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Man remanded seven days after fatal stabbing over phone dispute in Sungai Udang
MELAKA, March 12 — A man suspected of stabbing a youth to death in Sungai Udang here last night has been remanded for seven days from today. Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the remand order was granted by
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LTAT proves its strength in navigating global economic uncertainty, says defence minister
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) has proven its ability to provide a better dividend payout for the 2025 financial year despite facing global economic uncertainties. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said that
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Keeping Malaysia’s economy stable and cost of living in check is govt’s focus, says minister
PUTRAJAYA, March 12 — The government will prioritise efforts to maintain economic stability, mitigate the impact on the cost of living, and ensure the domestic economy continues to function well in the wake of current geopolitical challenges and global economic
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MetMalaysia: Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected in Pahang, Johor and Sarawak until 4pm
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to affect parts of Pahang, Johor and Sarawak until 4 pm today, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). In a warning issued at noon, MetMalaysia said
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PLUS expects 2.3 million vehicles daily on peak Raya travel, 34 smart lanes to ease traffic
PETALING JAYA, March 12 — PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) expects traffic on its highway network to reach up to 2.3 million vehicles per day during peak travel days for the upcoming Aidilfitri festive period. Its managing director Datuk Nik Airina
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Another 179 Malaysians safely evacuated from Doha under West Asia conflict operation
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — A further 179 Malaysians arrived safely in the country from Doha, Qatar, early today under the Operation to Evacuate Malaysians from the West Asia Conflict Zone. Bernama understands that the Malaysians were brought home on Qatar Airways
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Ramanan: Traveller Scheme to protect 400,000 Malaysians commuting to Singapore expected to be tabled soon
PUTRAJAYA, March 12 — The Traveller Scheme, which aims to protect Malaysians commuting to work across the border, is expected to be tabled at the Cabinet meeting soon for consideration, said Minister of Human Resources Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. He said
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Fire breaks out near MEX Putrajaya Toll Plaza, 0.8ha of forest affected
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 — Firefighters are battling a forest fire on a hillside near the Putrajaya Toll Plaza along the Kuala Lumpur-Putrajaya Expressway (MEX) yesterday evening. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations assistant director Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar said
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Less populous states with limited revenue to benefit as capitation grants rise under new law
KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 — The Dewan Negara today passed the Capitation Grant Bill 2026, which seeks to amend the rates of grant allocated according to the population of each state based on a new rates structure. Deputy Finance Minister
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Govt may amend, introduce stricter laws to tackle 3R issues
KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 —The government is considering amending or introducing stricter laws to address issues involving race, religion, and royalty (3R), following incidents where some parties appeared to disregard existing legal provisions. Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the
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