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Malaysia's Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council has opened a modern Zakat Distribution Centre in Batu to enhance welfare delivery. The facility aims to improve access to zakat assistance for residents across 38 programmes.
Kuala Lumpur police have recorded a marked reduction in cable theft incidents, with only 71 cases reported between January and May compared to 205 throughout 2024, as enforcement efforts intensify.
The Sultan of Kedah visited the restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, touring exhibition halls showcasing the capital's history and development since its public opening in February.
A Kuala Lumpur man faces arrest after five years of alleged sexual abuse against his teenage daughter came to light when she became pregnant. The case highlights critical gaps in child protection awareness.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirmed the Shah Alam LRT3 line will begin operations on Monday, June 29, following an official launch ceremony on Sunday to be officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Thirteen men arrested after a violent confrontation outside a Kepong nightclub in April are set to face charges in court, concluding a police investigation into the incident.
Authorities have remanded a woman and her suspected accomplice for a fortnight as investigations proceed into what police believe was a fabricated kidnapping orchestrated to extract RM18,000 in ransom payments.
Muslims in Kuala Lumpur's Bukit Bintang district can now perform Friday prayers at the Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis starting June 19, providing convenient worship facilities in the bustling shopping and entertainment hub.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is committing RM200 million to upgrade 287 hawker sites across the capital, directly supporting over 11,000 small traders through infrastructure modernisation and temporary financial assistance during construction.
Kuala Lumpur police have detained a suspect following an assault at a Cheras eatery where a victim was reportedly threatened with an object resembling a firearm.
Police have arrested a 38-year-old former resident suspected of vandalising a guardhouse at a Bukit Jalil housing complex following a row with the property management company.
Police arrested a man and seized various drugs worth more than RM1.7 million during a raid on a Segambut residence in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
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Police have launched an inquiry into a physical altercation between two school pupils that occurred at a football facility adjacent to a mosque in Shah Alam.
ETS services have resumed following completion of repair works on faulty overhead line equipment between Tiroi and Seremban Stations. However, eight trains on the KL Sentral-JB Sentral route continue experiencing delays as the operator works to stabilise the schedule.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rejected allegations that its enforcement officers accepted bribes from foreign hawkers in return for seized goods, stating only corn was returned to one vendor.
The former chief financial officer of condom maker Karex Bhd has been charged with insider trading relating to the company's shares from six years ago.
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The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur has approved the government's request to proceed with a third party claim regarding seized gold bullion. The case involves the wife of a former military commander and is scheduled for hearing on July 31.
Authorities have apprehended 22 unlicensed traders, including 13 foreigners, during a coordinated enforcement operation at Pasar Pudu in Kuala Lumpur for conducting business without permits and impeding walkways.
Three motorcyclists and a pillion rider have been arrested by Kuala Lumpur police following intelligence-led operations targeting the viral 'wheelie' stunt videos circulating online.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested in Sentul after an alleged confrontation with a traffic policeman during a road enforcement operation. He faces accusations of verbally abusing the officer and obstruction.
Authorities have arrested the driver of an orange Perodua Myvi involved in a collision with a cyclist in Kampung Pandan. Video footage of the incident circulated widely on social media.
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The government intends to abolish the special one-stop centre at Kuala Lumpur City Hall to prevent potential interference in development decisions, Minister Hannah Yeoh announced as part of governance reforms.
Kuala Lumpur authorities have arrested 30 migrant workers during coordinated raids investigating alleged foreign control of multiple business sectors in the capital.
Traffic volumes increased significantly on major highways feeding Kuala Lumpur on June 7 as holidaymakers returned home. The Malaysian Highway Authority reported manageable conditions despite the surge.
The Express Rail Link faced temporary service disruptions today after technical complications forced both KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit trains offline, affecting commuter and airport access routes.
Institut Jantung Negara has become the first hospital in Malaysia to introduce the TactiFlex™ Duo Ablation Catheter, a dual-energy device for treating complex heart rhythm conditions like atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmias.
Immigration authorities arrested a Myanmar teenager carrying a fake UNHCR refugee card during a raid on an illegal settlement in Kuala Lumpur early Friday morning.
