
LRT3 scheduled to begin operation on Sept 30 -- MOT
The Light Rail Transit Line 3 (LRT3) in the Klang Valley is scheduled to start operation on Sept 30, 2025, after the project's hand-over to Prasarana Malaysia Bhd by the turnkey contractor on July 31.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Singapore grants house arrest to jailed former transport minister
S. Iswaran, jailed last year for obstructing justice and receiving more than $300,000 of gifts.
Fri Feb 07 2025

Miri landslide: Residents urged to evacuate if ordered
Sarawak Transport Minister says this is to prevent a recurrence of the recent tragedy in Kampung Lereng Bukit, which claimed five lives.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Trump launches sweeping border crackdown, mass deportation push
Trump declares illegal immigration a national emergency, ordering Pentagon support for wall construction, detention, and migrant transport.
Tue Jan 21 2025

Jeju Air 'black box' data missing from last 4 minutes before crash, South Korea ministry says
The voice recorder was initially analysed in South Korea, and, when data was found to be missing, sent to a U.S. National Transportation Safety Board laboratory.
Sat Jan 11 2025

South Korean transport minister plans to resign over country's worst air crash
Park Sang-woo says he will try to find the right timing to resign after addressing the current situation.
Tue Jan 07 2025

Bodycams to enhance RTD's enforcement transparency - Loke
Anthony Loke announces that the Road Transport Department will introduce bodycams for its personnel to enhance enforcement transparency.
Mon Jan 06 2025

JPJ offices nationwide to undergo phased upgrades - Loke
All Road Transport Department (JPJ) offices nationwide will be upgraded in phases with a new, more customer-friendly concept, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Thu Jan 02 2025

MOT to collaborate with MACC on Puspakom investigation
The Transport Ministry (MOT) will collaborate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to investigate vehicles that fail to meet the standards set by Puspakom
Thu Jan 02 2025

JPJ conducts Op Mengejut Puspakom nationwide today
The operation was carried out without prior notice to Puspakom, following instructions from Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Mon Dec 30 2024

One killed, seven injured in two-vehicle collision in Pekan
A medical assistant officer was killed, and seven others injured in a two-vehicle collision at KM 37 of Jalan Kuantan-Segamat yesterday.
Mon Dec 30 2024

Another black box found at crash site near Aktau - Kazakh Transport Prosecutor
Another black box was found at the site of the plane crash near Aktau, the transport prosecutor of Kazakstan's Mangystau Region, Abylaibek Ordabaev, said on Thursday.
Fri Dec 27 2024

Police identify five victims in fatal crash at KM204 PLUS expressway
The police have identified five of the seven victims killed in a crash involving five vehicles at KM204 PLUS expressway.
Tue Dec 24 2024

MOT to examine implications of compulsory car insurance for private car passengers - Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook says a comprehensive study would also be necessary to evaluate its impact on existing laws.
Thu Nov 28 2024

Transport Ministry to study proposal for senior citizen licence renewal assessments - Loke
The Transport Ministry will review a proposal requiring senior citizens aged 65 and above to undergo competency and health assessments before renewing their Malaysian Driving Licence.
Mon Nov 25 2024

US tariff plans to be discussed at 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat - Tengku Zafrul
The tariff plans imposed by the United States (US) will be one of the topics discussed at the 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' (AEM) Retreat tomorrow.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Congestion charge can reduce KL traffic by 20 per cent - Dr Zaliha
A congestion charge is expected to reduce traffic congestion in Kuala Lumpur by around 20 per cent, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Lula reaffirms Brazil's BRICS Presidency to push for multipolar world
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said that Brazil's BRICS presidency will strengthen BRICS' push for a multipolar world and fairer global relations, reported Xinhua.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Malaysia's digital investments hit record RM163.6 billion in 2024
Digital investments in Malaysia hit a record RM163.6 billion in 2024, compared to RM46.8 billion in 2023, driven by a stable government and pro-business policies
Thu Feb 27 2025

MOE, DBP support empowerment of national language in legal field -- Fadhlina
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has assured that Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) will always be prepared to provide the necessary infrastructure for developing new terminologies in the Malay language.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Reuters, AP, Bloomberg warn against limiting White House media access
Reuters, The Associated Press, and Bloomberg News issued a statement on Wednesday warning that limiting the number of wire services with access to the White House
Thu Feb 27 2025

Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at home
Gene Hackman, the intense character actor who won two Oscars, has died alongside his wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog at home
Thu Feb 27 2025

Industry players call for refinements to Gig Workers Bill
Leading companies in Malaysias gig economy have raised concerns over the draft of the country's upcoming Gig Workers Bill, urging for refinement of key provisions before tabling it at the Parliament
Thu Feb 27 2025

Household debt at RM1.63 trillion at end of 2024, much lower than financial assets -- MOF
The national household debt, which stood at RM1.63 trillion as at end-December 2024 -- equivalent to 84.2 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP)
Thu Feb 27 2025

Govt, BNM continue to strengthen trade and investment mechanisms in local currency
The government and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue to strengthen and improve existing channels and mechanisms to facilitate trade and investment transactions in the local currency.
Thu Feb 27 2025