Category: Local

PARIS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet with France’s top two leaders on the second day of his official visit to the country, today. Having arrived yesterday, Anwar is scheduled for a morning meeting with his counterpart, Francois Bayrou. He was earlier accorded an official welcome at the Hôtel des Invalides.… Continue reading PM Anwar to meet France’s top leaders during official visit

KOTA BELUD: The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) has allocated RM1 million each to 12 MADANI Adopted Villages for various development projects. The funds will be used for both physical and non-physical initiatives aimed at improving local communities. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that the allocation is designed for quick implementation with… Continue reading RM1 million allocation for 12 MADANI adopted villages under KDN

SEPANG: A 61-year-old man was charged in the Sessions Court today for allegedly posting offensive remarks against His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, on Facebook in February. The charges were not read out in court due to the accused’s health and hearing difficulties. Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman allowed the accused to undergo psychiatric evaluation… Continue reading Elderly man charged for offensive Facebook remarks against King

JOHOR BAHRU: A syndicate has been uncovered operating out of rented luxury apartments, which were converted into both a drug processing centre and a clandestine entertainment hub complete with karaoke rooms for customers. Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said that in a raid at about 6.30 am on June 25, rooms in three apartments… Continue reading Luxury apartment raid uncovers drug den, karaoke hub

PUTRAJAYA: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has uncovered a breach of immigration procedures involving the entry of a Ghanaian national through the Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration Office in Kedah. The incident, which occurred on November 18 last year, violated Malaysia’s immigration regulations. According to the EAIC, paragraph 4.1 of the Malaysian Immigration Circular (PIM)… Continue reading EAIC finds immigration breach in Ghanaian national’s entry via Bukit Kayu Hitam

KUANTAN: A nurse lost more than RM634,000 after being duped by a non-existent investment scheme. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the 39-year-old woman claimed it all started when she befriended an individual through the WhatsApp application. The person offered the victim job opportunities abroad before persuading her to invest in a scheme… Continue reading Nurse loses over RM634,000 to investment scam

GEORGE TOWN: A part-time hotel worker pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court here today to charges of raping and committing unnatural sex on an Australian woman. S.Prasanth, 25, who made the plea before Judge Juraidah Abbas, requested time to appoint a lawyer to represent him. He is charged with raping the Australian woman in a… Continue reading Part-time hotel worker charged with raping Australian woman

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor government has scheduled a briefing this Monday for parliamentary and state assembly members to explain the issue of the gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the decision to hold the special briefing, which would be open to both Government and Opposition lawmakers,… Continue reading Selangor govt to brief law makers on Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion this Monday

KUALA LUMPUR: An elderly man pleaded not guilty in the Ampang Sessions Court here today to a charge of raping his girlfriend’s daughter. Azman Hasim, 61, is charged with raping the girl, who was 12 years and four months old then, at a house in Taman Seraya here, in the middle of last year. The… Continue reading 12-year-old girl raped: Woman, boyfriend charged

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has seized a tanker transporting 62,000 litres of diesel without a valid permit. The vessel was intercepted during a routine patrol near Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang. Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh, director of Selangor MMEA, confirmed the detention occurred around 1.30 pm yesterday. The tanker… Continue reading Selangor MMEA seizes tanker with 62,000 litres of illegal diesel

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Canadian counterpart Mark Carney have agreed to accelerate negotiations for the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA) to foster mutual economic benefits. The leaders emphasised this during a phone conversation, where Anwar congratulated Carney on his Liberal Party’s recent election victory. Anwar, currently in Paris, highlighted the… Continue reading Anwar and Carney push for swift ASEAN-Canada free trade deal

KUALA LUMPUR: A local musician was arrested for allegedly assaulting his housemate following a heated argument over a door-slamming incident in Pandan Indah, Ampang Jaya. The 46-year-old suspect was detained by police yesterday but later released after giving his statement. According to Ampang Jaya police chief ACP Mohd Azam Ismail, the altercation began last Monday… Continue reading Musician arrested for assaulting housemate in Ampang door-slamming case

KOTA BHARU: The remand of five individuals, including a married couple, linked to a drug syndicate distributing 35.4 kilogrammes of pil kuda in Pasir Mas and Tumpat has been extended until July 11. The extension was granted by Magistrate Wan Ashrul Afham Azmi at the Pasir Mas Magistrate’s Court today to facilitate further investigations under… Continue reading Five suspects in pil kuda trafficking case remanded until July 11