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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has instructed the swift gazetting of Kuala Lumpur's green spaces and flood retention ponds, according to Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh, aiming to protect these areas from development.
GIIB Holdings founder Tai Boon Wee has alleged a 'corporate mafia' takeover attempt orchestrated through a WhatsApp group, and claims he was threatened with a gun at a restaurant.
The Sessions Court in Petaling Jaya has freed a Nigerian student of a cannabis possession charge after the prosecution could not establish sufficient grounds to proceed with the case.
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur arrested a foreign national accused of making obscene gestures and behaving indecently toward a woman at a cafe in the Brickfields area.
Five Kelana Jaya Line passengers were hurt when a train's automatic safety system triggered an emergency stop near Dang Wangi Station on Monday evening, causing a standing passenger to lose balance.
Five passengers were injured when a Kelana Jaya LRT train executed an emergency stop. A passenger who lost balance caused a water bottle to strike a glass panel, showering nearby commuters with shards.
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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim received separate audiences with the Election Commission chairman and the Armed Forces Chief at Istana Negara on 4 June, with each meeting lasting approximately one hour.
Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim has received audiences with the heads of the Election Commission and Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission in separate meetings today.
Kuala Lumpur will host 300 strategic partners and guests at the HAWANA 2026 Strategic Partners' Session. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching will officiate the gathering, which recognises the support of 113 partners involved in organising the event.
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Tan Sri Azam Baki has provided statements to police as part of two concurrent investigations. Details of the probes remain unclear at this stage.
The legal representative of Toh Puan Na'imah Abdul Khalid has contested police assertions that she and her two sons could not be contacted during an investigation into alleged anti-parliamentary activities.
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Kuala Lumpur traffic police have arrested six individuals, including four minors, in connection with dangerous motorcycle wheelie performances that drew widespread criticism on social media.
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Authorities have named a Chinese national as the organiser behind a drug-fuelled gathering at a Kuala Lumpur hotel, with dozens of suspects arrested and narcotics confiscated during the operation.
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Police have arrested a Chinese national suspected of organizing a drug-linked party at a Kuala Lumpur hotel. Investigators are now examining connections to a broader narcotics distribution network.
Lembah Kiara Park has reopened to the public following completion of a RM6.5 million upgrade project. The bulk of funding was directed toward rehabilitating the park's drainage systems, retention ponds and electrical infrastructure.
Police have arrested a Chinese citizen suspected of organizing a drug-themed gathering at a high-end Kuala Lumpur hotel. The raid resulted in 51 individuals being charged in connection with the incident.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested seven people following the viral circulation of a video showing risky motorcycle wheelie stunts performed across major thoroughfares in the city.
The Kuala Lumpur Boxing Association's leader is pressing authorities to fulfil a commitment to provide a permanent training venue, urging intervention from the Federal Territories Minister.
Authorities have apprehended a suspect with an extensive criminal history in connection with a gold chain robbery at a Cheras kopitiam last month.
Malaysia's first YOTEL property has reached a major construction milestone with a ceremonial topping-out and groundbreaking event. The mixed-use development at 82 Jalan Raja Chulan will feature 290 rooms, wellness facilities and an integrated medical centre.
The Kuala Lumpur Badminton Association will hold discussions with Minister Hannah Yeoh and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud to resolve a four-year dispute over establishing the Cheras Badminton Arena as its permanent training centre.
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Malaysia's meteorological service has alerted residents across the capital and five surrounding states to expect thunderstorms, torrential downpours and strong winds until early evening.
Minister Hannah Yeoh stressed that Dataran Merdeka must continue hosting arts, cultural and community programmes to remain a living public space for all Malaysians, not merely a backdrop of heritage buildings.
Four train cars involved in a derailment incident near Chan Sow Lin Station on the Ampang/Sri Petaling Line have been successfully recovered and transported back to the depot for detailed inspection.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim inaugurated the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, welcoming thousands of visitors. The 43rd edition runs until June 7.
Malaysia's Land Public Transport Agency has opened a formal investigation into an LRT derailment near Chan Sow Lin station. The agency has instructed Prasarana to submit a comprehensive report as authorities examine maintenance, safety systems and operational procedures.
