Category: Local

KUALA LUMPUR: The Social Security Organisation has launched a comprehensive rebranding of all its schemes under the unified ‘LINDUNG’ concept to strengthen worker protection nationwide. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim announced this initiative as part of the ministry’s determination to uplift worker dignity through clearer scheme identities. “We fight to uplift worker dignity and our… Continue reading PERKESO launches LINDUNG branding to strengthen worker protection

GUA MUSANG: Police arrested a man after his failed attempt to run over patrol officers at a roadblock in Chiku 3 led to the discovery of drugs in his car. Gua Musang District Police Chief Superintendent Sik Choon Foo stated that the incident occurred at 6:22 PM when officers from the Crime Prevention Patrol MPV… Continue reading Drugs found in car of suspect who tried to ram police in Gua Musang

KUALA LUMPUR: Engineers must continuously innovate to address future challenges including climate change, sustainable development and emerging technologies. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof emphasised that engineers should lead in creating local technologies rather than merely implementing foreign solutions. “What we need to do now is look to the future,” he stated during the… Continue reading Engineers must innovate for climate and tech challenges

SHAH ALAM: Three people died and three others were injured after the car they were travelling in skidded into a ditch on Jalan Sultan Sulaiman Shah in Banting early today. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Assistant Director of Operations Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar said the department received a call at 3.56 am regarding the accident… Continue reading Three killed as car skids into ditch in Banting early today

KUALA LUMPUR: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry told Parliament that more than 1,900 cases involving diesel smuggling and subsidied goods were recorded in Sabah and Sarawak since the start of last year. “Between Jan 1, 2024 and Aug 18, 2025, Ops Tiris 3.0 recorded 45,319 investigations, which resulted to 1,968 cases involving… Continue reading RM38 million diesel seized in Sabah and Sarawak

PETALNG JAYA: The Malaysian Competitive Commission (MyCC) is investigating 563 companies suspected of being involved in trade cartel activities, with a particular focus on an alleged RM2.66 billion public procurement bid-rigging scheme, said the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry. However, the ministry did not provide a timeline for the current investigations, nor did… Continue reading 563 companies probed over trade cartel involvement

GEORGE TOWN: Bullying in Malaysian schools is far more rampant than official figures suggest, said the Penang Hindu Association (PHA). Its president Datuk P. Murugiah said bullying has grown more widespread and severe, with new cases surfacing almost every week in the media. “We see bullying as a severe social problem that has an unfavourable… Continue reading Group proposes anti-bullying measures

PETALING JAYA: The government must carefully study whether the appointment of ex-military wardens at schools should be limited to problematic schools and boarding institutions, said experts. They cautioned that while the move to appoint such wardens at Maktab Rendah Sains Mara hostels is a step to curb bullying, it could risk creating an overly rigid… Continue reading Study needed on use of ex-military wardens at schools

KUALA LUMPUR: Property professionals form a crucial pillar supporting Malaysia’s economic growth according to Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. She described the valuation, estate agency and property management sector as an important professional services industry contributing significantly to national development. “Registered valuers and real estate agents play an important role in guiding and educating… Continue reading Property professionals key pillar of Malaysia’s economic growth

KUANTAN: The Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah visited the Royal Malaysian Air Force F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet incident site at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport today. His Royal Highness was accompanied by Air Force chief General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris during the inspection according to a post on the Kesultanan… Continue reading Pahang Sultan visits RMAF fighter jet incident site, meets survivors

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended an open invitation to all Malaysians to participate in the Himpunan & Selawat Malaysiaku Bersama Gaza gathering at Dataran Merdeka this Sunday. This event aims to demonstrate national solidarity with the Palestinian people amid ongoing oppression by the Zionist regime. Anwar emphasised that the gathering… Continue reading PM Anwar invites Malaysians to solidarity gathering for Gaza on Sunday

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have confirmed that officers visited a rapper’s residence to serve a witness summons for an ongoing investigation. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus stated this action was taken under Section 111 of the Criminal Procedure Code following a July 31 report. A 33 year old man filed the complaint after allegedly… Continue reading Police confirm serving witness summons to rapper in defamation case

