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A new tuition assistance programme is supporting 1,600 SPM candidates from 40 secondary schools in Kuala Lumpur, offering free coaching in core academic subjects to ease financial strain on families.
Two men were arrested yesterday morning after a violent confrontation at Sri Pulau Pinang flats in Cheras left another individual with severe injuries. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur have arrested four teenage boys, all aged 14, in connection with a violent assault that injured another youth and triggered widespread social media backlash.
Police arrested a man in Kapar after discovering an endangered Black-winged Kite valued at RM100,000 being kept without proper licensing or permits at a residential address.
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A fatal tree fall on Jalan Tun Razak has exposed critical weaknesses in Malaysia's urban forestry management. Experts argue systematic inspection protocols and certified arborists—not tree felling—offer the path forward.
Police arrested a man for trespassing on the Shah Alam Line tracks at Jalan Meru Station, causing temporary disruptions to Rapid KL's morning transit services. Commuters faced delays during peak hours.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has announced a major cleaning operation at Dataran Merdeka following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final broadcast, after over 25,000 fans left the historic site strewn with rubbish.
Allianz Malaysia and the Kuala Lumpur Road Safety Marshal Club have conducted their ninth Women's Street Crime Awareness Campaign, training 200 women in personal safety, emergency response, and crime prevention techniques across Selangor.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has commended Kuala Lumpur City Hall's cleanup of Dataran Merdeka following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final public screening, while reminding Malaysians that maintaining public spaces is a shared civic duty, not solely a government responsibility.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is investigating a fatal tree collapse on Jalan Tun Razak in collaboration with arborists. The incident has triggered a citywide inspection of high-risk trees and plans for sensor monitoring.
Following a fatal tree collapse in Kuala Lumpur, authorities have initiated a technical investigation and begun systematically inspecting mature trees along major thoroughfares to identify and mitigate public safety risks.
Malaysia will host a colossal World Cup 2026 final screening at Dataran Merdeka on Monday morning, expecting up to 300,000 spectators. The event forms part of the Unity Merdeka programme organised by Kuala Lumpur police with 16 ministries.
Police have arrested a 39-year-old foreign national in connection with a violent assault on a Utar student at a Setapak bus stop. The suspect is believed to have wielded a metal rod during the unprovoked incident.
A new transport hub at LaLaport Bukit Bintang City Centre has been officially launched, consolidating services from around 30 bus operators. The facility aims to serve 3,000 daily passengers with potential to scale to 10,000.
Kuala Lumpur's new LaLaport Transportation Hub launched today promises to revolutionise urban connectivity, processing up to 10,000 passengers daily through integrated rail, bus, and mobility services.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 administrative reforms following a dismal 0.08% anti-corruption score. The overhaul includes new oversight committees, digitalisation of services, and restrictions on mayoral authority to address procedural vulnerabilities.
Three brothers have been charged at separate Kuala Lumpur Sessions Courts for operating unlicensed capital market activities, marking an enforcement action by the Securities Commission.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency is attempting to locate two Bangladeshi nationals whose testimony is crucial to a corruption case currently being heard at Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court.
Kuala Lumpur's immigration department has arrested 111 undocumented migrants during an enforcement operation at the wholesale clothing district along Jalan Kenanga, signalling intensified efforts to combat irregular employment in the retail sector.
Police have detained a 20-year-old driver whose white Mercedes ploughed through a roadblock on Sprint Expressway near Kuala Lumpur's National Institute of Public Administration before fleeing the scene, drawing widespread social media attention.
Police in Kuala Lumpur dismantled an illegal World Cup betting operation yesterday, arresting 11 people including six South Korean nationals at a Taman Desa call centre.
National Projects Enterprise has issued RM54 million in sustainability-linked sukuk to finance the NPE2 highway project, making it the world's first highway to secure such Islamic financing tied to occupational safety and environmental performance targets.
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The Federal Territory Muslim Cemetery Development Project in Hulu Semenyih has been in planning since 2005 to tackle a severe shortage of burial land in Kuala Lumpur, with 70 per cent of existing facilities already at capacity.
A Malaysian actress known for her roles in police dramas has been released on bail following her arrest at an unlicensed entertainment venue in Kuala Lumpur's Jalan Raja Chulan district, where she tested positive for drugs.
CHGP is acquiring a strategically located freehold development site in Kuala Lumpur's KLCC area for RM455 million, expanding its property portfolio with a mixed-use development opportunity.
The federal government has unveiled a RM1 million grants initiative to breathe new life into downtown Kuala Lumpur, supporting heritage conservation and urban regeneration through awards of RM30,000 to RM100,000 per project.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated formal land acquisition proceedings to resolve a public access road dispute in Taman Datuk Senu, Sentul, which sits on privately owned land. The process began in February and could take three to four months.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall will spend RM45 million upgrading the Cheras crematorium, adding three new cremation units to handle growing demand from the capital's non-Muslim population.
Actress Salina Saibi has publicly distanced herself from a developing controversy involving the arrest of a female colleague from a popular police drama series, who was detained following a positive drug test.
Police detained 14 people including a television actress during a raid on an unlicensed entertainment venue in Kuala Lumpur. The actress tested positive for multiple drugs during the operation.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has pushed back the deadline for submitting amendments to the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040, giving developers and landowners additional time to prepare their applications.
A Chinese citizen entered a not guilty plea in Kuala Lumpur magistrate's court regarding allegations of defrauding a gold dealer of RM37,054 through misrepresentation of gold-coated mixed-metal jewellery.