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The Land Public Transport Agency has initiated an investigation into an LRT derailment near Chan Sow Lin station and is demanding a comprehensive report from Rapid KL on the incident.
Thousands of passengers stranded by today's Ampang/Sri Petaling LRT disruption have urged rail operators and government bodies to implement tougher preventive measures against recurring service failures.
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Transport Minister Anthony Loke has announced strict enforcement measures against Prasarana following an LRT derailment incident near Chan Sow Lin, signalling an end to lenient treatment of the transport operator.
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has mandated Pacific & Orient Insurance Co to compensate luxury car owner Lai Leong Peng RM1.245 million, along with RM50,000 in legal costs.
The Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026 kicks off with innovative features including a gallery showcasing books favoured by national leaders and a dedicated children's literature festival aimed at promoting reading.
Authorities arrested four men with a combined 66 prior criminal convictions after pursuing their vehicle at speed through Kuala Lumpur in the early hours of the morning.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that reading nurtures a mature and enlightened society, ahead of the KL Book Fair launch in the capital.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will inaugurate the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026 tomorrow, underscoring his dedication to fostering literacy and knowledge-seeking habits among young Malaysians.
Six foreign tourists and two other men have entered not guilty pleas to drug possession charges after being detained in a Kuala Lumpur hotel room last Sunday.
The former Bersatu deputy president is preparing to launch a new political party in Kuala Lumpur, with a source close to him confirming that organisational work is nearly finished.
Malaysia's Immigration Director-General has acknowledged persistent public concerns about the foreigner presence in the country, even as authorities have arrested over 17,000 undocumented migrants.
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Authorities arrested 51 men following coordinated raids at a luxury hotel in Kuala Lumpur. The operations uncovered drug abuse and other criminal activities at the establishment.
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MetMalaysia has warned of severe thunderstorms bringing heavy rainfall and lightning to Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and seven other states, urging residents to prepare for hazardous conditions.
The Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur has distanced itself from a deceptive poster featuring Archbishop Julian Leow, clarifying that the document contains no authentic or substantiated information.
Malaysia's meteorological authority has activated a severe weather alert covering Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and 10 states, with thunderstorms and strong winds expected through the evening.
A Kuala Lumpur High Court judge has approved an application by Hydroshoppe director Abdul Hamid Shaikh Abdul Razak Shaikh to transfer his bribery cases, finding the request sufficiently justified.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission probe found that Kuala Lumpur's flood retention ponds were never formally gazetted despite approval in 1998, allowing 32 hectares to be alienated for mixed developments worth RM214 million.
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The MACC has concluded its investigation into the loss of a Kuala Lumpur retention pond, finding no evidence of corruption after a Cabinet protection order expired in 2016, according to a statement by Chief Commissioner Yeoh.
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Authorities arrested 51 men during coordinated raids at a luxury Kuala Lumpur hotel, uncovering drug-related activities and alleged immoral conduct in what officers described as a significant enforcement operation.
A man was found dead at a Kuala Lumpur hotel during what police believe was a drug-fuelled gathering. Authorities arrested 51 people at the scene, with 36 testing positive for substance use.
The alleged leader of the Geng Rames organised crime syndicate has been detained by police in Kuala Lumpur following an Interpol Red Notice. The arrest was made during a targeted operation.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested 51 people in early-morning raids targeting a drug distribution network linked to social gatherings at premium hotels, following a death in the city.
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Eleven men appeared before Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on May 25 facing charges of alleged membership in the RT6 Gang, as authorities continue crackdowns on organized criminal groups in the capital.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a man in his late 30s for driving dangerously against traffic flow. The suspect tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine use during police checks.
Police have ruled out a bomb threat at a major Kuala Lumpur building after conducting thorough checks. Multiple specialist units were mobilized to investigate the report, finding no evidence of any explosive device.
Rescue operations concluded with the tragic discovery of an 11-year-old boy at Sungai Buloh riverbank, days after he went missing near the NKVE highway in Daman.