KUALA LUMPUR: Lembaga Tabung Haji has lodged reports with the police and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission over the circulation of several defamatory and provocative videos on social media. The institution views the matter seriously and is closely monitoring social media platforms for any videos or links spreading false information that could damage its… Continue reading Tabung Haji reports defamatory videos to police and MCMC

KUALA LUMPUR: Police are looking into allegations of bullying and have confirmed the deaths of two private college students who fell from a condominium along Persiaran Pertahanan, Taman Melati here on Wednesday. Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said that in the first incident at 6.48 am, a woman, 22, had fallen from the… Continue reading Police investigate bullying claims after two college students’ deaths

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister’s wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail received the Honorary Fellowship in Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh today. The prestigious recognition acknowledges her decades of service in medicine and public life, including her advocacy for marginalised communities. Dr Wan Azizah, who is also Bandar Tun Razak… Continue reading Dr Wan Azizah receives honorary surgery fellowship from RCSEd

TAWAU: A total of 225 Malaysian Armed Forces veterans have received benefits from the Rural Entrepreneurship Enhancement Support grant totalling RM1.13 million since 2023. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stated that these veterans form part of the 1,975 participants in the MAF Veteran Entrepreneur Empowerment Programme nationwide. “The Ministry of Defence through PERHEBAT is planning… Continue reading MAF veterans receive RM1.13 million in entrepreneurial grants since 2023

KUALA LUMPUR: The operating hours of the Masjid Jamek and Pasar Seni LRT stations will be extended until 1 am tomorrow and on Sunday in conjunction with the “Malam Himpunan dan Selawat Malaysiaku Bersama Gaza” programme at Dataran Merdeka here. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) announced in a statement that additional staff will be… Continue reading Masjid Jamek and Pasar Seni LRT extend hours for Gaza solidarity event

KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resource Development Corporation has unveiled the MADANI Graduate Scheme to strengthen graduate development skills while supporting employers in enhancing workforce productivity. This initiative allows registered employers to channel part of their levy contributions into structured training and industry exposure programmes. HRD Corp chief executive officer Dr Syed Alwi Mohamed Sultan stated… Continue reading HRD Corp launches MADANI Graduate Scheme for workforce development

IPOH: A comprehensive working paper proposing a ban on electronic cigarette or vape sales in Perak will be presented at the State Executive Council meeting early next month. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs, and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan confirmed the working paper would focus on restricting local authorities from issuing vape… Continue reading Perak to present vape sales ban working paper next month

TANJONG MALIM: Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD will establish a production plant in Tanjong Malim with operations scheduled to commence in 2026. Perak Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development committee chairman Loh Sze Yee confirmed the project’s first phase will cover 60 hectares of land. He stated the investment will generate thousands of employment opportunities… Continue reading BYD to open electric vehicle plant in Tanjong Malim by 2026

SIBU: The Sibu National Anti-Drug Agency conducted raids on five known drug addiction hotspots around town during “Ops Perdana” last night. Sixteen individuals suspected of drug abuse involvement were arrested in the operation. All detainees, aged between 24 and 49, subsequently underwent urine screening tests. “Fourteen people tested positive for drugs based on urine screening… Continue reading Sibu AADK arrests 16 in drug raids targeting addiction hotspots

KUALA LUMPUR: Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd is offering a special KLIA Transit fare promotion for Malaysia’s 68th National Day celebrations in Putrajaya. Passengers can enjoy a 50% discount on return tickets from any station to Putrajaya and Cyberjaya stations during the promotion period. This promotion excludes travel to KLIA Terminals 1 and 2 according… Continue reading ERL offers 50% KLIA Transit discount for National Day 2025 in Putrajaya

KOTA KINABALU: Approximately 50,000 attendees are anticipated for the Sabah-level National Day 2025 celebrations along Jalan Tun Fuad Stevens on 31 August. Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun confirmed that Sabah Day festivities will follow on the same evening with diverse and engaging programmes. The National Day parade will include 157 contingents from schools, higher learning institutions,… Continue reading Sabah expects 50,000 at National Day parade with scooter riders debut

