Category: Local

GEORGE TOWN: A finance officer working at a local consultancy firm has lost RM4.17 million after being deceived by an online investment scam. The incident was reported at the Timur Laut district police headquarters yesterday. Penang police chief Datuk Hamzah Ahmad stated that the 60-year-old victim encountered an advertisement for ‘KKR Investment’ on Facebook in… Continue reading Finance officer loses RM4.17m in online investment scam in Penang

MUAR: Police arrested a father and son for allegedly processing ecstasy powder worth over RM1 million in a raid at a house in Bukit Treh last Monday. The suspects, aged 49 and 23, were caught grinding and repackaging the drugs into drink sachets. Muar police chief ACP Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz said the operation, conducted… Continue reading Father and son arrested for processing RM1 million ecstasy in Muar

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

KEPALA BATAS: Penang recorded the lowest fertility rate in Malaysia last year, with an average of 1.3 children per couple, according to the State Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN). The figure represents a modest increase from 1.2 in 2023, but remains below the national fertility rate of 1.7, prompting LPPKN to step up efforts… Continue reading Penang records lowest fertility rate, LPPKN introduces support programmes

KUALA SELANGOR: The Raja Musa Forest Reserve here has been selected by the ASEAN Task Force on Peatlands (ATFP) as a regional reference site for peatland conservation and restoration efforts. ATFP chairman S.R. Siva Kumar said the site was chosen in recognition of the success achieved by the Selangor government and relevant parties in transforming… Continue reading Raja Musa Forest Reserve recognised as ASEAN Peatland reference site

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The death of a female teacher, Lo Kwan Fong, whose body was found at her home in Bandar Selesa Jaya, Skudai, Iskandar Puteri, on June 13, is believed to have no criminal elements involving illegal moneylending syndicates or loan sharks. Iskandar Puteri police chief ACP M. Kumarasan said although the 39-year-old victim had… Continue reading Police rule out loan shark involvement in teacher’s death

PUTRAJAYA: Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has urged all 156 local authorities nationwide to expedite the delivery of public development projects, in line with national goals to enhance economic competitiveness and the ease of doing business. Speaking during a high-level meeting with representatives from local councils across the country, Nga stressed the… Continue reading KPKT minister urges local councils speed up development projects

PUTRAJAYA: Women in the civil service are not just supporting figures in government agencies but capable leaders, policy thinkers, and nation-builders, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. Citing 2023 data from the Public Service Department (PSD), he noted that women made up 59.3 per cent of the public sector… Continue reading Women in civil service are nation-builders, not just supporting figures – KSN

KUALA LUMPUR: The prosecution today filed an ex-parte application in the High Court here seeking to restrain Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the widow of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, or her associates, from dealing with offshore assets amounting to USD157.5 million (approximately RM667 million) and GBP85 million located in Jersey, a British Crown dependency.… Continue reading Prosecution seeks court order to restrain Tun Daim’s widow from handling assets in Jersey

KANGAR: A Thai man was charged at the Magistrate’s Court here today with trafficking 2,987 grammes of cannabis at the Bukit Ketri Railway Station near Padang Besar on June 11. However, no plea was recorded from the accused, Mahmud Chaidilok, 21, who nodded in understanding after the charge was read out by the court interpreter… Continue reading Thai national charged with trafficking 2,987 grammes of cannabis

PETALING JAYA: Police believe last week’s fatal shooting incidents in Cheras and Brickfields are unrelated, based on early investigations. Cheras district police chief assistant commissioner Aidil Bolhassan confirmed that no arrests have been made so far in the Cheras shooting case, which took place outside a shopping mall along Jalan Loke Yew. ALSO READ: Cheras,… Continue reading No link between Cheras, Brickfields shootings so far: Police

PUTRAJAYA: Kyrgyz Republic is committed to deepening comprehensive cooperation with Malaysia and advancing their partnership to the next level, President Sadyr Zhaparov said Wednesday. He said bilateral relations between the Kyrgyz Republic and Malaysia are now at an all-time high, further strengthened by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to Bishkek in May 2024.… Continue reading Kyrgyz Republic-Malaysia ties reach new high, set for deeper cooperation – Zhaparov

PUTRAJAYA: The National Association of Wives of Civil Servants and Women Civil Servants (PUSPANITA) today launched the ‘PUSPANITA Volunteer Squad’, a new initiative aimed at strengthening the involvement of women civil servants in humanitarian work and disaster relief efforts. PUSPANITA patron Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said the establishment of the squad will… Continue reading PUSPANITA launches volunteer squad to boost role in aid, relief efforts

