Day: May 12, 2026

Maxis Expands Home Solar Options With New Outright Purchase Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12– Maxis has expanded its Maxis Home Solar offerings with the introduction of an Outright Purchase option, giving Malaysian households another way to adopt renewable energy while managing electricity costs. The new option complements the subscription plan launched in 2025 and is aimed at homeowners seeking full ownership of their solar systems […]

IBM, Micron, Boeing Among 22 US Firms Backing Malaysia’s Green Transition — NRES

PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — IBM, Micron and Boeing are among 22 United States (US) companies supporting Malaysia’s green transition through strategic cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES). The commitment was conveyed during a meeting today between Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup and a […]

Maran Health Clinic To Be Upgraded With 24-hour Emergency Care

MARAN, May 12 — Maran Health Clinic (KK Maran) will be upgraded from a Type Four Health Clinic to a Type Three facility with 24-hour emergency services to better meet the needs of residents in the district. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the upgraded clinic will also have six observation ward beds […]

Drug Dealer Suspect Arrested After Swinging Machete At Police In Batu Caves

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12– A man was arrested after acting aggressively by swinging a machete at police officers while trying to escape during an operation on Jalan Ulu Yam, Batu Caves, near here yesterday. Gombak district police chief ACP Noor Ariffin Mohamad Nasir said the incident occurred around 4.30 pm when the Gombak district police […]

Four Bodies Of Illegal Immigrants Recovered After Boat Capsizes Off Pulau Pangkor

LUMUT, May 12 2026–Four bodies were recovered in the waters off Pulau Pangkor today during the second day of a search and rescue operation for victims of a capsized boat carrying illegal immigrants. Perak Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) director, Maritime Captain Mohamad Shukri Khotob, said the bodies were spotted by the Marine Police Force […]

Malaysia May Cut BUDI95 Fuel Quota to 150 Litres Amid Global Oil Supply Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR: The government may further reduce the fuel consumption quota under the Budi Madani (BUDI95) programme to 150 litres per month as part of efforts to safeguard the country’s fuel supply amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said no timeline has been set for the proposed reduction, but […]

Malaysia Strengthens EV and New Energy Talent Development Through Malaysia-China Forum

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 — Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen talent development in the electric vehicle (EV), battery and new energy industries as the country positions itself as a key regional player in the rapidly evolving green technology sector. Speaking at the “Malaysia-China Forum on EV, Battery and New Energy Talent Development and Innovation” at the Asia School of Business (ASB) in Kuala Lumpur, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the National TVET Council Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the world is moving swiftly towards a future driven by technology, artificial intelligence, digitalisation and the transition to clean and sustainable energy. He stressed that Malaysia must not remain merely an observer in these industrial changes, but instead emerge as a major player in the development of the EV, battery and new energy ecosystem in the region. According to him, the strengthening of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) remains a key priority, as the future of the industry depends heavily on the nation’s ability to produce skilled workers, engineers, technologists and a future-ready younger generation. During the forum, Zahid also welcomed the establishment of the “Green and Smart Mobility Cooperation Platform” as well as the launch of the “Flagship EV Talent Programme”, which aims to develop 10,000 skilled workers over the next five years through close collaboration between industry players and TVET institutions. He expressed confidence that strategic collaborations between Malaysia and China would create greater opportunities for investment, talent development and technology transfer, while enhancing the country’s competitiveness and benefiting future generations. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB ZAHID HAMIDI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 — Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen talent development in the electric vehicle (EV), battery and new energy industries as the country positions itself as a key regional player in the rapidly evolving green technology sector. Speaking at the “Malaysia-China Forum on EV, Battery and New Energy Talent Development and Innovation” […]

KL flood reservoir capacity is now only 30 percent – Hannah

KUALA LUMPUR: The capacity of the flood reservoir in the capital is currently estimated to be only around 30 percent compared to its original size following the shrinkage of the area of ​​the reservoir in Jinjang and Batu due to development on 17 lots of land. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said her party was taking a serious view of the situation involving 70 percent of the 17 land lots in question, which had been given ownership rights to developers since 2015 for development purposes, resulting in a reduction in the capacity of the water body compared to the original area of ​​114.5 hectares. "Now there are only 34.35 hectares of water bodies left after the ownership was given. So our concern is that if everyone builds (developments), the capacity of the water bodies will decrease," he said at a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) Tower here today. Also present were Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud and Federal Territories Department Director-General Datuk Muhammad Azmi Mohd Zain. Hannah said that based on the technical assessment of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory Irrigation and Drainage Department (JPS), the situation also affected the original function of the flood reservoir and made maintenance work and machinery access difficult, as well as increasing the risk of flash floods in existing development areas. In this regard, he said DBKL would not approve the granting of planning permission (KM) for any development application on the flood reservoir area until the development conditions set by the DID to ensure the original function of the pond and maintenance access could be maintained. "We cannot continue to allow development on flood reservoirs," he said. Meanwhile, Hannah said the Federal Territories Department has created a special task force chaired by its Director General which involves the coordination and cooperation of all agencies involved in flood mitigation actions in Kuala Lumpur, including the Selangor DID. He said this approach was important to ensure that the capacity of the flood reservoirs in the capital was not further affected, besides ensuring the safety of residents and the sustainability of the city's drainage system.

