Category: Local

IPOH: A fisherman gone missing is feared to have drowned after the boat he was on with two other fishermen caught fire about 8.6 nautical miles east of Tanjung Piandang, Kuala Kurau today. Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Kuala Kurau Zone director Maritime Commander Mohd Hairil Othman said all three fishermen on board jumped into… Continue reading Three fishermen jump overboard from burning boat, one missing

SUNGAI PETANI: A pet owner is believed to have cruelly chained a dog to his motorcycle and dragged it to get rid of it, on grounds that he no longer wanted to keep the animal after four months. In the outrageous incident in Bandar Puteri Jaya near here yesterday evening, the man’s inhumane act was… Continue reading Pet owner drags dog chained to mototcycle – Police

JASIN: The company linked to a recent fraud involving 47 Malaysian haj pilgrims has been confirmed to be operating without a valid licence or accreditation as a Haj Pilgrimage Operator (PJH), which is required to manage haj travel arrangements. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said preliminary checks… Continue reading Haj scam: Company linked to 47 duped pilgrims unlicensed – Mohd Na’im

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) has formed a strategic partnership with the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) to plan, implement, and coordinate the development project of Shah Alam Sentral (SA Sentral). The collaboration was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed today by PKNS group chief executive officer Datuk Mahmud Abbas… Continue reading PKNS, MBSA form strategic partnership to develop Shah Alam Sentral

KUALA LUMPUR: Applicants for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 3/2025 may verify their intake status starting tomorrow at 10 am. The National Service Training Depa https://plkn.mod.gov.my/pelatih/semakan/form. ntake status can be checked via the department’s official website or PLKN 3.0 link at https://plkn.mod.gov.my/pelatih/semakan/form. To ensure a smooth registration and administrative process, selected trainees… Continue reading PLKN 3.0 Series 3/2025 trainee intake status verification opens tomorrow

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will formulate an effective strategy to develop the local corn grain industry to reduce dependence on imported commodities, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said the move to develop the main ingredient ecosystem in the country’s livestock sector was described as an important approach that could stimulate the development… Continue reading Govt drafting strategy to develop local corn grain industry- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: The allocation of RM30 million announced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for media organisations in the country to implement digital transformation and adopt new technology received kudos from journalists, as it will go a long way to attract the younger generation to mainstream content. This initiative is also seen as significant to ensure… Continue reading Govt’s funding a step towards future-ready mainstream media

MELAKA: The Forestry Department of Peninsular Malaysia (JPSM) has enhanced its Forestry Forensic Guidelines to ensure a more practical and relevant approach to crime scene management, said its director-general, Datuk Zahari Ibrahim. He said the improvements would also ensure more efficient handling of case exhibits and more thorough preparations of investigation papers. According to him,… Continue reading JPSM enhances Forestry Forensic Guidelines

PUTRAJAYA: The public service vehicle (PSV) licence of the bus driver involved in the accident involving students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) has been suspended with immediate effect, according to the Road Transport Department (JPJ). JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said the action was taken in accordance with the provisions of Section 56(4)… Continue reading Gerik crash: Bus driver’s licence suspended, operating company being investigated – JPJ

BALIK PULAU: Four houses at Jalan Kampung Air Putih, here, were inundated due to a flash flood following heavy rain this afternoon. Penang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) assistant director of Operations John Sagun Francis said two fire engines with six personnel from the Balik Pulau Fire and Rescue Station were dispatched to the scene… Continue reading Flash flood hits Balik Pulau, four homes inundated

SEPANG: Police raided five premises suspected of conducting illegal Bitcoin mining activities during a special operation on the cryptocurrency mining machines here last Friday. Sepang district police chief ACP Norhizam Bahaman said five separate teams conducted the raids simultaneously, between 10 am and 7 pm, on three premises in Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi and two… Continue reading Sepang police raid five premises suspected of conducting illegal Bitcoin mining activities

JERTIH: The tragic passing of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) student Fatin Nasrien Fadli in a bus accident on the East-West Highway (JRTB), near Tasik Banding, Gerik on June 9, has not only left a deep impact on her family but also moved the hearts of the public. The sorrow deepened when it came to… Continue reading Malaysians rally behind family of UPSI student killed in bus crash

