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Penang has ended its grace period for litterbugs, moving to full enforcement of anti-littering laws from July 1. Offenders now face court action, fines up to RM2,000, and community service orders without prior warnings.
Penang has activated Community Service Order enforcement against littering offenders, backed by new legislation. Violators face fines reaching RM2,000 and up to 12 hours of community service, with no more warnings issued.
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Muslims nationwide to draw inspiration from the 2026 Tokoh Maal Hijrah award recipients, urging continued pursuit of knowledge and community service.
Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah presented a RM30,000 donation to Sekolah Bimbingan Jalinan Kasih during a visit marking Sultan Ibrahim's official birthday celebrations.
A 66-year-old housewife from Kampung Merbau Sempak, Sungai Buloh, will perform haj this year after the Selangor government recognised her 16 years of dedicated service to underprivileged communities across welfare, zakat aid and housing assistance.
The Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation has carried out its ninth community service enforcement drive, with 76 offenders across six states completing cleaning duties. The initiative aims to educate and deter public littering violations.