Police arrested 34 individuals at an illegal World Cup betting call centre operating under the guise of an entertainment outlet in Sentul, marking part of ongoing enforcement against unlicensed gambling operations nationwide.
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Police have arrested a driver suspected in a fatal hit-and-run collision that claimed the life of a motorcyclist near Kuala Lumpur Hospital in the early morning hours. The suspect surrendered voluntarily to authorities.
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A Kuala Lumpur businessman has been charged with membership in the Geng RT6 organised crime syndicate, allegations dating back to 2020. The case reflects ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks in the capital.
Authorities have arrested a motorist accused of abandoning a fatal collision involving a motorcycle rider on Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur early today, marking another incident of hit-and-run in the capital.
Authorities arrested a timber truck driver and one other person at Gombak Toll Plaza after they tested positive for methamphetamine and cannabis during a roadside drug screening operation.
Sunway Medical Centre is installing automated external defibrillators across high-traffic Kuala Lumpur locations and training residents in emergency response, aiming to boost Malaysia's low cardiac arrest survival rates through accessible life-saving equipment.
The Royal Malaysia Police has broadened its character-building and discipline programme to primary schools across Kuala Lumpur, building on proven success in reducing crime and improving attendance at secondary level.
Police in Kuala Lumpur have apprehended a property agent accused of physically assaulting and threatening his girlfriend at Maluri MRT station, with the incident drawing attention to violence in public transit spaces.
A heated dispute over a parking space escalated into violence at a major shopping centre in Cheras, resulting in police detaining 12 men at the scene.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has permanently shuttered two traffic light intersections on Jalan Ampang from July 1 as part of a major 3.2-kilometre road upgrade programme designed to streamline traffic movement and enhance pedestrian safety along the corridor.
Malaysian police have dismantled an illegal gambling operation combining traditional See Ngo Lak games and online betting, arresting eight men during a raid at Selayang Wholesale Market in Kuala Lumpur.
An abandoned plot behind 1Razak Mansion in Kuala Lumpur has been transformed into a thriving community food forest that is delivering tangible benefits to the residential complex, where approximately 80% of inhabitants are senior citizens.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has congratulated S. Thiyagaraj, a retired prison officer, on his appointment to the Kuala Lumpur City Advisory Board, emphasising the board's role in strengthening city governance and transparency.
Prasarana launched the LRT3 Shah Alam Line today, projecting between 5,000 and 10,000 riders on the inaugural day. The company aims to reach 67,000 daily passengers within the first year as commuters adapt to the new service.
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Kuala Lumpur police arrested two suspects carrying suspected heroin following a high-speed chase along Jalan Kuching that resulted in a multi-vehicle collision. Officers recovered drugs and a vehicle from the incident.
Two Malaysian university students perished in a high-speed crash on the DUKE expressway near Kuala Lumpur after their BMW lost control and ignited. A third passenger survived with minor injuries.
Malaysian police thwarted a significant drug trafficking operation in Cheras, seizing narcotics valued at RM135.63 million across three raids and detaining seven suspects on June 20.
Police have dismantled a perfume investment scam syndicate, arresting six suspects in a raid at KL Eco City. The operation marks another blow against increasingly sophisticated investment fraud schemes targeting Malaysians.
Malaysia's Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council has opened a new Zakat Distribution Centre in the Batu area to enhance accessibility and efficiency in delivering Islamic almsgiving assistance to residents.
Kuala Lumpur police have recorded a substantial decline in cable theft incidents, reporting just 71 cases in the first five months of the year. The improvement suggests law enforcement strategies are beginning to yield results.
The Sultan of Kedah visited the restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, touring heritage galleries and exhibits showcasing the capital's development. The landmark has welcomed 200,000 visitors since opening to the public in February.
Malaysian police have dismantled a sprawling network of illegal gambling operations capitalising on the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, arresting 1,156 individuals and conducting 868 raids across Kuala Lumpur in what marks a significant enforcement action against underground betting syndicates.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has confirmed that the Masjid Warisan project opposite Tun Razak Exchange will proceed as scheduled, dismissing calls for cancellation and positioning mosques as vital community hubs.
Thirteen men arrested after a brawl outside a Kepong nightclub in April will face charges in court today, marking the conclusion of police investigations into the violent incident.
A woman and her accomplice have been held for 14 days in Kuala Lumpur following allegations they orchestrated a fake kidnapping to extort RM18,000 in ransom money from family members.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan announced plans for a new mosque in Bukit Bintang capable of accommodating over 1,500 worshippers, with construction expected to commence soon and completion targeted for early 2025.
Authorities apprehended 186 undocumented migrants during a coordinated midnight operation in Kuala Lumpur's Pudu district. The detainees are suspected of overstaying visas and failing to possess legitimate travel documentation.
Police have arrested a woman in her 20s following an investigation into a reported kidnapping. The Bukit Aman CID chief revealed inconsistencies in her account prompted authorities to detain both the alleged victim and suspect.
A temporary Friday prayer facility has opened at Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis, serving the Muslim community in the popular shopping district. A permanent surau is being built to eventually replace it.
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Datuk Kamil Misuari, spouse of Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, was accorded funeral rites at the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur before his remains were transported to Sarawak for burial.
Authorities have detained a 38-year-old former resident in connection with the deliberate damage of a guardhouse at a Bukit Jalil housing complex, stemming from tensions with estate management.
Police arrested a suspect and confiscated narcotics valued at more than RM1.7 million following a raid at a residential property in Segambut, Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
The government's resolution of the Bukit Kiara Longhouse housing issue reflects its dedication to addressing long-standing community problems, according to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan.