Category: Local

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians have largely welcomed the government’s move to lower RON95 petrol prices from RM2.05 to RM1.99 per litre, but reactions are mixed on whether the six-sen cut will meaningfully ease household expenses. The reduction, introduced under the Budi Madani RON95 targeted subsidy, applies only to Malaysian citizens. For operations executive Nur Qalbi Ruslan,… Continue reading Mixed reactions as citizens weigh impact of price cut

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians will soon pay less at the pump. From Sept 30, the price of RON95 petrol drops from RM2.05 to RM1.99 per litre – a rare move in today’s uncertain economy. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the cut comes under the government’s Budi Madani RON95 subsidy scheme, designed to ease household… Continue reading Cheaper fuel for M’sians from Sept 30

KUALA LUMPUR: The Pantai Timur Fest 2025 will highlight the distinctive cuisine, culture, arts, and crafts of Pahang, Kelantan, and Terengganu from October 2 to 5. Tourism Malaysia senior director of Domestic and Events Division Datin Rafidah Idris stated the festival at Seri Pacific Hotel grounds aims to promote the East Coast as a premier… Continue reading Pantai Timur Fest 2025 to showcase East Coast cuisine and culture

KUALA LUMPUR: The Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public Service (CUEPACS) has welcomed the government’s efforts to restructure RON95 subsidies with a more targeted approach. Its president, Datuk Dr Adnan Mat, said the targeted subsidy mechanism for RON95 petrol was expected to ensure that assistance continued to reach those who truly need it,… Continue reading CUEPACS supports targeted RON95 subsidy for B40 and M40 civil servants

ALOR GAJAH: A total of 59 teams from 12 primary and secondary schools have joined the three-day 2025 Himalaya Sports national-level interschool Dragon and Lion Dance Championship that began today. Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh said it was an increase from the 52 teams from 10 schools that participated in the inaugural championship last… Continue reading National dragon and lion dance championship draws 59 teams from 12 schools

SEREMBAN: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has urged tour guides to master at least three foreign languages to improve communication and service quality for international visitors. Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing stated that language skills are essential to help tourists better understand Malaysia’s attractions, especially its historical sites. “I have received complaints… Continue reading MOTAC urges multilingual tour guides to enhance tourist experience

KUALA LUMPUR: A powerful storm severely damaged the roof of a block at the Seri Cempaka People’s Housing Project in Lembah Pantai this evening, affecting several residential units and 30 vehicles. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said an initial inspection found at least four units sustained serious damage when their roofs were blown off, while… Continue reading Storm damages PPR Seri Cempaka roof, aid channelled to residents

SHAH ALAM: Selangor is confident of being the best base for StarPower Semiconductor Ltd to commence high-tech power module production operations in Malaysia. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the state possessed world-class infrastructure, a mature industrial ecosystem, and a highly skilled workforce nurtured through talent development programmes. Amirudin stated that StarPower was currently… Continue reading Selangor confident of securing Starpower’s high-tech power module plant

KAJANG: A local woman suspected of being a taxi tout and arrested following a viral video of a foreign tourist being cheated is believed to have been operating as part of a group. Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Azrin Borhan stated that this information was obtained after questioning the suspect in her 30s, who… Continue reading KLIA taxi tout believed to be part of a group targeting tourists

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has scheduled October 6 for case management in the prosecution’s appeal against the acquittal of a former factory worker. The case involves charges of making and transmitting offensive communications about the then Raja Permaisuri Agong in 2023. A three-judge panel comprising Justices Datuk Azman Abdullah, Datuk Azmi Ariffin, and Datuk… Continue reading Court of Appeal sets Oct 6 for offensive communications appeal case management

BATU KAWAN: The government currently has no intention of reviewing the rounding mechanism to the nearest five cents that has been operational since 2008. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stated that the existing system functions effectively without disrupting business operations nationwide. He briefly informed reporters after chairing the Penang 2026 Budget Roadshow… Continue reading Government confirms no review of five-cent rounding mechanism

BATU KAWAN: The government has pledged to give the semiconductor industry greater emphasis in Budget 2026, aligning with the goals of the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS). Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan highlighted that semiconductors and the electrical and electronics sector contribute over 40% of Malaysia’s total exports. He stated that the government’s… Continue reading Malaysia’s Budget 2026 to strengthen semiconductor sector, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has criticised tech giant Meta for its lack of effectiveness in tackling criminal activities on its platforms. He warned that the government may consider further action if cooperation is not improved following a meeting with Meta representatives at the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. The meeting was attended… Continue reading Malaysia warns Meta over online crime cooperation, may take action