LANGKAWI: ASEAN education policymakers are set to gather here, at the Jewel of Kedah, starting tomorrow for the ASEAN Ministers of Education and Higher Education Roundtables (#EduRoundtables2025). Throughout the three-day event, Ministers of Education and Higher Education, along with senior officials from ASEAN member states and Timor-Leste, are expected to deliberate on a new framework… Continue reading ASEAN ministers convene in Langkawi for roundtables on education matters

KANGAR: The Perlis state government has decided to permanently halt operations for the café project within Gua Cenderawasih (Cenderawasih Cave), Bukit Lagi, here, after considering safety aspects and the conservation of the geotourism site. Perlis Tourism, Arts and Culture, and Rural Development Committee chairman Abu Bakar Hamzah said the decision was reached following a site… Continue reading Perlis govt halts cave cafe project at Gua Cenderawasih over safety, conservation concerns

SHAH ALAM: A major flood mitigation initiative under the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) project has successfully increased the Klang River’s water capacity by 18 per cent, covering a 31-kilometre stretch from the river mouth to the Petaling Jaya-Kuala Lumpur border. Syaiful Azmen Nordin, managing director of Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd (LLSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of… Continue reading SMG flood mitigation initiative increases Klang River capacity by 18% – LLSB

SANDAKAN: The Concert and Event in Malaysia Incentives (CEMI), a financial rebate initiative introduced by the Communications Ministry through MyCreative Ventures (MyCV) on May 15, has received 37 applications as of June 12, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. She stated that the government had allocated RM10 million for CEMI to boost the local… Continue reading 37 CEMI applications received as of June 12 – Teo

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Department of Fisheries (DOF) will enhance monitoring aspects, standard operating procedures (SOP), and the effectiveness of MCS (Monitoring, Control & Surveillance) enforcement in the state’s waters following recommendations from the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) regarding the issue of trawler incursions from Zone B to Zone A. Its director, Zarina Zainuddin,… Continue reading EAIC: Penang DOF committed to improving effectiveness of MCS management enforcement

KAPIT: Impoundment works for the Baleh Hydroelectric Dam project are scheduled to commence in 2027, and are expected to take approximately two years to complete, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said once completed, the Sarawak Energy-owned project will be able to generate up to 1.2 Gigawatt (GW) of electricity by… Continue reading Impoundment works at Baleh Hydroelectric Dam set to begin in 2027

JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 500 students from Southern University College (Southern UC) received RM2,000 each in education assistance today through a RM1 million allocation channelled by the Sultanah Fatimah Foundation (YSF). State Health and Unity Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said the initiative was part of the state’s ongoing efforts to support students, particularly… Continue reading YSF distributes RM1 mln aid to 500 Southern UC students

PUTRAJAYA: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek today strongly condemned the actions of some quarters who politicised the recent fight involving two students at a school in Terengganu. She also denied baseless allegations linking the mother of one of the students involved being related to her. “The slander linking one of the mothers of the students involved… Continue reading Fadhlina hits out at politicising students’ squabble in Terengganu

PUTRAJAYA: The first phase of the Halal Industry Master Plan (HIMP2030), covering the period from 2023 to 2025, has recorded encouraging achievements with an implementation rate of 89.7 per cent, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Halal Industry Development Council (MPIH) chairman, said that during… Continue reading HIMP2030 first phase achieves 89.7% implementation, contributes RM149 bln to GDP — Ahmad Zahid

PADANG TERAP: The Kedah Regional Development Authority (KEDA) will strengthen durian cultivation through the Integrated Village Economic Development Project (PROSPEK) in Pedu to further revitalise the agrotourism sector in the subdistrict. KEDA chairman Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid said the project, which involves 12 villages in the subdistrict, has so far succeeded in increasing the income… Continue reading KEDA boosts durian planting in Pedu to spur agrotourism

IPOH: A local man was fined RM100,000 by the Kuala Kangsar Sessions Court today for possession of unlicensed controlled goods (diesel) under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. The Perak Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), in a statement, said that Ong Seow Hooi, 49, owner of a tanker lorry, was accused… Continue reading Lorry owner fined RM100,000 for possessing unlicensed diesel

KLANG: More than two million individuals have participated in skills development programmes under this year’s National Training Week (NTW), surpassing its initial target of one million participants, said Human Resource Minister Steven Sim. He said 41 per cent of the participants were involved in training focused on Industry 4.0-related skills, highlighting a strong national push… Continue reading NTW 2025 draws over two million participants, exceeds target – Sim