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council has ordered three eateries to close immediately for fourteen days due to unsatisfactory hygiene levels and the discovery of rat droppings in multiple areas. All three premises inspected during last night’s integrated operation were subjected to immediate closure effective from yesterday until third September. The operation was carried… Continue reading Three Penang eateries closed for poor hygiene and rat droppings

JOHOR BAHRU: A ten-year-old boy who was bullied at a school here is now dealing with the severe trauma as he and his family try to deal with the terrible ordeal. The boy’s mother, Siti Suhana Misdi, 40 said her fourth child, who had a cheerful disposition, was struggling hard to cope with the impact… Continue reading Johor mother describes son’s trauma after school bullying incidents

KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to transforming its housing sector through new systems and policies, including widespread Industrialised Building System technology adoption and revamped affordable housing funding mechanisms. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated these reforms are crucial for delivering quality, efficient and sustainable housing throughout the state. “In keeping with… Continue reading Sarawak to transform housing sector with new systems and policies

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government and JPMorgan Chase have resolved all matters relating to 1Malaysia Development Bhd through a comprehensive settlement agreement. The American banking giant will pay RM1.4 billion (330 million US dollars) to Malaysia’s Assets Recovery Trust Account as part of this resolution. “This settlement agreement resolves all existing and potential claims and… Continue reading JPMorgan Chase pays RM1.4 billion to Malaysia in 1MDB settlement

PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government will hold a special retreat soon to coordinate standard operating procedures (SOPs) to comprehensively address bullying cases. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesperson, said this follows the amendment to Section 507 of the Penal Code, which came into effect in July, which clearly stipulates… Continue reading Malaysia to hold special retreat on bullying SOPs following Penal Code changes

PUTRAJAYA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has urged the public to play a constructive role and not act beyond limits if they come across instances of the Jalur Gemilang being displayed incorrectly. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesman, said the public should instead take the initiative to correct the flag installation and not… Continue reading Fahmi urges public to correct Jalur Gemilang display within legal limits

IPOH: The Perak Health Department issued 7,968 notices under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024, collecting RM479,900 in fines from October 1 last year to August 21. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan said that 1,445 enforcement operations were carried out during that… Continue reading Perak Health Department issues 7,968 notices under smoking control act

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) to review the aspects of national security so they aren’t compromised, following the recent detention of Malaysian Defence Intelligence Organisation (MDIO) members in the southern part of the country. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the spokesperson for the MADANI… Continue reading PM Anwar orders MINDEF review after defence intelligence officers detained

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has upheld a 15-year prison sentence and three strokes of the cane for a former police officer convicted of committing incest with his sister-in-law. A three-judge panel chaired by Justice Datuk Azman Abdullah unanimously dismissed the 32-year-old appellant’s challenge against his conviction and sentence. Justice Azman stated that the Sessions… Continue reading Court of Appeal upholds ex-cop’s 15-year jail term for incest

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that any form of peaceful assembly in front of the Parliament Building should not be hindered. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the spokesperson for the MADANI Government, said the matter was raised by Anwar at the Cabinet Meeting today, who also requested that… Continue reading PM Anwar ensures Parliament gatherings remain unobstructed

SEPANG: A Bangladeshi national was detained at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 (KLIA1) after authorities uncovered RM85,000 worth of unregistered medicines in his luggage yesterday. The discovery was made when Customs officers flagged suspicious images during a scan of four suitcases belonging to the passenger. The bags were then referred to the Malaysian Border… Continue reading 60,000 unregistered medicines seized at KLIA, worth RM85,000

KUANTAN: The runway at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport here has reopened for operations as of 12pm today, following a temporary closure due to an incident involving a Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) fighter jet. In a post on its official Facebook page, Malaysia Airports confirmed that all flight operations at the airport have resumed… Continue reading Kuantan Airport runway reopens after RMAF jet crash incident

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association (PVATM) hopes Budget 2026 will help narrow the pension gap between military retirees who retired before and after January 1, 2013. Its president, Captain (Rtd) Sharuddin Omar, said the current disparity in pension rates is too wide, ranging from 14% to 71.9% depending on rank, between those… Continue reading PVATM seeks Budget 2026 pension gap fix for military retirees

