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Retail Prices Of Petrol, Diesel To Drop From Tomorrow Until June 3

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 -- The retail prices of RON95 and RON97 petrol have been reduced by 15 sen and 20 sen per litre respectively, while the price of diesel in Peninsular Malaysia has been reduced by 10 sen per litre for the period from May 28 to June 3. The Ministry of Finance (MOF) in a statement today announced that the retail price of RON95 petrol has been reduced to RM3.92 per litre from RM4.07, RON97 to RM4.65 from RM4.85, while diesel in Peninsular Malaysia has been reduced to RM4.87 from RM4.97. According to the ministry, in line with the Automatic Price Mechanism (APM) formula, the retail prices of petrol and diesel for the week in question were reduced following the decline in the average international market price in the previous week. “However, this decline does not indicate that the pressure on the global petroleum market has subsided as market uncertainty following the conflict in the Middle East that has lasted for more than 12 weeks still persists. “In addition, the damage to oil production and refining facilities in the Middle East will require a long period of time to recover,” the statement said. Meanwhile, MOF said the MADANI Government continues to maintain the price of subsidised petroleum products in a targeted manner to preserve the livelihood of the people and the operations of certain sectors in the uncertain global market conditions. The subsidised prices maintained are RON95 through BUDI95 at RM1.99 per liter, diesel in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan (RM2.15), while for the Subsidised Petrol Control System (SKPS) and the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS) at RM2.05 and RM2.15 per litre respectively. According to MOF through BUDI95, the government continues to maintain the subsidised RON95 price for more than 14 million eligible recipients, with more than 90 per cent of the total fuel consumption in the country involving subsidy recipients. “At the current unsubsidised RON95 price of RM3.92 per litre, the consumption of 200 litres will cost RM784. This means that the MADANI Government will bear RM386 for each recipient who uses the full BUDI95 entitlement. “Through the monthly eligibility ceiling of up to 200 litres, BUDI95 recipients will only pay up to RM398 per month for the full use of the entitlement,” the statement said. MOF said to balance the cost of living and fiscal expenditure needs prudently, the government will continue to take a targeted approach to protect the people from fuel price fluctuations, in addition to ensuring that the country’s supply remains sufficient and secure. Meanwhile, the government calls on the people to practise fuel consumption prudently through more efficient travel planning and reducing unnecessary travel to help ensure that the country’s supply continues to be secure in the current uncertain global market conditions. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The retail prices of RON95 and RON97 petrol have been reduced by 15 sen and 20 sen per litre respectively, while the price of diesel in Peninsular Malaysia has been reduced by 10 sen per litre for the period from May 28 to June 3. The Ministry of Finance (MOF) […]

SAR Team Expands Search Radius For Missing Teen Hiker At Bukit Changkat Asa

HULU SELANGOR, May 25 -- The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a 19-year-old girl believed to have gone missing during a hiking activity at Bukit Changkat Asa here entered its third day today, with the search radius expanded to 0.5 square kilometres. Kuala Kubu Bharu fire station chief Azliza Ahmad told Bernama at the scene that as of noon today, the operations were focused on the eastern area of the Incident Command Post (PKTK) using the sweeping technique. She said a total of 90 personnel, comprising members of various security agencies and volunteers, were involved in the operation, which was also assisted by three K9 units - two from JBPM and one from the Royal Malaysia Police. “Today’s operation also involves the use of drone units from the Selangor Government Disaster Management Unit,” she said. Azliza added that agencies involved in the operation included the Malaysia Defence Force (APM), the Forestry Department, the Department of Wildlife and National Parks Peninsular Malaysia (Perhilitan), and the Forestry Mountain Guide Association. According to her, the Bukit Changkat Asa hiking trail involves an 800-metre route to the summit, which stands at a height of 267 metres, with hikers using the same trail for the descent. “So far, no new leads have been found, and the SAR team is relying solely on information obtained from the victim’s family in the search efforts,” she said. The media previously reported that Nur Izzati Humaira Azizul, was believed to have gone missing while descending the hill with her family after deciding to walk ahead alone because she felt hot and tired at about 10.50 am last Saturday. The victim was last seen wearing a long brown headscarf, a dark green long-sleeved shirt, black trousers, and blue shoes. Meanwhile, local resident Khalidah Khalil said hiking activities at the hill are often popular among the public, especially on weekends, including among students from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) and families, adding that such an incident had never occurred before. Khalidah, who has climbed the hill nine times, described the trail as relatively easy, while Bernama’s observation found that the track at the location was clearly visible, free from thick undergrowth, and surrounded by trees that were not overly tall. The victim’s family members were also present at the PKTK to follow developments in the search operation, but declined to be interviewed by the media. -- BERNAMA

HULU SELANGOR, May 25 — The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a 19-year-old girl believed to have gone missing during a hiking activity at Bukit Changkat Asa here entered its third day today, with the search radius expanded to 0.5 square kilometres. Kuala Kubu Bharu fire station chief Azliza Ahmad told Bernama at the […]

HIT-AND-RUN DRIVER, TRAFFIC POLICE OFFICER ARRESTED

KUALA LUMPUR -- Police have arrested a driver suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run incident involving a traffic police officer on Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, here last Friday. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) head ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa confirmed that the suspect was arrested this evening to assist in the investigation into the case. "The suspect was arrested this evening and the police are currently in the process of preparing a report and conducting a urine and breathalyzer test (EBA) on the suspect," he said. Earlier, a video recording went viral showing a vehicle trying to flee until it crashed into a four-wheel drive vehicle while being chased by traffic police officers. In the incident at 10.47pm last Friday, a 27-year-old traffic police constable was injured after being hit from behind by the vehicle involved while carrying out traffic control duties at the intersection. The driver of the car then fled towards the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (PULAPOL) without stopping to provide assistance to the victim. The victim, who suffered wounds to his right palm and the back of his head, as well as pain in his ribs, was rushed to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) by a Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) ambulance.

KUALA LUMPUR — Police have arrested a driver suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run incident involving a traffic police officer on Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, here last Friday. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) head ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa confirmed that the suspect was arrested this evening to assist in the […]