CHUKAI: Nine students from a secondary school here, believed to be involved in an assault case against a male student last month, have been remanded for three days, beginning today. Kemaman District Police chief Supt Mohd Razi Rosli said the remand order was issued by Judge Wan Suhaila Mohd to allow investigations under Section 147… Continue reading Nine students remanded over alleged assault case in Chukai

MELAKA: A heavy-muscled calf worth over RM10,000 will be up for grabs in a lucky draw at Melaka Agrofest 2025, set to take place at Dataran Sejarah Ayer Keroh from June 27 to 29. State Rural Development, Agriculture and Food Security Committee chairman Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh said 15,000 Melaka guavas will also be… Continue reading Heavy-muscled calf among prizes awaiting visitors at Melaka Agrofest 2025

SEREMBAN: The Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association (PVATM) plans to help establish a syariah-compliant halal hub in Vietnam as part of its strategy to expand economic activities globally. Its president, Datuk Shaharuddin Omar, said the plan will be implemented in collaboration with the Vietnam Veterans Association, which shares an interest in developing the halal economy… Continue reading PVATM to help establish halal hub in Vietnam to expand economic activities

KULIM: Villagers in Kampung Ulu Dingin in this district are living in fear again over the presence of a tiger which has reportedly returned to attack their livestock recently. Livestock farmer Muhammad Khairul Azlan Che Hamid, 37, claimed that the latest attack occurred last Thursday (June 12) with a pregnant cow being killed by the… Continue reading Kulim’s Kg Ulu Dingin villagers living in fear as prowling tiger attacks livestock again

KOTA BHARU: A labourer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to three charges of arson and injuring his brother with a machete. Mohd Fazrul Izuan Mohamad, 36, changed his plea to not guilty after the charges were re-read before Judge Zulkifli Abllah. For the first charge, he is accused of setting ablaze… Continue reading Labourer claims trial to arson, hurting brother

PUTRAJAYA: The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) today launched OP Metro 3.0 to strengthen the culture of tax compliance among taxpayers through a more strategic and focused approach. The operation, which runs until June 20, is being conducted simultaneously around the Klang Valley with the involvement of various departments under IRB, including the Tax Compliance Sector,… Continue reading IRB launches OP Metro 3.0 to strengthen tax compliance in Klang Valley

KUALA TERENGGANU: PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang is scheduled to undergo a medical procedure tomorrow. This was shared by his son, Dr Muhammad Khalil, who is also Terengganu Information, Dakwah and Syariah Empowerment Committee chairman, via his Facebook page, while requesting the public to pray for the success of the procedure involving the… Continue reading Abdul Hadi to undergo medical procedure on June 17

CYBERJAYA: The Mobile Integrated Radio and Internet Communication System (PRIME), a strategic initiative by the Ministry of Communications through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), was launched today to bolster preparedness in facing disasters and emergencies in public areas. PRIME, launched by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil here, is a vehicle-based mobile integrated communication… Continue reading Mobile comms system ‘PRIME’ launched to boost disaster preparedness

MELAKA: The National Service Training Department (JLKN) is currently assessing and reviewing the reasons given by candidates who did not turn up for the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 Series 2 of 2025, which kicked off on May 11. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said a report on this matter will be presented to… Continue reading PLKN 3.0 absentees under scrutiny, may face legal action

JOHOR BAHRU: The working paper for the construction of Sultanah Aminah 2 Hospital (HSA-2) is now in its final phase of preparation before being presented to the Cabinet for further discussion and approval. Johor Health and Unity Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon said the progress was achieved after all issues related to land ownership and… Continue reading Working paper on Sultanah Aminah 2 Hospital construction almost ready for Cabinet – Exco

MELAKA: Forty-nine Armed Forces (MAF) veterans have successfully secured second careers in the high-technology industry through the Veteran MyWIRA programme launched in January last year. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said this marks a significant achievement in ensuring that the veterans not only secure employment but also earn a better income after completing their service.… Continue reading 49 MAF veterans secure second careers in high-tech industry – Adly

IPOH: Police have recorded the statement of a male teacher who allegedly posted offensive remarks on social media related to the fatal crash involving 15 Universiti Perguruan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in Gerik on June 9. Manjung police chief ACP Hasbullah Abd Rahman said the teacher came to the Manjung District Police Headquarters at 10… Continue reading Gerik bus crash: Cops record statement of teacher over offensive remarks

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will implement various new initiatives to elevate the dignity of the country’s fisheries sector to a more modern and competitive level, said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. He said that among the initiatives involved were the upgrading of technology and facilities, strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem and comprehensive… Continue reading Govt to modernise fisheries sector for B40 fishermen – Mohamad Sabu

