
Govt would require RM392 billion to implement RTB projects nationwide - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof says for post-flood coordination, it will also cover cleaning assistance and post-disaster aid for victims.
Thu Dec 05 2024

Govt mulling high embankments along coastline to address flood woes - PM
PM says the study by JICA could be pursued once the nationwide Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) projects have been completed.
Tue Dec 03 2024

No direct negotiations in long term flood mitigation plan until year 2100 - Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid said there will be no direct negotiations with any party in the implementation of the long-term flood mitigation plan until the year 2100.
Mon Jan 09 2023

Authorities urged to expedite completion of Sungai Belat flood mitigation project
The RM100 million project which started in Jan 2018 and should have been completed last year, is expected to be ready Nov.
Mon Nov 14 2022

Budget 2023: RM15 bln flood mitigation plan until 2030 in facing climate change
The government will be implementing the Flood Mitigation Plan worth RM15 billion until 2030 as a long-term strategy to adapt to climate change.
Fri Oct 07 2022

Long, short term measures implemented to reduce risks of floods
Long-term measures carried out through the implementation of the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) will continue to reduce the risk of flooding in the country.
Wed Oct 05 2022

Perak, Kedah record increase in flood victims today
More people are being evacuated to relief centres in Perak and Kedah due to the floods in both states since last Wednesday.
Sat Aug 21 2021

Parts of AKLEH closed in stages from Sept 22 to Nov 15
Several parts of AKLEH here will be closed from Sept 22 to Nov 15 for the Sungai Bunus Flood Mitigation Plan project by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage(DID).
Tue Sep 19 2017

Flood mitigation plans to get priority under 11th Development Plan - Najib
The government is to give priority to flood mitigation projects nationwide in the 11th Malaysia Plan (2016-2020).
Wed Dec 31 2014

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025