Wildlife Management Plan implemented to address impact of ECRL on biodiversity
Mitigation measures along the ECRL include ecological corridors to ensure safe wildlife movement and reduce habitat fragmentation.
Tue Nov 12 2024
ECRL project on schedule, 72.93 pct completed - Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke says the encouraging progress achieved was in line with the Dec 2026 completion schedule for the ECRL track.
Wed Oct 09 2024
China eyes plan to connect Southeast Asian rail links
China said it was willing to study a plan to connect Malaysia's ECRL to other China-backed railway projects in Laos and Thailand.
Wed Jun 19 2024
ECRL, a game changer for Malaysia, reaches 67 per cent completion
The project traversing Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Selangor is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
Wed Jun 19 2024
Construction cost for ECRL stays at RM50.27 billion - Anthony Loke
Based on APT 1960, state authorities can acquire any land that is needed for the purpose of development for the public, said Anthony Loke.
Mon Mar 25 2024
ECRL achieves new milestone with 30 tunnel excavations
The ECRL project has achieved an overall progress of 62.4 per cent as of February this year, supported by 23,000 workers.
Tue Mar 12 2024
King officiates installation of first ECRL track
Today's inauguration is key starting point for installation of 94km track from Kuantan Port City station in Gebeng to Dungun, Terengganu.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Progress of ECRL project stands at over 56 pct - Anthony Loke
The ECRL is scheduled to be operational in January 2027.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Malaysia's ECRL first to have 4G rail communication network in Southeast Asia
LTE-Railway is based on the same 4G LTE technology used by mobile phone network providers.
Thu Nov 30 2023
China’s experts hope Malaysia can complete ECRL project faster
Victor Gao said apart from an earlier completion, it was also possible for the ECRL train speed to be increased.
Fri Nov 17 2023
ECRL Project: Land acquisition 93 per cent completed
CHEC's general manager Zhang Wenfeng said the seven pct incomplete part involved Section C of the rail alignment, which is in Selangor.
Mon Sep 18 2023
Govt will ensure affordable ECRL fares - Loke
The fares will be of the Rahmah concept so that it is affordable.
Fri May 12 2023
Land clearing for ECRL does not involve de-gazettement of forest reserves - MRL
MRL has obtained the permit so that its contractors could enter the forest reserve to carry out licensed activities related to the ECRL.
Mon Feb 06 2023
Construction of ECRL project affected by floods
About 70 pct of the construction work at Sections 1 and 2 of the ECRL, covering 82 kilometres from Tunjong to Setiu was affected by the floods.
Tue Dec 27 2022
Improvement of public transport among three key focus agenda of transport ministry - Anthony Loke
Anthony Loke said he would also look into having additional trains to further reduce traffic congestion.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024