KOTA BHARU: A senior civil engineer pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to 14 charges of receiving RM100,000 in bribes in connection with payment claims for the Central Spine Road (LTU) project in Gua Musang, Kelantan. Based on the 14 charges, Mohd Azly Abdul Aziz, 44, in his capacity as senior civil… Continue reading Senior civil engineer charged with accepting RM100,000 in bribes over LTU project claims

PUTRAJAYA: A total of 150,557 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2024 leavers have been offered places at public higher learning institutions (IPTA), the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) announced today. It said the number represents 67.33 per cent of the total 223,624 applications received through the UPUOnline system. “Of the total, 86,589 applicants were offered places at… Continue reading 150,557 SPM 2024 leavers offered places at IPTA – MOHE

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has strengthened security cooperation with the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport District Police Headquarters (KLIA IPD) to ensure the smooth running of the 21st Principals Meeting of the ASEAN-Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) scheduled to take place from Oct 28-30 in Kuala Lumpur.… Continue reading MACC, AKPS, and KLIA IPD strengthen security control ahead of ASEAN-PAC meeting in October

IPOH: The naked, rotting body of a man was found hanging by a belt from a tree branch in an oil palm plantation at Felda Gunung Besout 2 in Trolak near here yesterday. Muallim police chief Supt Mohd Hasni Mohd Nasir said the body’s discovery was reported at 5.13 pm. He said a passerby searching… Continue reading Rotting body of naked man found hanging from tree in oil palm plantation

PUTRAJAYA: The government will allocate RM300 million under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) to implement two key fisheries schemes aimed at safeguarding marine resources and improving fishermen’s welfare, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said the two schemes are the Fisheries Catch Sector Financing Scheme and the Matching Grant Scheme… Continue reading Govt to allocate RM300 mln for two schemes to strengthen fisheries industry – Ahmad Zahid

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Blue Economy Council (MEBS) is a strategic platform to strengthen the state’s blue economy agenda through the coordination and implementation of more structured policies, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. He said MEBS, which was approved at the Sabah Cabinet Meeting on June 4, was established as a strategic effort… Continue reading MEBS, strategic platform to empower Sabah’s blue economy strategy – Hajiji

BUTTERWORTH: The government is ramping up efforts to increase Malaysia’s total fertility rate (TFR), which has been declining over the past 15 years, by promoting inclusive solutions to include men. Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the country’s TFR is at 1.7 this year, a slight improvement from 1.6… Continue reading Govt seeks to ramp up TFR by promoting inclusive solutions involving men – Nancy

KUALA LUMPUR: A Bangladeshi labourer pleaded not guilty in the Magistrates’ Court here today to a charge of reckless driving that resulted in the death of a pedestrian last week. Atique Zaman, 39, was charged with recklessly driving a black Nissan Sylphy, causing the death of Muhammad Redzuan Jamal, 46, at Jalan Ipoh (in front… Continue reading Bangladeshi labourer charged with reckless driving causing pedestrian’s death

BANGI: Malaysia will host the ASEAN Law Forum 2025 from Aug 19 to 21 as part of its ASEAN Chairmanship this year, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. She said the forum is one of several important meetings and conferences involving the legal sector at… Continue reading ASEAN Law Forum 2025 this August set to enhance regional cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court today allowed Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s application to transfer his seven charges of abuse of power and receiving funds from unlawful activities from the Sessions Court to the High Court. Justice Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin granted the application after hearing submissions from Muhyiddin’s counsel, Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik, and… Continue reading High Court allows Muhyiddin’s application to transfer abuse of power, money laundering case

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan Customs Department seized over 14 kilogrammes (kg) of ganja flowers, estimated to be worth RM1.43 million, at Gate 1 of the Duty Free Zone in Rantau Panjang on May 27. Its director, Wan Jamal Abdul Salam Wan Long said the seizure was made after the Rantau Panjang East Zone Narcotics Unit… Continue reading Customs foils smuggling of ganja buds worth RM1.43 mln in Rantau Panjang

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia continues to strengthen strategic cooperation in the health sector through a courtesy visit by the United States-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC) delegation to the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) today. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad in a Facebook post said the meeting, led by US-ABC Malaysia head of delegation Tina Jamaluddin,… Continue reading Malaysia, US-ABC strengthen regional health cooperation