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The People's Justice Party will hold its national congress in Melaka on August 15-16, 2026, bringing together roughly 2,500 delegates and 3,000 observers for policy deliberations and party renewal.
Barisan Nasional has secured enough support to form the next Negeri Sembilan state government following recent polls. The coalition is now positioning itself for potential gains in neighbouring Melaka.
Melaka has committed RM1 million to urgently repair water pipelines at Terendak Camp, one of Malaysia's oldest military installations. The emergency allocation tackles persistent supply disruptions while a RM40 million comprehensive reticulation project awaits completion in 2028.
Melaka has rolled out more than 200 initiatives to combat corruption and strengthen governance, earning recognition as the second best-performing state in the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's latest assessment.
Authorities have arrested two people after intercepting a drone smuggling operation targeting Sungai Udang Prison in Melaka. The incident highlights growing security challenges in Malaysian correctional facilities.
Melaka has been awarded RM9.801 million under the Ecological Fiscal Transfer programme for 2026, supporting biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability. The state will also host the National Environment Day celebration in September.
The Dunia Melayu Dunia Islam Foundation is rolling out a food bank initiative in Melaka to support 2,000 disadvantaged families with monthly provisions for a full year, beginning with 200 recipients in the opening phase.
A keropok seller from Melaka has been charged with smuggling tobacco into Sungai Udang Prison using a drone, highlighting evolving prison security challenges across Malaysia.
Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers has ordered a formal inquest into the deaths of three men shot during a November 2023 incident in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, following police investigation completion.
Melaka has documented 277 workplace accidents causing permanent and temporary injuries during the first six months of 2026, alongside three fatal incidents. Authorities emphasise continued monitoring and compliance with occupational safety standards.
Law enforcement authorities in Melaka have arrested 21 Chinese nationals accused of orchestrating a fraudulent investment scheme. The operation targeted victims through deceptive promises of financial returns.
Four Melaka DAP assemblymen have been relocated to the opposition benches in the State Legislative Assembly following the party's withdrawal from the Barisan Nasional-led state government, prompted by constitutional amendments allowing nominated seats.
A man appeared in Sessions Court facing charges of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old detainee at Sungai Udang Prison in January. The case highlights ongoing concerns about inmate safety in Malaysian correctional facilities.
Police in Melaka have apprehended a 36-year-old trader accused of sexually abusing 10 young boys over a five-month span. The suspect allegedly lured victims before committing the offences.
Melaka has committed RM2 million towards comprehensive flood management in Sungai Rambai, addressing the area's natural water catchment characteristics through drainage system upgrades and regular maintenance initiatives.
A 28-year-old syariah lawyer and a 30-year-old primary school teacher have been recognised as top achievers in Melaka's 2026 National Youth Awards, cementing their roles as influential community leaders.
Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka has opened a rehabilitation centre in Jasin equipped with innovative technologies including robotic gloves and exoskeletons to support recovery for stroke and mobility-impaired patients.
A senior citizen appeared in Ayer Keroh Sessions Court in Melaka facing two counts of physical sexual assault involving primary schoolgirls, with the alleged incidents occurring in a mosque setting.
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Authorities in Jasin have arrested four men suspected of orchestrating a gang robbery that saw durians stolen, a motorcycle taken and a victim threatened with a knife.