collection centre two years ago. Eddy Khirin Bunaim, 45, entered the plea after the charge was read before Judge Darmafikri… Continue reading Felda Land scheme officer charged with cheating senior citizen

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Ministry of National Unity (KPN) is targeting 10,000 school students to join the ‘Inspirasi Pelajar Inovasi Muzium’ (IPIM) or Museum Innovation Student Inspiration programme within one year. Its Deputy Minister, K. Saraswathy said the IPIM programme, which is being implemented in collaboration with the Department of Museums Malaysia and the Ministry of… Continue reading KPN aims to get 10,000 students to join IPIM within a year

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Iskandar Puteri district police headquarters (IPD) today disposed of various exhibits for cases spanning from 2017 to May this year, with a total value of RM281,350. Its chief, ACP M. Kumarasan said the case items were linked to 567 investigation papers that had been completed and received disposal orders from the court. He… Continue reading Iskandar Puteri police dispose of case items worth RM281,350

PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) and Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) take all reports of dangerous driving or road bullying seriously, including those shared through viral videos, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said. Speaking at a press conference today, Loke stressed that swift action will be taken to ensure the safety of road users and… Continue reading JPJ, APAD take dangerous driving, road bullying videos seriously – Loke

KOTA BHARU: Thai nationals who run businesses or are married in Kelantan are encouraged to register with the Royal Thai Consulate to ensure their welfare and safety are protected. Thailand’s Consul-General in Kelantan, Phasit Chudabuddhi, said the registration also helps the consulate monitor and ensure that Thai citizens are not involved in activities that violate… Continue reading Consulate urges Thai nationals in Kelantan to register for support, safety

PUTRAJAYA: A Public Works Department (JKR) director of a certain state will be charged at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court tomorrow in connection with a corruption case involving the receipt of bribes from several contractors linked to government maintenance projects. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Deputy Chief Commissioner (Operations) Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya said investigations… Continue reading State JKR director to be charged with receiving bribes for maintenance projects

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Court Mediation Centre has fixed July 2 for a further mediation session between Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and former Deputy Chief Minister II Dr P. Ramasamy in relation to defamation proceedings stemming from the disputed Batu Kawan land deal. Counsel for Dr Ramasamy, Dr Shamsher Thind Singh, confirmed that an… Continue reading Mediation centre sets further session in Chow-Ramasamy defamation row over Batu Kawan deal

PETALING JAYA: Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong has strongly condemned remarks made by a PAS leader who questioned the recent appointment of Lieutenant General Datuk Johny Lim Eng Seng, allegedly on racial grounds. In a Facebook post, Sim expressed outrage over Zaharuddin Muhammad, the PAS Sungai Buloh chief, who reportedly criticised the appointment… Continue reading “Bullets don’t see race”: Steven Sim slams PAS leader’s racist remark over Army Chief’s appointment

KUALA LUMPUR: ProLintas chief operating officer Rostam Shahrif Tami was fined was today fined RM100,000 by the Sessions Court here for failing to report a bribe he received two years ago in connection with the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) project. Judge Rosli Ahmad imposed the maximum fine on Rostam Shahrif, 59, after he… Continue reading ProLintas COO fined RM100,000 for not reporting RM90,000 bribe linked to SUKE project

KUANTAN: A smallholder lost over RM239,000 after being deceived by a syndicate involved in a non-existent investment scheme. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the 37-year-old man was initially introduced to the scheme via WhatsApp, with the so-called investment promising lucrative returns. “The victim then made 41 transactions into 14 different bank accounts… Continue reading Smallholder loses over RM239,000 to non-existent investment scheme

KOTA BHARU: The COVID-19 infection situation in Kelantan remains under control with a cumulative total of 303 cases recorded up to the 25th Epidemiological Week (ME) of this year, said the Kelantan Health director Datuk Dr Zaini Hussin. He said the weekly average of cases remains around 12 cases, with 34 cases reported during ME24… Continue reading COVID-19 situation under control in Kelantan – Dr Zaini

PUTRAJAYA: In an unprecedented move, the Transport Ministry today revealed a list of 28 commercial vehicle operators with a high number of outstanding traffic summonses, warning them to settle their dues promptly. Minister Anthony Loke said the offenders comprised 11 goods vehicle operators and 17 express bus companies. He named the top offenders as KDEB… Continue reading Loke warns 28 companies with high outstanding summonses of tougher enforcement