KUALA LUMPUR: The Bangladeshi Radical Militant Group (GMRB), recently dismantled by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), was actively raising funds and recruiting members for the Islamic State (IS) in Syria and Bangladesh. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail revealed that the group charged an annual membership fee of RM500 per person, alongside voluntary… Continue reading GMRB militant group funds operations in Syria, Bangladesh via Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reached out to his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney, urging a reconsideration of visa exemptions for Malaysian citizens. Currently, Malaysians require a visa to visit Canada for tourism, study, or work. Anwar highlighted the importance of aligning Malaysia’s visa treatment with that of other Commonwealth nations to… Continue reading Anwar hopes Canada reconsider visa exemption for Malaysians

PUTRAJAYA: Federal Court Judge Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof will assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president following Tan Sri Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim’s retirement yesterday. In a letter dated yesterday, Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim, who is assuming the powers and duties of the Chief Justice, said… Continue reading Zabariah assumes duties as Court of Appeal president

ROME: Malaysia and Italy have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties with a renewed focus on defence cooperation, following a series of high-level meetings in Rome this week. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, who joined Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for a bilateral meeting with Italy Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at… Continue reading Malaysia, Italy strengthen defence ties through high-level engagements

KUALA TERENGGANU: An express bus driver and three passengers were issued summonses for failing to wear seat belts during a special enforcement operation by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) in Terengganu. The nationwide crackdown, which began on July 1, aims to ensure compliance with the new directive making seat belts mandatory for drivers and passengers… Continue reading Express bus driver and passengers fined for not wearing seat belts in Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: A 59-year-old retiree was cheated out of RM90,541 after falling victim to an online investment scam. The fraud involved a company named Habib Fun, according to Kuala Terengganu police chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor. The victim received a WhatsApp link on June 11 from a woman he had befriended on Facebook. The suspect… Continue reading Retiree loses RM90k in online investment scam in Kuala Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: Amid concerns over the expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST), seafood traders in Terengganu have maintained stable prices, reassuring customers that fresh fish and other marine products are not affected by the new tax measures. At Pasar Payang 1, fish seller Abdul Mubin Mohd, 59, confirmed that prices for various types of fish,… Continue reading Seafood prices stable in Terengganu despite SST expansion

SEREMBAN: A frozen food trader in his early 50s lost over RM600,000 after falling prey to a fraudulent online business investment scheme last month. The victim reported the incident to Nilai district police today, revealing he was lured into transferring funds to multiple bank accounts under false pretenses. Nilai district police chief Supt Abdul Malik… Continue reading Frozen food trader loses RM600k in online investment scam in Seremban

PARIS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Paris for his first official visit to France at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron. The Malaysian delegation landed at Pavillon d’Honneur Orly Airport at 4.10 pm local time after concluding a three-day working visit to Rome. Malaysia’s Ambassador to France, Datuk Eldeen Husaini, along… Continue reading PM Anwar arrives in Paris for official visit to France

KOTA BHARU: Kelantan’s much-anticipated electric bus service, Bas. My Kota Bharu, is scheduled to begin operations next month after a brief delay. The service, managed by Konsortium E-Mutiara Berhad (E-Mutiara), was initially set to launch earlier but faced technical setbacks. E-Mutiara chairman Che Ibrahim Che Ismail clarified that the five buses currently running on the… Continue reading Electric buses to launch in Kelantan next month with four routes

CHUKAI: A student from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) died in a tragic accident at the Perasing Rest and Service Area (R&R) earlier today. Her pillion rider sustained serious injuries after their motorcycle collided with a road barrier. Kemaman Police Chief Supt Mohd Razi Rosli identified the deceased as Siti Ain Balqis Hamdan, 23, from Gombak,… Continue reading UMT student dies in Perasing R&R motorcycle accident

JERTIH: Overweight and obesity among teenagers aged between 10 and 19 in Terengganu are becoming increasingly worrying issues. State Health director Datuk Dr Kasemani Embong said that of the 13,613 teenagers who underwent health screenings last year, 664 were found to be obese, 1,689 were overweight, while 1,697 were underweight. “Dietary habits are among the… Continue reading Rising obesity and vaping concerns among Terengganu teens

KUANTAN: Police have opened investigations after three telecommunications companies reported thefts of critical components from transmission towers in Raub. U Mobile, Maxis, and CelcomDigi lodged separate police reports regarding missing slot cards, which are essential for processing internet data. Raub district police chief Supt Mohd Shahril Abdul Rahman confirmed the cases are being probed under… Continue reading Telecom tower theft disrupts services in Raub, three reports filed

