Kelantan Immigration authorities apprehended eleven Myanmar citizens during a week-long enforcement sweep in Pasir Puteh district. The operation targeted the Selising area through intelligence-led activities that immigration officials conducted from Tuesday through the current week. State Immigration director Mohamed Yusoff Khan Mohd Hassan confirmed the detentions under suspected violations of Immigration Act provisions 6(1)(c) and 15(1)(c). Authorities transferred the detained individuals to Tanah Merah Immigration Depot for continued investigation.
The department maintains aggressive enforcement against undocumented foreign presence within state boundaries. Officials encourage community members to report suspicious immigrant...
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim conducted a royal audience with Sultan Ibrahim at Istana Bukit Tunku. The session covered the upcoming Budi Madani RON95 fuel program launch and subsidy restructuring plans. Malaysia's King received updates about government measures addressing rising living expenses through targeted assistance programs. Anwar also shared details regarding preparations for the 47th ASEAN Summit scheduled for Kuala Lumpur.
The Budi95 program commences September 30 with subsidized RON95 gasoline priced at RM1.99 per liter. Malaysian citizens holding valid MyKad identification and driving permits qualify for the initiative. Each participant receives a 300-liter monthly allowance under the new fuel assistance scheme...
Johor achieved Southeast Asia's fastest data center expansion through strategic government initiatives and comprehensive planning frameworks. The state's total capacity reached 5.8 gigawatts by the second quarter of 2025, representing almost double the previous year's figures. Knight Frank's Asia-Pacific Data Centre Report describes this growth as remarkable for the region. National Data Centre Planning Guidelines enabled developers to overcome land acquisition and power infrastructure obstacles effectively.
Social media companies generated 61 percent of Johor's 260 megawatts leasing activity during early 2025. The state maintains a 1.1 percent vacancy rate, among the region's lowest figures. Power supply expansion remains essential...
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim introduced durian to international delegates at the 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting gala dinner. The Malaysian leader drew comparisons between the polarizing fruit and blue cheese while addressing economic ministers and dialogue partners. Anwar emphasized that presenting Malaysia's signature fruit demonstrated the nation's commitment to advancing ASEAN diplomacy globally. The chairman of ASEAN 2025 advocated for unlocking the regional bloc's complete potential through inclusive growth strategies.
Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul described the diverse food selection as representing ASEAN community solidarity. The buffet featured regional specialties from member nations across Southeast Asia. Local...
Malaysian Red Crescent appeals to regional humanitarian leaders for unified Gaza support efforts. The organization seeks international pressure for ceasefire agreements and increased funding assistance. National chairman Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz addressed attacks against humanitarian workers during recent Southeast Asia leadership gathering. She emphasized stopping violence against aid personnel while highlighting widespread civilian suffering.
The three-day conference concluded with launch of the organization's anniversary publication. Attendees purchased commemorative books for charitable donations supporting ongoing humanitarian missions. Prime Minister's wife Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail joined Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad at...
Johor authorities expand intervention programs as elephant encounters with humans surge across three years. Wildlife conflict reports jumped from 103 cases during 2020 to 253 incidents by last year. Kluang district experiences the most frequent complaints among affected areas. State officials allocate special funding despite federal oversight of wildlife management.
Perhilitan operates one specialized elephant team throughout Johor territory. The unit successfully moved 10 elephants during 2024 to appropriate forest locations. State coordination helped relocate 17 additional elephants this year. October brings a major capture mission targeting Kluang region herds.
Human development pressures wildlife habitats through land conversion...
A 12-year-old boy died after drowning at Pantai Puteri during a swimming trip with two companions. Mohammad Wafiy Adrian Mohd Ridzuan's body was recovered 150 metres from his last known location at 9:40 PM. Emergency responders received the distress call at 6:33 PM and reached the beach within eleven minutes.
Members of the public rescued the two other children before authorities arrived at the scene. Both survivors were transported to Melaka Hospital for medical evaluation. Police took custody of the victim's remains following the recovery operation.
The search and rescue mission mobilized 44 personnel from multiple organizations. Teams from Melaka Fire and Rescue Department, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Civil Defence...
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan begins his diplomatic mission to the 80th United Nations General Assembly session in New York through Sunday. Malaysia's Foreign Minister delivers the nation's statement during Sunday's General Debate at 5am Malaysian time. The minister conducts bilateral discussions with international counterparts and meets the UN Secretary-General alongside other high-level engagements.
The MADANI Government demonstrates its multilateral commitment through this UNGA participation. Malaysia advances global cooperation across peace initiatives, security matters, trade partnerships, investment opportunities, green economy development, emerging technologies and sustainable progress. The assembly operates under the theme "Better...
Firefighters discovered a fatality when flames engulfed a vehicle at Pantai Sungai Lurus beach yesterday afternoon. Emergency services received the distress call at 4:51 PM and deployed eight rescue personnel from Rengit Fire Station. Access challenges forced responders to abandon their fire engine due to the narrow coastal pathway. The rescue team borrowed motorcycles from local residents to traverse the two-kilometer distance to the burning car.
River water became the primary firefighting resource as crews used buckets to battle the blaze. One person perished inside the vehicle during the incident. Batu Pahat district police chief ACP Shahrulanuar Mushaddat Abdullah Sani confirmed ongoing investigations. Authorities continue efforts...
