Year: 2025

Flood situation in Sarawak improving, says SDMC chairman after two emergency shelters in Bau close

SERIAN, Feb 1 — Floodwaters in Sarawak are showing signs of receding, with two temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Bau officially closed, said State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Uggah, who is also deputy premier,…

Kota Marudu hit by worst floods in decades, thousands evacuated as water rises rapidly

KOTA MARUDU, Feb 1 — Flooding that hit several villages in this district following two days of continuous heavy rain since Wednesday was described by locals as among the worst, with water levels rising swiftly. Flood victims housed at the…

Stronger forest protection as amended National Forestry Act takes effect today in Federal Territories

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 1 — The National Forestry (Amendment) Act 2022 (Act A1667) comes into effect today in the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the amendments…

Deputy premier: Sarawak assessing flood damage, estimates due tomorrow

SERIAN, Feb 1 — The Sarawak government is in the process of collecting data on damages caused by recent floods, with an estimated figure expected by tomorrow, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Uggah, who is also the…

Dr Zaliha: Misconduct allegations linked to DBKL project will be thoroughly investigated

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 1 — There will be no compromise on any misconduct involving governance issues that affect integrity in the Federal Territories, stressed Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Referring to allegations of misconduct involving…

Malaysia reaffirms commitment to Palestinian justice, pushes for Gaza ceasefire’s full execution

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 — Malaysia has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, calling for the full implementation of the Jan 15 ceasefire agreement as a vital step towards lasting peace. Malaysia’s Ambassador to the Netherlands, Datuk Roseli…

Perak to expand Sultan Azlan Shah Airport with RM60m boost to attract international flights

IPOH, Feb 1 — Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the long-awaited dream of an international airport, welcoming more flights from overseas, is now within reach, with a RM60 million allocation dedicated to expanding the existing Sultan Azlan…

Perak to expand Sultan Azlan Shah Airport with RM60 million boost to attract international flights

IPOH, Feb 1 — Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the long-awaited dream of an international airport, welcoming more flights from overseas, is now within reach, with a RM60 million allocation dedicated to expanding the existing Sultan Azlan…

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PAC to summon transport minister and key figures over RM500m EPF loss involving MAHB, says chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 — The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) may summon several key individuals, including Transport Minister Anthony Loke, over allegations of a RM500 million loss in the Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) share transactions involving Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd…

Perak MB announces completion of 8,825 affordable homes from 2018 to 2024, with more expected this year

IPOH, February 1 — Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamed said a total of 8,825 affordable homes have been successfully completed across the state between 2018 and 2024. Saarani said these homes include 3,460 from Rumah Perakku I, 1,738…