KOTA BHARU: Starting January 2026, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers who are obese or fail to meet the required body mass index (BMI) will be ineligible for promotion. Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki announced the new policy, stressing the need for optimal fitness among enforcement personnel. Azam Baki said the move aims to address… Continue reading Obese MACC officers not eligible for promotion from January 2026 – Azam Baki

KUANTAN: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has finalised the latest guidelines for the beauty industry and will submit the proposal to the Cabinet, said Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh. She said the guidelines, which have been in use since 2013, include several improvements, in line with current industry developments,… Continue reading Latest beauty industry guidelines ready, to go before cabinet – Fuziah

KANGAR: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in the Kuala Perlis Maritime Zone foiled an attempt to smuggle 170 kilogrammes of compressed cannabis worth nearly RM900,000 in Kuala Perlis waters early today. Kedah and Perlis MMEA director First Admiral Romli Mustafa said the cannabis seizure from a wooden engine-powered boat at around 3.30 am was… Continue reading MMEA seizes RM900,000 worth of cannabis in Kuala Perlis

KUALA LUMPUR: The People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA) is not just about volunteerism but stands as a symbol of the Malaysian people’s resilience in times of crisis, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. In a Facebook post, Saifuddin Nasution said the corps’ vital role is evident through its readiness to respond under various circumstances… Continue reading RELA a symbol of people’s resilience – Saifuddin Nasution

BATU KAWAN: A businessman narrowly escaped injury after reclining his car seat fully during a shooting incident in front of a primary school in Sungai Nyior. The incident occurred on Tuesday while the man was waiting for his child. Penang Deputy Police Chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin stated that the victim, in his 40s,… Continue reading Driver escapes shooting by reclining seat in Batu Kawan

KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recorded statements from 61 witnesses as part of its ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the Maju Expressway (MEX II) extension project. Chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed the progress, noting that all witnesses were interviewed recently. Azam stated that the value of confiscated assets linked… Continue reading MEX II highway probe: 61 witnesses called in RM32m graft case

ROME: Potential investments worth RM8.13 billion have been achieved through the Malaysia-Italy economic cooperation roundtable meeting and meetings with companies here, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The roundtable meeting involved the participation of 41 Italian companies and agencies, comprising 23 companies from the manufacturing sector, nine companies from the service sector, two companies… Continue reading Malaysia succeeds in attracting RM8.13b potential investments from Italy – PM Anwar

GEORGE TOWN: A female stockbroker lost RM1.24 million to a phone scam syndicate that alleged she was under investigation for money laundering. Penang deputy police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the Commercial Crime Investigation Division of the Northeast district police headquarters received a report from the 47-year-old local woman yesterday. “According to the… Continue reading Stockbroker loses RM1.24 million to elaborate phone scam

JASIN: A fire early this morning destroyed three classrooms and a teachers’ room at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Dang Anum in Merlimau. Melaka Fire and Rescue Department director Mohd Zaidi Ma’at said they received an emergency call at 5.36 am, and a team was deployed immediately to the scene. “This early morning fire destroyed 80… Continue reading First floor of Merlimau’s SMK Dang Anum building destroyed in fire

JASIN: The newly opened three-kilometre road connecting Serkam and Bemban will serve as a strategic alternative route for tourists travelling from the south to Melaka, particularly to the main tourist attractions in the city centre via the Jasin Toll, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh. He said the new road, which links the… Continue reading Jalan Serkam-Bemban a boost to tourism access to Melaka City

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has embarked on an inaugural official visit to France from July 3 to 4 at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron. Malaysia’s Ambassador to France Datuk Eldeen Husaini Mohd Hashim said the visit carries an official status and signifies France’s strong commitment towards its diplomatic ties with… Continue reading PM Anwar’s inaugural official visit to France to strengthen bilateral ties – Envoy

KOTA BHARU: A federal government department director in Kelantan will soon face charges for alleged abuse of power, corruption, and false claims. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed the impending prosecution, stating that the deputy public prosecutor has approved the charges. The director, nearing retirement, is expected to be charged within… Continue reading Kelantan federal director faces corruption charges by MACC

PASIR MAS: Police uncovered a major drug trafficking operation after discovering over 35.4 kilograms of ‘pil kuda’ concealed in a pile of cow dung during raids in Pasir Mas and Tumpat. The drugs, valued at RM5.04 million, were seized alongside luxury items worth RM1.1 million. Acting Director of Bukit Aman’s Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (JSJN),… Continue reading Police uncover RM5m drugs hidden in cow dung in Kelantan raids