NARATHIWAT: Significantly lower drug prices in Sungai Golok have transformed this border town into a major attraction for addicts, including many Malaysians from neighbouring Kelantan. Thai authorities have responded by intensifying operations to dismantle syndicate activities throughout the area. Supeeyan Daemokleng, chairman of the Sungai Golok Narcotics Administration Centre, confirmed that besides its notorious nightlife,… Continue reading Sungai Golok drug prices lure Malaysian addicts across border

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today received the 2025 Declaration of Malaysia-Indonesia MADANI Scholars’ Council (MALINDO MADANI), a joint document described as a comprehensive expression of shared intellectual aspirations by leading thinkers from Malaysia and Indonesia. The declaration, which outlines five key principles, was handed over by Professor Dr M Din Syamsuddin, Chairman… Continue reading Anwar receives MALINDO MADANI Scholars Declaration with five key principles

MELAKA: The Melaka Health Department has seized fifteen types of unregistered pharmaceutical products including veterinary drugs and cosmetics not notified by the Ministry of Health, estimated to be worth almost 150,000 ringgit. State Health director Dr Ruzita Mustaffa said the products were seized through Op Pet conducted by the Pharmacy Enforcement Branch (CPF), state Pharmaceutical… Continue reading Melaka seizes RM150,000 in unregistered pharmaceutical products

KUALA TERENGGANU: The mahseer fish population in the Kelah Sanctuary at Kenyir Lake remains thriving and under continuous monitoring by authorities despite recent disappearance reports. Terengganu Fisheries Department director Pang Nyukang confirmed monitoring revealed the apparent disappearance resulted from the species concentrating in natural pools due to habitat changes and current weather conditions. “Observations showed… Continue reading Mahseer fish population in Kenyir Lake remains intact under monitoring

KUALA BERANG: A nurse was killed after the Yamaha RXZ motorcycle she was riding skidded at Kilometre 394 of the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2), heading towards Kuala Terengganu, this afternoon. Hulu Terengganu district police chief Superintendent Sharudin Abdul Wahab said the victim, Roslinawati Ramli, 33, who was also a participant in the RXZ Members… Continue reading Nurse killed in motorcycle accident en route to RXZ gathering in Terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: Three more Malaysian victims of job scam syndicates in Cambodia will be repatriated on Friday according to the Malaysian Foreign Ministry. This follows the recent return of thirty Malaysians identified as scam victims who were flown home via Sihanoukville International Airport earlier this week. “The ministry through the Embassy of Malaysia in Phnom… Continue reading Three more Malaysian job scam victims return from Cambodia

SHAH ALAM: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency Selangor branch has detained a barter trade cargo ship for anchoring illegally in national waters. Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh confirmed the vessel was intercepted at 12:30 pm yesterday southwest of Sementa. All fifteen crew members, comprising Indonesian nationals aged between 36 and 56, possessed valid identification… Continue reading Selangor MMEA detains cargo ship for illegal anchoring in Malaysian waters

KUALA LUMPUR: Government officers have praised the Media Engagement course organised by Bernama in cooperation with the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training Council for significantly boosting their confidence as credible spokespersons. Twenty officers from various ministries attended the two-day course at Wisma Bernama’s Centre for Excellence beginning Wednesday. Participants learned media relations techniques… Continue reading MTVET media course boosts government officers’ communication skills

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here today fixed Oct 31 to hear and decide on Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid’s application to intervene in a case filed by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). The MACC has filed an ex-parte application seeking to restrain the widow of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin and any related parties… Continue reading High Court sets Oct 31 hearing for Na’imah’s intervention in MACC case

JOHOR BAHRU: Johor maintained its position as the country’s leading investment destination by recording RM56 billion in approved investment value for the first half of 2025, said state Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee chairman Lee Ting Han. He said the achievement maintains the excellent momentum after Johor recorded the highest investment performance… Continue reading Johor leads Malaysia investment with RM56 billion in first half 2025