IPOH: A married couple faced 75 charges in the Sessions Court today for unlicensed deposit-taking, promoting an unregistered investment scheme, and money laundering involving more than RM52.89 million. Mohammad Riza Ahmad Hambadley, 57, and his wife Wan Ziraiza Wan Ismail, 55, pleaded not guilty to all charges read before Judges Ainul Shahrin Mohamad and Jean… Continue reading Couple charged with unlicensed deposit-taking and money laundering over RM50 million

BATU PAHAT: The National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) in the Parit Yaani state constituency has become a vital community hub since it began operations in February. Located at the Penghulu Mukim 6 Linau Complex, the centre provides reliable internet access and support for online services to residents of surrounding villages. Farmer Irwan A. Rahman from… Continue reading Parit Yaani NADI centre bridges digital divide for rural community

MELAKA: The government remains committed to upholding international standards in cases of rape, particularly those involving minors. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the recent view expressed by Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat was his personal opinion. She told reporters that the government… Continue reading Azalina affirms statutory rape law, dismisses calls for change

KAJANG: Police are seeking public cooperation to locate a 17-year-old girl reported missing since last Saturday. Kajang police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof stated that Nur Alina Abdullah was last seen near Jalan Harmoni Indah 1 in Taman Harmoni Indah, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, around 4.15 pm. A report concerning Nur Alina’s disappearance was received at… Continue reading Kajang police seek public help to trace missing teenager Nur Alina

KERTEH: The operation to dispose of leaked butane gas at the Petronas Gas Berhad area near the East Coast Rail Link site is projected to require another two to three days for completion. Kemaman police chief Superintendent Mohd Razi Rosli confirmed that inspections at seven locations with gas detectors recorded zero readings at five sites,… Continue reading Kerteh gas leak disposal operation expected to take up to three days

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must reposition itself as a technology nation by becoming a creator of technologies rather than merely a user. Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong stated that while reaching the level of advanced nations might take 10 to 15 years, Malaysia could lead in “middle technologies” by building capabilities for… Continue reading Malaysia aims to become technology creator, not just user, says minister

PUTRAJAYA: Debate competitions serve as crucial platforms for shaping student success by strengthening potential, self-confidence, and language proficiency according to Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She stated that the national-level Education Minister’s Cup Generasi MADANI Debate 2025 demonstrates the younger generation’s ability to master the Malay language effectively. “These children have shown incredibly outstanding commitment and… Continue reading Debate competitions shape student success, says education minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Sabah has fully recovered from recent flooding as of 4 pm today, with all victims permitted to return home. The Sabah State Disaster Management Committee confirmed the closure of the Papar Community Hall, which had housed eight individuals from two families. Only landslide victims remain at a temporary relief centre in Kampung Gawir,… Continue reading Sabah recovers from floods as Sarawak victim numbers hold steady

KUALA LUMPUR: The Kota Kinabalu Coroner’s Court heard testimony today from a student accused in the bullying case involving Zara Qairina Mahathir during the inquest into the Form One teenager’s death. The student began her in-camera testimony at 10.00 am before Coroner Amir Shah Amir Hassan, concluding at 4.45 pm. Inquest conducting officer and deputy… Continue reading Student testifies in Zara Qairina inquest under child witness protection

PUTRAJAYA: The National Registration Department (JPN) will provide free replacement for damaged MyKad chips across the country from September 23 until October 7. This initiative supports the BUDI MADANI RON95 fuel subsidy programme, known as BUDI95. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that the service will be available at all JPN offices and… Continue reading Free MyKad chip replacement offered nationwide until October 7

KUALA LUMPUR: The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) has launched the BERSAMA WIRA campaign to strengthen its commitment towards advancing members’ socio-economic wellbeing. This initiative enables the public to honour and give back to the nation’s unsung heroes through a whole-of-nation approach. Beneficiaries include Malaysian Armed Forces families facing critical illnesses or enduring financial hardships… Continue reading LTAT launches BERSAMA WIRA campaign to support armed forces families

PUTRAJAYA: The BUDI MADANI RON95 programme demonstrates the government’s commitment to curbing billions in ringgit worth of subsidy leakages annually. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming stated that BUDI95 ensures subsidies are exclusively enjoyed by Malaysian citizens while closing loopholes that previously benefited foreigners. “With BUDI95, government subsidies are now channelled accurately and… Continue reading BUDI95 programme proves government’s commitment to curb subsidy leakages

