Clogged drains cause landslide in Taman Melawati - Works Minister
A blocked drainage system on Jalan G2, Taman Melawati, has been identified as the cause of this morning's landslide in the area.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Two-year-old girl drowns in drain hidden by floodwaters
The real danger for little children looms closer to home as open drains are hidden from sight in the rising waters.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Downpour, clogged drains cause flash flood on Kajang SILK Highway
An hour-long downpour and clogged drains had caused water to overflow onto the Kajang SILK Highway on the Putrajaya route towards Sungai Ramal Luar in Kajang.
Wed Nov 30 2022
Floods: Selangor govt tells local authorities to identify clogged drains
Amirudin said they were now more prepared to tackle floods, especially in terms of management as they have made early preparations.
Fri Nov 11 2022
Drinks firms spooked as India refuses to exempt some plastic straws from ban
The ban is part of India's drive to stamp out polluting, single-use plastic trash that chokes rivers and drains.
Fri Apr 08 2022
DBKL appoints consultant to redesign drains to deal with flash floods
DBKL has appointed a consultant to study and redesign the city's drains to improve their ability to accommodate increased rain water and prevent flash floods.
Wed Mar 09 2022
Johor Sultan disappointed with public for throwing garbage into drains and causing floods
The Sultan of Johor has expressed disappointment with some people for throwing garbage into drains and rivers, causing flash floods in the city of Johor Bahru.
Wed Oct 20 2021
Factory compounded RM10,000 for breaching scheduled waste management rules
The factory was also being investigated after it was suspected to have released red-coloured water into public drains, according to DOE.
Tue Sep 21 2021
Dead fish in Sungai Penchala: Factory suspected of releasing effluents into drain
A factory located 165 metres from Sungai Penchala is suspected of releasing effluents into the drains and polluting the river, said the Selangor Water Management Authority (LUAS).
Sat Aug 14 2021
DOE suspends licence of factory, issues compounds of RM642,000 over waste pollution
The department found a layer of oil in drains in the Bukit Minyak Industrial area after investigating a public complaint on April 30.
Tue May 04 2021
FT Ministry ready to work with others to address KL flash floods
The Environmental Crimes Unit is supervised by the Environment and Water Ministry, in collaboration with the Defence Ministry and the Home Ministry.
Mon Sep 14 2020
Drains in KL can't cope with downpours, causing flash floods
The drains were originally designed to accommodate a rainfall density of 50 milimetres but due to the time and situation, the capacity to cope had dropped as the drains were old and obsolete.
Thu Mar 16 2017
Clean the drains to solve river pollution, says expert
Cleaning the river will not solve the problem of river pollution if the drains are dirty.
Sat May 14 2016
Vehicles trapped in KL flash flood
Two vehicles were stuck in a flash flood in Jalan Semantan today following heavy rain since 4pm.
Sun Nov 15 2015
Displacement of drains indicate soil movement - Dr Azman
Residents residing in landslide-prone areas have been urged to monitor the situation around their homes for any indication of soil movement.
Tue Oct 21 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024