KOTA BARU: The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department has recorded 1,089 open burning cases from the overall total of 1,418 fire emergency calls received since Jan 1. Read full story
Two held in murder probe after charred body found in Kulim
KULIM: Police have opened a murder investigation following the discovery of a charred body alongside a burnt motorcycle at Ladang Anak Kulim on Saturday (March 28). Read full story
Poultry processing plant in Kedah fined RM30,000 for pollution
ALOR SETAR: A chicken slaughtering company in Bukit Pinang has been fined RM30,000 by the Sessions Court here for failing to comply with industrial effluent discharge standards. Read full story
Employment Pass rules, processing time under review, says Digital Ministry
PETALING JAYA: The Digital Ministry says it has taken note of industry stakeholders’ concerns over recent revisions to Employment Pass application guidelines and processing timelines, particularly in the global business services (GBS) sector. Read full story
Egypt gives assurance to facilitate Malaysian humanitarian aid to Gaza, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Egypt has given a clear guarantee and commitment to facilitate the distribution of 374 tonnes of humanitarian aid from Malaysia to the Palestinian population in Gaza through the Rafah border crossing starting this April, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Read full story
Youth leaders welcome HR Ministry initiatives, support commuter scheme, maternity protection
KUALA LUMPUR: Youth leaders have welcomed the approach by the Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA), which emphasises high-impact policies and long-term solutions, particularly within the first 100 days under its minister R. Ramanan. Read full story
Govt will strengthen food system to ensure stable supply during Middle East conflict, says Mat Sabu
KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue to strengthen the country’s food system to ensure sufficient supply and access to the people during the conflict in the Middle East, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. Read full story
Govt maintains fuel subsidies to cushion impact of rising global oil prices
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the people and ensuring the stability of commodity prices despite rising global oil prices following the conflict in West Asia. Read full story
78 people in six states complete community service for littering
PUTRAJAYA: A total of 78 people underwent Community Service Orders (CSOs) for minor littering offences in six states and territories on Saturday (March 28), says of Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Read full story
11 saved from house fire in Batang Kali
PETALING JAYA: Eleven people, including a girl with disabilities, were evacuated from a burning house on Saturday (March 28) night. Read full story