BALIK PULAU: The Ministry of Finance has revitalised Pulau Betong through several physical projects under its Kampung Angkat MADANI village adoption initiative. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stated the initiative improves residents’ quality of life while positioning the coastal area as a potential eco-tourism destination. “Pulau Betong was selected as a Kampung… Continue reading Pulau Betong revitalised through Kampung Angkat MADANI initiative

SUNGAI PETANI: Student enrolment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) exceeded 50% last year, demonstrating the effectiveness of government initiatives to spark interest in these fields. Science, Technology, and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang noted that student participation has been particularly encouraging from rural areas and the Orang Asli community. He emphasised that science… Continue reading STEM enrolment rises to over 50% following government initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR: Consumer associations have welcomed the government’s decision to reduce the subsidised price of RON95 petrol to RM1.99 per litre under the BUDI MADANI RON95 programme. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the six-sen reduction from the current RM2.05 during the Prime Minister’s Department monthly gathering, with the new price taking effect from… Continue reading BUDI95 fuel subsidy cut to RM1.99 per litre gets consumer backing

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must maintain a firm and consistent stance in supporting Palestine through diplomatic efforts and joint solidarity among its people and leaders. Influencer Farah Lee stated that this approach reflects the Malaysian government’s ongoing commitment to defending Palestine’s right to exist as a sovereign and independent nation. The volunteer participating in the Global… Continue reading Malaysia must stand firm in Palestine support, says influencer Farah Lee

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN should position itself not merely as a production hub but as a vibrant consumer market driven by the growth of a strong middle class across its economies. Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong said ASEAN must remind East Asian giants that a strong regional middle class benefits everyone. He… Continue reading ASEAN must leverage middle class growth for economic development

KUALA LUMPUR: The Global Sumud Flotilla humanitarian mission has entered its most crucial phase while sailing in international waters near Greece before heading towards Gaza. Founder of Cinta Salam Malaysia Ahmad Musa Al-Nuwayri Kamaruzaman described the coming week as the decisive moment of the entire movement. Ahmad Musa, currently aboard the vessel ALMA, stated that… Continue reading Global Sumud Flotilla enters critical phase en route to Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: Two police officers received six-month jail sentences and RM2,000 fines each from the Sessions Court for accepting an RM800 bribe related to a khalwat case. Judge Rosli Ahmad convicted Nur Fikri Mohd Fadzilee, 28, and Mohd Fazly Hambali, 39, after finding them guilty of the corruption offence. The court ordered immediate imprisonment starting… Continue reading Two policemen jailed and fined for accepting RM800 bribe in khalwat case

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police has expressed gratitude to the government for introducing the targeted RON95 petrol subsidy through the BUDI MADANI RON95 initiative. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail stated that PDRM believes the initiative will bring positive implications for personnel serving nationwide. He explained that easing fuel costs can directly… Continue reading PDRM welcomes BUDI95 fuel subsidy for police and military personnel

IPOH: The Perak Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has disposed of seized items valued at over RM1.25 million during the first eight months of this year. Deputy Director Mohamad Kamarol Mat Nor confirmed the destruction of goods confiscated through enforcement operations across the state. The seized items included food products with fraudulent… Continue reading Perak KPDN disposes of seized items worth over RM1.25 million

PARIT: A 63-year-old man was fined 2,500 ringgit by the Magistrate’s Court after pleading guilty to a charge of intending to outrage a woman’s modesty by touching and pinching her cheek at a grocery store. Magistrate Nurul Izalina Rajaai imposed the fine with an alternative six-month prison sentence on Samsuri Kamaruddin, who subsequently paid the… Continue reading 63-year-old man fined RM2,500 for pinching woman’s cheek in store

PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will extend operating hours for driving licence and related services counters to 8.30 am until 4.30 pm on weekends nationwide. Director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli confirmed the extended hours will begin this Saturday and continue until 26 October 2025 at all JPJ state offices and branches. Counters in Kelantan,… Continue reading JPJ extends weekend counter hours for driving licence services nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: UDA Holdings Bhd has launched its “UDA Signature Dreams” campaign to help aspiring homeowners realise their dream of owning property in the Klang Valley with prizes worth up to RM250,000. The agency under the Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry is featuring four strategic projects developed by UDA Land Sdn Bhd including Dedaun Residensi… Continue reading UDA launches property campaign with RM250,000 prizes for home buyers