KUALA LUMPUR: The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) will host the National Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) here this Friday. JAKIM director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia are expected to… Continue reading National-level Maal Hijrah celebration to take place at MITEC this Friday

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has identified the chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) in Melaka as the main suspect in a case involving the misappropriation of RM26 million in public donations meant for charitable purposes. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said five individuals, including the chairman and financial manager of the… Continue reading MACC probes Melaka NGO over RM26m fund misuse

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has filed a forfeiture application for the Menara Ilham building linked to the late former finance minister, Tun Daim Zainuddin. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the 60-storey building is among the latest assets subject to forfeiture proceedings involving Daim, his wife Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul… Continue reading MACC files forfeiture application for Menara Ilham building

GEORGE TOWN: An assistant lorry driver who admitted to injuring a police officer had his guilty plea rejected by the Magistrate’s Court here today after he failed to identify photographic evidence presented in the case. Magistrate Siti Nurul Suhaila Baharin declined to accept the plea from S.R. Aingaran, 19, citing the accused’s inability to recognise… Continue reading Lorry driver’s guilty plea rejected in police assault case

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation papers have… Continue reading Ismail Sabri probe done, MACC plans RM170m forfeiture

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and the Kyrgyz Republic today called for greater efforts to acknowledge Afghanistan into the international community. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, in a joint press conference with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov here, said the two countries shared the view that Afghanistan should be embraced in the international community, albeit with certain observations.… Continue reading Malaysia, Kyrgyz Republic urge inclusion of Afghanistan

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and the Kyrgyz Republic have agreed to work together in developing Islamic banking and boosting trade in halal products, with Malaysia offering its expertise in both sectors to help develop relevant facilities and services in Kyrgyz Republic. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said during his meeting with President Sadyr Zhaparov, both leaders… Continue reading Malaysia, Kyrgyz Republic to boost halal, Islamic banking

PUTRAJAYA: A symbol of nomadic resilience and cultural heritage took centre stage here today as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Zhaparov, attended a traditional Kyrgyz Yurt ceremony on the sidelines of the President’s official visit to Malaysia. The ceremony featured the Boz Ui, a traditional Kyrgyz… Continue reading Anwar, Zhaparov attend traditional Kyrgyz yurt ceremony

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted an official luncheon in honour of visiting Kyrgyz Republic President Sadyr Zhaparov at the Seri Perdana today. Zhaparov, who arrived in Malaysia yesterday for a two-day official visit, was welcomed by Anwar at the prime minister’s official residence at 11 am. He was also warmly received with… Continue reading PM Anwar hosts Kyrgyz President Zhaparov in Putrajaya

KUALA LUMPUR: Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd has denied a SelangorKini report claiming that treated sewage discharge was the cause of flooding in Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam. According to IWK, its operations team conducted an inspection following a complaint by Zone 9 city councillor Ramu Nadarajan and found that the primary cause of… Continue reading IWK denies treated sewage caused Taman Sri Muda flood

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detected the use of RM11 million in digital currency, believed to be proceeds from the misappropriation of sukuk funds meant for highway construction, involving several individual and company accounts. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the money is suspected to have been obtained from sukuk funds… Continue reading MACC finds RM11m crypto highway fund corruption investigation

PETALING JAYA: STPM is shedding its “last resort” reputation and gaining ground as a competitive, respected choice among school leavers, education experts say. National Association of Private Educational Institutions (Napei) secretary-general Dr Teh Choon Jin said that while STPM was traditionally viewed as a fallback option, it has since evolved into a recognised and structured… Continue reading STPM reclaims its stature

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite living without electricity or the internet, 20-year-old Roziana Tan Beng Hai of SMK Tanjung Gemok, Kuala Rompin in Pahang, defied the odds to score the perfect cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4 in the STPM examination. An Orang Asli student from Kampung Mentelong, Roziana faced immense challenges in her academic journey.… Continue reading Orang Asli student defies odds to score perfect CGPA

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 300 scholarships will be awarded to outstanding Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) graduates to pursue education degrees at public universities and teacher training institutes, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said the initiative is part of the Education Ministry’s efforts to create more pathways for high-achieving Form Six students and… Continue reading Form Six breaks barriers, gets major boost

PETALING JAYA: The Ipoh High Court today acquitted and discharged three men of drug trafficking charges after finding the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. Justice Datuk Bhupindar Singh Gucharan Singh Preet ruled that the accused—Mohd Nazreen Hazim Abdullah, 35; Mohd Suhaimi Ahmad, 42; and Muhammad Shafiq Shamsuddin, 38—had no proven control over… Continue reading High Court acquits three men of drug trafficking in Ipoh case