Football fans across Kuala Lumpur and Selangor have plenty of options to experience World Cup fever, from 24-hour curry houses to sports bars and food courts equipped with multiple screens.
China's Li Shi Feng retained the Malaysia Masters badminton championship with a straight-sets victory over Thailand's Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul at Kuala Lumpur's Unifi Arena on May 24.
The government is advancing plans to open a Friday surau in Bukit Bintang to serve Muslim worshippers in the busy shopping and tourist area. Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan said the Selangor Foundation Building may be converted into the facility.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested eight people of multiple nationalities following a hotel raid that uncovered ketamine and ecstasy. The operation is connected to an ongoing sudden death investigation.
A man in his 30s faced arrest in Kuala Lumpur after operating his vehicle in the wrong direction along Jalan Hang Tuah. Subsequent drug screening revealed positive results, prompting further police investigation.
Authorities have determined that a bomb threat targeting a major Kuala Lumpur building was unfounded following a comprehensive search. Police say they are pursuing leads to identify those responsible for the false alarm.
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a man in his late 30s for driving against traffic. The suspect tested positive for amphetamine and methamphetamine use during testing.
The Borneo Native Festival 2026 at Central Market has drawn large crowds with traditional Sabah and Sarawak dishes selling out quickly. Traders report strong demand from both local residents and international visitors eager to experience authentic Borneo cuisine.
Khazanah Nasional has revamped the Old General Post Office at Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad Complex into a heritage-focused culinary space housing eight local food brands. The reopening is part of efforts to boost Kuala Lumpur's cultural identity and tourism appeal.
A growing community of Malaysians is turning to leather crafting as a therapeutic practice. Participants from Kuala Lumpur studios report that the structured, hands-on activity provides emotional release, mindfulness benefits, and relief from screen fatigue.
Police have remanded three Myanmar nationals for seven days following the death of a fellow countryman in Kepong. The suspects include a woman and are being held in connection with the incident.
Three individuals—Chai Guan Cheong, Cheng Kan Loon and Koh Kim Yang—face murder charges related to the death of Ong Meng Seong at Batu 11, Cheras.
Kuala Lumpur police have dismantled a motorcycle theft ring dubbed 'Geng Hadi' following a targeted operation in Sentul. Six suspects, including an 18-year-old alleged gang leader, were arrested during the crackdown.
Nine individuals are set to face court charges today following a viral promotional stunt involving flares that disrupted Bukit Bintang. The incident sparked public outcry after video footage circulated online.
The Ampang Sessions Court has handed down an 11-year prison sentence and five strokes of the cane to a caregiver who abused two young residents at a children's welfare home in Kuala Lumpur.
A steamboat restaurant chain director has entered a not guilty plea to criminal breach of trust charges involving RM1.4 million in alleged misappropriation at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall will allow businesses to renew their licences for up to three years at once beginning July 1, reducing administrative burden and simplifying regulatory compliance for traders.
Malaysia suffered a disappointing outing at the Malaysia Masters 2026 as all four competing women's doubles pairs were eliminated in the opening round at Unifi Arena, Bukit Jalil.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has upgraded its e-License system to slash business licence renewal times to three minutes. The platform allows applicants to pay online and print licences themselves, eliminating office visits.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall will allow business licence holders to renew for up to three years starting July 1, with five to ten per cent discounts. The scheme aims to benefit nearly 95,000 licence holders and reduce annual renewal pressures.
Kuala Lumpur police arrested an octogenarian for driving in the wrong direction along the DASH Expressway on May 20, creating a serious hazard for other motorists.
Heavy downpours from 4 pm sent flash floods cascading across the Klang Valley, snarling traffic on major expressways including Kesas and the New Pantai Expressway. The Petaling Jaya Fire and Rescue Department responded to submerged vehicles and waterlogged areas.
The family of Vijaya Lakshmi, who died in the August 2024 Masjid India sinkhole tragedy, has received her death certificate. Legal representatives will now pursue compensation claims against local authorities for alleged maintenance negligence.
The Immigration Department has apprehended two Indonesian nationals in Kuala Lumpur suspected of heading an operation producing forged security stamps. The arrests follow coordinated enforcement action against the document fraud ring.