BALIK PULAU: Malaysia’s petrol price will remain among the lowest globally when the targeted subsidy programme begins on September 30 according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. He assured consumers that the subsidised RON95 price of RM1.99 per litre under the BUDI MADANI RON95 programme will continue regardless of global crude oil… Continue reading Malaysia petrol price among world’s lowest with BUDI95 subsidy programme

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Transport has issued a stern warning that it will not tolerate taxi touting activities at Kuala Lumpur International Airport terminals 1 and 2. Minister Anthony Loke said the Road Transport Department arrested a taxi tout involved in deceiving a foreign tourist at KLIA Terminal 2 with a highly inflated fare.… Continue reading MOT warns zero tolerance for KLIA taxi touts after tourist scam

KUALA TERENGGANU: The East Coast Rail Link project spanning Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang and Selangor has achieved 87% overall completion as of August. Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that the Terengganu segment ranks among the fastest completed sections due to early resolution of land issues and favourable terrain. “Track works in Terengganu are nearly finished with… Continue reading ECRL project reaches 87% completion, cable theft disrupts Pahang segment

IPOH: The permanent appointment of trained nurses is expected to fill approximately 14,000 vacancies across Malaysia, according to Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He stated that discontinuing interim contract appointments for nurses starting this year is a key ministry effort to increase personnel at health facilities nationwide. As of last August, Malaysia had… Continue reading Malaysia to fill 14,000 nurse vacancies with permanent appointments

KUALA LUMPUR: An entrepreneur has issued a seven-day ultimatum to celebrity and activist Rafidah Ibrahim to pay RM281,200 in damages following a successful High Court lawsuit. Datuk Haris Embong and his company Arisprop Holdings Sdn Bhd filed the suit, which the court allowed on July 31, ordering Rafidah to pay the stipulated sum. Haris’s legal… Continue reading Entrepreneur demands Rafidah Ibrahim pay RM281,200 in court damages

GEORGE TOWN: Police apprehended a man in Bayan Lepas yesterday over allegations of sexually harassing a female worker at a business premises last Friday. Barat Daya police chief ACP Sazalee Adam confirmed the 32-year-old suspect was arrested at 5.58 pm at a local restaurant following a report lodged by the victim’s employer. Investigations revealed the… Continue reading Man arrested for alleged sexual harassment in Bayan Lepas

SEREMBAN: The Negeri Sembilan Road Transport Department (JPJ) recorded 48 cases of emergency lane misuse during a weekend operation on the Kuala Lumpur-Seremban Expressway (PLUS Highway). State JPJ director Hanif Yusabra Yusuf confirmed that 22 offenders received immediate summonses (Notice P22) while 26 others were issued investigation interview notices (Notice 114). He attributed this dangerous… Continue reading Negeri Sembilan JPJ records 48 emergency lane misuse cases on PLUS

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has received 14 unmanned aerial vehicles and seven rescue boats from Japan under the Official Security Assistance initiative to strengthen defence cooperation between both nations. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin confirmed the army would receive six UAVs while the Royal Malaysian Navy would get another six units. Two additional UAVs… Continue reading Malaysia receives 14 UAVs and seven rescue boats from Japan

KUALA TERENGGANU: The gas pipeline leakage involving Petronas Gas Berhad at the East Coast Rail Link project site in Kerteh last Saturday will not affect the project’s progress according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Immediate action was taken to shut off the gas supply once the leak was detected followed by repair works by the… Continue reading Gas leak at ECRL site won’t delay project, says Transport Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd will introduce a real-time train crowd monitoring system that allows passengers to see which train coaches are full before arrival. Acting chief executive officer Nor Azmi Mohd Yusof stated this initiative addresses congestion for over one million daily users of Klang Valley’s rail network. He explained the system will… Continue reading Rapid Rail to launch real-time train crowd monitoring system in KL

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a diesel smuggling and money laundering syndicate operating in Sabah and Sarawak through a special operation codenamed Ops Karen. MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki stated that the organised criminal activities resulted in estimated government revenue losses of RM247 million over a ten-year period. The integrated operation… Continue reading MACC uncovers diesel smuggling syndicate with RM247 million losses

PARIT: An Indonesian woman was fined RM2,000 by the Magistrate’s Court here after pleading guilty to causing the death of her two-month-old child through negligence. Magistrate Nurul Izalina Rajaaim imposed the fine with an alternative six-month jail term on 36-year-old Dewinta Tefa. The mother of six was charged with negligently causing the death of Arkan… Continue reading Indonesian woman fined RM2,000 for negligent death of baby