KOTA BARU, — The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) has urged mosque institutions nationwide to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) technology in line with the government’s ambition to digitalise service delivery. Its deputy director-general (Policy)
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Wan Fayhsal claims conflict of interest to allow telcos to build second 5G network
KUALA LUMPUR, — Opposition MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has alleged that the government’s plan to establish a second 5G network is flawed, claiming a conflict of interest among the applicants. As announced
Read moreSabah can build resilient, equitable and prosperous future, says DCM
KOTA KINABALU, — The future of local governance in Sabah is expected to be characterised by efforts to enhance autonomy, embrace digital transformation, promote sustainability and ensure inclusiveness and participation, said Deputy Chief Minister II
Read moreThree Melaka transport companies, alleged of profiteering, to be charged in court
MELAKA, — Three transport companies in Melaka that failed to provide a reasonable explanation for their service price increases during Op Kesan 2.0, which has been in effect since June 6, will be charged in
Read moreElderly man in Johor loses over RM2m to WhatsApp investment scam
JOHOR BARU, — An elderly accountant lost more than RM2.27 million, after being deceived by an investment syndicate promoting the purchase of shares through the WhatsApp application. Johor police chief CP M Kumar said the
Read moreTNB’s landmark monopole transmission towers parallel with Penang Bridge to be completed in November
GEORGE TOWN, — Tenaga Nasional Berhad’s (TNB) monopole transmission tower project is expected to be completed by the end of November. The RM500 million project, launched in late 2022, features an 8.5km overhead transmission line
Read moreCivil Aviation Authority extends temporary suspension of SAS’ air operator certificate, says CEO
KUALA LUMPUR, —The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has extended the temporary suspension of Systematic Aviation Services Sdn Bhd’s (SAS) air operator certificate (AOC) for 52 days, effective from June 10 until the end
Read moreTargeted diesel subsidy: 187 enforcement personnel mobilised in Johor
JOHOR BARU, — The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Johor branch has mobilised 187 enforcement officers and personnel to monitor the targeted diesel subsidy implementation statewide. State KPDN director Lilis Saslinda
Read moreSabah Immigration Dept deports 153 undocumented migrants to Indonesia
TAWAU, — A total of 153 undocumented migrants from Indonesia who were detained at the Immigration Detention Depot in Tawau were deported to their country of origin from Pelabuhan Tawau to Pelabuhan Nunukan, Terminal Tunon
Read moreMinistry: Viral message on new communication rules for WhatsApp is fake
PUTRAJAYA, — The Ministry of Communications said that it has never issued any statement regarding new communication regulations for WhatsApp calls and messages. It advised the public not to spread fake news or false information
Read moreJournalists at forefront way since pre-independence, says Fahmi
KUCHING, — Journalists have long been at the forefront of our nation’s journey to independence, wielding their pens as powerful tools against colonialism and kindling the spirit of freedom. Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil, said
Read moreDomestic Trade Ministry seizes 70,000 litres of subsidised diesel in Johor
JOHOR BARU, — The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in Johor seized 70,000 litres of subsidised diesel worth RM150,500 after raiding at a premises in Taman Impian Emas here today. Johor
Read moreEconomic achievement in first quarter 2024 very encouraging, says PM Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, — Malaysia recorded an encouraging economic achievement in the first quarter of 2024 at 4.2 per cent, surpassing the expectations of many parties who projected the growth rate at 3.9 per cent, said
Read moreWesak Day festival can help boost unity, understanding among different races in Malaysia, says deputy minister
KUALA LUMPUR, — The annual Wesak Day celebration plays a vital role in strengthening unity among the people of diverse races, religions and ethnicities in the country. Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy said
Read moreFloods: 615 evacuees in Perak, Kedah still being housed in relief centres
KUALA LUMPUR, — The number of flood evacuees in Perak rose drastically, while flood situation in Kedah showed improvement as 615 people remained in relief centres in both states as of this evening. In Perak,
Read moreMACC: Two senior officers of statutory body remanded in probe over RM1.2b development fund misappropriation
KUALA LUMPUR, — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Putrajaya arrested two senior officers of a statutory body on suspicion of abusing power and misappropriating funds from the Ministry of Finance (MOF) for a development project
Read morePetros takeover of gas sales from Petronas to take six months from July, Sarawak Assembly told
KUCHING, — Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) will be taking over the buying and selling of natural gas produced in the state from Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said today. The Sarawak minister
Read moreFadhlina: Education Ministry seeks private sector collaboration for special needs education
NIBONG TEBAL, — The Ministry of Education (MoE) aims to collaborate with more private sector companies to ensure the success of various programmes aligned with the national education agenda, especially for children with special needs.
Read moreTransport Ministry and HRD Corp to address shortage of commercial vehicle drivers, says minister
SERI KEMBANGAN, — The Ministry of Transport (MoT) plans to collaborate with HRD Corp to tackle the shortage of commercial vehicle drivers in the country, as the problem can have a significant impact on the
Read moreIn Kajang, 13-year-old boy pleads guilty to setting cat on fire
KAJANG — A 13-year-old boy pleaded guilty in the Magistrates’ Court here today to the charge of setting a cat on fire in the parking lot of Pangsapuri Taman Sri Kenari here last month. Magistrate
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