News near Jalan Tun Razak Kuala Lumpur
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Immigration detains 122 foreigners in coordinated raids in Cheras and Perai
Malaysia's Immigration Department detained 35 undocumented foreigners during an operation at a factory area in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, on Monday. In a simultaneous operation, the Penang office detained 87 more foreigners at a factory in Perai, Bukit Mertajam. All detainees are being investigated for various offences under the Immigration Act 1959/63.
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'It's Lit!' design exhibition at The Starhill showcases light and literature synergy
The multidisciplinary exhibition 'It's Lit!', organized by eslite spectrum Kuala Lumpur and xOrdinary, is running at The Starhill until October 30, 2026. Featuring 40 works by 17 Malaysian designers and brands, it aims to connect design with lifestyle and user experience.
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NSO to honour composer Aubrey Suwito with two-night concert at Istana Budaya
The National Symphony Orchestra will perform a two-hour tribute concert to Malaysian composer Aubrey Suwito on Oct 2 and 3 at Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur. The show, titled 'NSO with Aubrey Suwito: Pop Meets Symphony', will feature 16 of his compositions performed by singers Ernie Zakri, Syamel Fodzly, and Shiha Zikir.
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Malaysian Cheong Kwok Khuen reaches pro main draw at Leapmotor KL Cup
Malaysian pickleball player Cheong Kwok Khuen qualified for the men's singles main draw at the Leapmotor Kuala Lumpur Cup held at The Hood in Kuala Lumpur. He defeated fellow Malaysian Ryan Lee in the qualifiers and will now face Vietnam's Nguyen Tien in the main draw.
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Comedian Gavin Yap's food-themed solo show 'Fork It' runs Sept 11-13
Comedian Gavin Yap will perform his semi-autobiographical solo show 'Fork It: One Man's Journey Through Food & Memories' at the Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre from 11th to 13th September. The show uses different food dishes as a lens to explore Yap's life, from his childhood move to Malaysia to his career in acting.
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Capcom Pop-Up Store Returns to LaLaport Bukit Bintang for Three Months Starting 24 September
The Capcom pop-up store will return to the ACG Base section of LaLaport Bukit Bintang in Kuala Lumpur from 24 September to 27 December. Organizer Justdan says the longer run allows for a regularly updating product line-up, and for the first time, Malaysia-exclusive merchandise will be available.
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Customs Seize Smuggled Cigarettes, Liquor Worth RM1.95 Million in Klang Valley
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) Kuala Lumpur seized untaxed white cigarettes and liquor worth RM1.95 million through two special operations around the Klang Valley. The Ops Tembok Besar and Ops Akur operations, conducted in July and August, led to the arrest of 38 individuals and the opening of 38 investigation papers.
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Ex-Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez bailed at RM450,000, pleads not guilty
Former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim completed his RM450,000 bail process at the Kuala Lumpur Courts Complex. He pleaded not guilty to a charge of using his position to obtain a company chairmanship with an annual remuneration of RM690,000.
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90s Tamil music concert draws nostalgic crowd at KLCC's Plenary Hall
The 90's Reloaded concert took place at the Plenary Hall, KLCC on Sept 5, featuring a star-studded line-up of Tamil music singers. The event, organized by Venus Production, took the audience on a nostalgic trip through 1990s Tamil hits, with highlights including S.P. Charan's tribute to his late father.
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Heritage Valley KL generates RM4.6m sales, benefits 500 entrepreneurs
Heritage Valley Kuala Lumpur, an entrepreneurship hub on Jalan Doraisamy, has recorded cumulative sales of RM4.6 million since August 2025. The RM9.7 million project by UDA Holdings has benefited over 500 entrepreneurs and will be expanded to major cities.
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Irfan Bakti: KRW forced to recall released players due to FIFA restrictions
Kelantan Red Warriors head coach Irfan Bakti Abu Salim revealed the team had to recall eight to nine released players due to FIFA registration restrictions. He made the remarks after his team was eliminated from the FA Cup, losing 5-1 to Kuching City at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium. Irfan appealed to FAM for help, stating the current situation is not the players' fault.
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Kuching City thrash Kelantan 5-1 to reach FA Cup quarter-finals
Kuching City FC beat Kelantan Red Warriors 5-1 in the second leg of the FA Cup round of 16 at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium, advancing 5-1 on aggregate. Coach Aidil Sharin Sahak praised his players' commitment despite a congested schedule.
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Gombak Setia assemblyman acquitted of TikTok public alarm charge
Gombak Setia assemblyman Muhammad Hilman Idham was acquitted and discharged by the Magistrate's Court in Kuala Lumpur of a charge under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code. The magistrate ruled the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. The charge related to a TikTok video allegedly made on July 30, 2025.
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AMFF 2026 food festival at Titiwangsa Lake Gardens from Sept 11-16
The Anjung Malaysiaku Foodie Fiesta (AMFF) 2026 will be held at Taman Tasik Titiwangsa in Kuala Lumpur from September 11 to 16. The six-day festival, themed 'Kita Malaysia', combines food, arts, culture and lifestyle, and is expected to boost the local tourism industry and empower local entrepreneurs.
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Police seize RM2.4 billion worth of drugs in raid on Eco Business Park V factory
Police raided a factory in Eco Business Park V on Aug 15, uncovering a large-scale drug processing laboratory. They seized over 13 tonnes of MDMA and other drugs estimated to be worth RM2.4 billion as part of Op Eumenes.
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Former Tabung Haji chairman charged over RM190m investment decision
Former Lembaga Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez was charged in Kuala Lumpur with using his position to influence a RM190 million investment. He pleaded not guilty to the charge under the MACC Act.
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Oscar-winning film 'The Whale' to debut as stage play in KL this September
Samuel D. Hunter's play 'The Whale', which inspired the Oscar-winning film starring Brendan Fraser, will make its Malaysian stage debut from Sept 17 to 20 at Pentas 2, KLPAC. The production is directed by Christopher Ling and explores themes of truth, isolation, and redemption.
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Kwai Chai Hong unveils 'Lunar Harvest' installation for Mid-Autumn Festival
Kwai Chai Hong in Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown has unveiled a new art installation called 'Lunar Harvest' for the Mid-Autumn Festival. The installation features lanterns, rice gunny sacks, and paddy leaves to evoke a paddy field theme. Co-founder Zeen Chang explained the installation aims to showcase the world of yesteryear.
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Pos Malaysia Run 2026 returns to Dataran Merdeka on Nov 29 with new 21km categories
Pos Malaysia Run 2026 will be held at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur on Nov 29. The event introduces new 21km Open and Veteran categories and targets 10,000 participants. Registration is open until Sept 20.
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Office unit at MOF Inc Tower in KL rented for RM80,130
An office unit at MOF Inc Tower in Kuala Lumpur was leased for RM80,130 per month. The tenants were attracted by the fully furnished unit and suitable rental terms for their expansion plans. The average asking rate for similar units in the building is RM50,351.18 per month.
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Wista International AGM and Conference 2026
Wista International AGM and Conference 2026. 27 October to 30 October 2026, at InterContinental Kuala Lumpur.
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16th Asia-Pacific Innovation Conference (APIC) 2026
16th Asia-Pacific Innovation Conference (APIC) 2026. 22 September to 23 September 2026, at University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
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ISHAM Asia 2026 Congress
ISHAM Asia 2026 Congress. 9 September to 12 September 2026, at Hilton Kuala Lumpur.
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Asia Pacific Conference on International Education (APAIE) 2027
Asia Pacific Conference on International Education (APAIE) 2027. 20 March to 25 March 2027, at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.