KUALA LUMPUR: The capacity of the flood reservoir in the capital is currently estimated to be only around 30 percent compared to its original size following the shrinkage of the area of ​​the reservoir in Jinjang and Batu due to development on 17 lots of land. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah […]

Gurney Bridge in Andaman Island recognized as ‘Widest Box Grider Bridge in Malaysia’

GEORGE TOWN: Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O) received recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for the Gurney Bridge in Andaman Island as the “ Widest Box Grider Bridge in Malaysia.” The recognition was presented by MBOR Chief Executive Officer Christopher Wong to E&O Managing Director Kok Tuck Cheong in conjunction with The Meg Appreciation Evening , which was also witnessed by Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and E&O Executive Chairman Datuk Seri Tee Eng Ho. In a statement, E&O said the 450-metre-long, 40-metre-wide bridge across the sea has eight vehicle lanes and a dedicated pedestrian walkway on both sides, connecting Andaman Island with Gurney Drive, thus improving connectivity along the northern coast of Penang. "This bridge enhances connectivity, improves traffic flow distribution, reduces travel time and provides alternative access to the northern coastal areas of Penang," the statement said on Monday. Meanwhile, Kok said the recognition from MBOR was a meaningful achievement for the group because the Gurney Bridge was not just a connecting point, but rather a key catalyst for the vision of Andaman Island as an integrated and future-ready municipality. "This bridge not only improves accessibility and connectivity, but also plays a vital role in shaping a dynamic waterfront environment to support community, mobility and long-term growth," he said. The ongoing Andaman development project will cover an area of ​​approximately 307 hectares and is planned as a future urban island located off the coast of Gurney Bay and Seri Tanjung Pinang. -- BERNAMA

GEORGE TOWN: Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O) received recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for the Gurney Bridge in Andaman Island as the “ Widest Box Grider Bridge in Malaysia.” The recognition was presented by MBOR Chief Executive Officer Christopher Wong to E&O Managing Director Kok Tuck Cheong in conjunction with The Meg […]

MySejahtera to be improved with “Disease Tracker” for hantavirus outbreak

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Health (MOH) will improve the MySejahtera application by providing a hantavirus outbreak tracker through the Disease Tracker menu on the application's dashboard if needed in the future, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. He said the move was to enable users to obtain the latest information regarding the detection of infectious diseases more easily in real time. "For now, we will see and monitor as much as we can. If necessary, God willing, we will ensure (the detection of hantavirus infection) is included in the MySejahtera application." "We hope this matter is under control and will subside because perhaps in terms of experience after COVID-19, we should be more vigilant and we don't want hantavirus to spread anywhere," he said after attending the National Level International Nurses Day Celebration 2026 here today. He said this when asked to comment on whether the Ministry of Health would improve the MySejahtera application by adding hantavirus to the list of diseases that can be monitored through the Disease Tracker menu on the MySejahtera application dashboard, to empower users with access to information on infection hotspots in their surrounding areas in real time. The list of existing outbreaks on the Disease Tracker menu are dengue, tuberculosis (TB), measles, hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD), COVID-19, human rabies and animal rabies. He said that although there were three deaths and several infections, for now the situation appears to be under control and involves Western countries and has not shown any indication of spread to Asia. "With close contact with the WHO (World Health Organization) and related organizations, we found that this matter is still under control in the Western countries involved. At present, thank God, it is under control," he said. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad was recently reported to have said that the Ministry of Health will continue to closely monitor the development of this outbreak at the global and regional levels to ensure that border preparedness and the country's health system are at the highest level. Previously, Dzulkefly said hantavirus is a rat-borne virus that can infect humans through air contaminated with the animal's feces, urine or saliva. International media reported that European countries are increasing monitoring and isolation measures after a hantavirus outbreak linked to a Dutch cruise ship, MV Hondius. -- BERNAMA

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Health (MOH) will improve the MySejahtera application by providing a hantavirus outbreak tracker through the Disease Tracker menu on the application’s dashboard if needed in the future, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. He said the move was to enable users to obtain the latest information regarding the detection […]