News near Semenyih Selangor
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Three held over attempted cable theft at Jalan Reko, Kajang
Police arrested three men, aged 25 to 46, over an attempted cable theft near a traffic light junction along Jalan Reko in Kajang at about 4am today. Two suspects tested positive for methamphetamine and all three will be brought to the Kajang Court tomorrow for a remand application.
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MIROS proposes regular health checks for elderly drivers
MIROS chairman Prof Dr Wong Shaw Voon suggested regular health screenings for drivers from age 40 as a condition for renewing licences. He said driving competence cannot be judged by age alone, and an age limit could create social risks for elderly drivers who remain fit. The proposal was made at MIROS headquarters in Kajang, while a driving institute operator in Segambut suggested practical training beyond 16 hours for elderly drivers.
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UKM and UiTM prepare to welcome new students
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam Campus are making preparations for their new student orientation weeks. At UKM, the Minggu Tekad Siswa involves 44 facilitators, while UiTM is running a five-day course for its MDS assistants before Minggu Destini Siswa is held both online and physically.
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Kajang police hunt two men who fled check and rammed MPV
Police in Kajang are tracking two men who fled after being stopped for inspection by an MPV patrol unit on Jalan Semenyih near the Kajang Prima traffic lights yesterday afternoon. The green Proton Wira hit a Perodua Ativa before ramming the police MPV, damaging its front right door, but no one was injured. The case is being investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code and police are asking the public to come forward with information.
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UKM to hold Malaysia Madani Poetry Declamation on Sept 16
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia's Cultural Centre will hold the Malaysia Madani Poetry Declamation Programme 2026 on 16 September at Panggung Seni UKM in Bangi, in conjunction with Malaysia Day. The event features National Laureate Datuk Rahman Shaari, Prof. Emeritus Datuk Seri Dr. Awang Sariyan and artist Alina Hasan, and aims to instil patriotism and sustain the art of poetry declamation.
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MICPA recognises KPTM Bangi Diploma in Accounting
Kolej Poly-Tech Mara's Diploma in Accounting has been recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants, opening a clearer route to the CPA (Malaysia) qualification. The recognition and a strategic collaboration between KPTMSB and MICPA were formalised at KPTM Bangi's Grand Hall on Wednesday.
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Secretaries' seminar in Bangi puts focus on AI skills
The Raikan Setiausaha 2026 seminar was held at Bangi Resort Hotel with over 150 participants from ministries, government departments and the corporate sector. Its project director, Mohd Shegy Jalil, said secretaries must master AI and new skills to stay relevant rather than treat technology as a threat.
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Selangor police seize RM31.53m in drugs, arrest 14
Selangor police broke up six drug syndicates in seven raids across KLIA, Segambut, Kajang and Sepang between 19 and 26 August. The RM31.53 million haul included 135.4 kg of cannabis buds and 117.54 kg of MDMA, with 14 people arrested.
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Country Heights unit's Kajang commercial property up for RM55mil auction
A subsidiary of Country Heights Holdings Bhd, Country Heights Commercial Development Sdn Bhd, faces a judicial auction of a 2.60-hectare commercial property in Kajang, Selangor, with a reserve price of RM55 million. The property was pledged as collateral for an S$11.5 million loan from CGS International Capital Singapore, and the auction is scheduled for Sept 21, 2026, after a previous attempt at RM69.85 million failed.
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KPTM accounting diploma gains MICPA recognition
Kolej Poly-Tech MARA's Diploma in Accounting has been recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants at a ceremony held at KPTM Bangi today. The strategic partnership is expected to give students a clearer route into the accounting profession across KPTM's six branch campuses and UPTM.
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PERKESO job fair at Kajang prison helps inmate find work before release
PERKESO, in collaboration with the prison department, held a special MYFutureJobs career fair at Kajang prison to help inmates find employment. A 37-year-old inmate from Port Klang, due for release on September 23, secured a job in general services and logistics. Employers at the fair conducted interviews directly at the prison and some provided food and lodging.
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ASEAN - CHINA Regional Cooperation & Development Forum 2026 (ACCD'26)
ASEAN - CHINA Regional Cooperation & Development Forum 2026 (ACCD'26). 2 November to 5 November 2026, at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi.
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Rapid KL denies LRT breakdown, says station crowding due to passenger surge
Rapid KL has denied claims that its LRT service was broken, attributing crowding at the Pasar Seni and Kajang interchange stations to a surge in passenger numbers. Crowd control measures are being implemented. The denial follows a viral video alleging service disruption since the previous day.