News near Desa Petaling
24 stories within reach of Desa Petaling, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Police fire several shots before arresting cable theft suspect
Police in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, fired several shots to arrest a cable theft suspect after the vehicle he was in tried to flee a police inspection. The suspect was arrested and the incident is under investigation.
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Former employee arrested for warehouse break-in
A former employee of an electrical supplier warehouse in Kuala Lumpur was arrested less than 12 hours after allegedly breaking into the warehouse on August 24. Police, acting on a report and CCTV footage, detained the 30-year-old local man at an apartment in Puchong and seized evidence including a cash box and a mobile phone. The suspect, who had no prior criminal record, is being investigated under Section 457 of the Penal Code.
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Snatch thieves fail to grab woman’s handbag, but rip RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist outside Cheras home
Two men on a motorcycle attempted to snatch a 49-year-old woman's handbag outside her home in Cheras, but failed. However, they managed to rip a RM2,000 gold bracelet from her wrist before fleeing. The incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur.
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Teen beaten for refusing to join gang
A 15-year-old boy was assaulted by five teenagers at a condominium in Bukit Jalil after declining to join their gang. He was treated at a hospital, and police arrested the suspects in Cheras.
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Exists returns with Memento Mori 2.0
Malaysian band Exists will hold a second concert, Memento Mori 2.0, at Unifi Arena, Bukit Jalil on Nov 8, following the success of their first show. The new concert will feature a refreshed setlist with more hit songs, and tickets are priced from RM228 to RM488.
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RM1.49 billion in investments sealed on first day of MAHA Trade Days
The opening of MAHA Trade Days 2026 in Serdang saw 14 memorandums of understanding worth RM1.49 billion signed on its first day. The Agriculture and Food Security Minister also expressed hope for additional budget allocation in 2027 to face weather challenges and El Nino.
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Malaysia's rice self-sufficiency ratio needs to reach 80 per cent, says Mohamad
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu stated that Malaysia's rice self-sufficiency ratio (SSR) must be raised to at least 80 percent to ensure a comfortable supply level. He made the remarks in Serdang.
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MAHA 2026 attracts 1.8 million visitors, records RM6m sales in three days
MAHA 2026, held in Serdang, attracted 1.8 million visitors and recorded RM6 million in sales within the first three days. The exhibition showcases Malaysia's agriculture, horticulture, and agrotourism sectors.
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Veterinary Services Department recognises 167 artificial insemination technicians nationwide
The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) recognised 167 artificial insemination technicians nationwide for their commitment to strengthening livestock breeding services at the field level. The recognition ceremony was held in Serdang.
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MAHA 2026 draws over a million visitors, RM6 million in sales in 3 days
MAHA 2026 attracted over one million visitors in its first three days, from 28 to 30 August, with 185,000 vehicles entering and exiting the venue. The exhibition generated RM6 million in sales during this period.
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Maha draws over a million visitors, nearly RM6mil in sales
Maha 2026 in Serdang attracted over one million visitors in its first three days, generating nearly RM6 million in sales. The exhibition showcases agriculture, horticulture, and agrotourism.
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Laman Padi enters Malaysia Book of Records with largest padi artwork
A 2.83-hectare padi showcase at MAHA 2026 in Serdang has been recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records for creating the largest padi artwork in the country.
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Kuskop to expedite disbursement of PM’s additional RM1b microcredit pledge, says minister
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) will expedite the disbursement of the additional RM1 billion microcredit pledge announced by the Prime Minister. Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick stated that the ministry is committed to ensuring the funds reach entrepreneurs quickly to support business recovery and growth.
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Police say no report received on roadside fight incident
Ampang Jaya police have not received any report about a viral video showing a woman lying on the roadside and a fight breaking out in Pandan Jaya. Police are aware of the incident but cannot investigate without an official report.
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Music community rallies behind Flop Poppy’s Andy and his daughter
Andy, vocalist of Malaysian band Flop Poppy, is seeking public support to fund his daughter Inaz's RM97,000 scoliosis surgery. A charity concert and donation drive, 'SOS 4 INAZ', is being organized by Karyawan to help cover the treatment costs. The event will feature performances by several local acts.
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Jing Xuan breaks record, wins SUKIPT gold
Sunway University's Ng Jing Xuan won the javelin gold at SUKIPT 2026, setting a new games record of 46.92m. She now sets her sights on the SEA Games and other international meets.
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'SOS 4 INAZ' for employee, DBKL helps raise funds for Andy's child
DBKL and KARYAWAN are organizing the Indie Vibes @ Panggung Anniversari event on September 5 to raise funds for Inaz, the five-year-old child of singer Andy from Flop Poppy, who requires surgery for severe scoliosis. The event will feature performances and charity sales to help cover the estimated RM97,000 treatment cost.
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Family prays for safe return of Malaysian climber missing in Nepal - NST Online
Family prays for safe return of Malaysian climber missing in Nepal NST Online
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Murad Zaidi's defamation suit against Caprice heads to trial as mediation fails
The defamation suit filed by Murad Zaidi against influencer Caprice will proceed to trial after mediation failed. The case involves allegations of false and malicious content posted on Instagram, and a consent order was previously recorded for removal of the statements.
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PAS confirms attendance at UMNO General Assembly
PAS has confirmed it will attend the UMNO General Assembly (PAU) 2026 at WTCKL after receiving an invitation from UMNO. The PAS Secretary-General stated that the party president's attendance is uncertain due to health reasons, but other representatives will attend.
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Gautham Vasudev Menon crosses border for KL concert
Gautham Vasudev Menon (GVM) will celebrate 25 years in Indian cinema with a concert titled 'Ondra Rendra 25 Years of GVM' at the Arch Galeries, Kuala Lumpur on October 10. The event was announced at a press conference at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, featuring a lineup of artists who have contributed to his musical legacy.
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Tracing history through Xplorasi Warisan KL
Warisan KL held the Xplorasi Warisan KL: Edisi Merdeka 2026 heritage exploration, starting at Stadium Merdeka and ending at Dataran Merdeka, to teach history interactively. Participants explored landmarks, completed tasks, and winners received cash prizes.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA pairs long-range drive with simpler EV charging
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launched the CLA 250+ electric with up to 792km range and introduced MB.CHARGE Public to streamline EV charging access.
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Malaysia's largest tech convention rebrands as AiSEM@Selangor, sharpening its bet on AI and semiconductors
Selangor's flagship tech convention, formerly SDEC, has been rebranded as AiSEM@Selangor (AI & Semiconductor Summit) to reflect the state's focus on AI and semiconductors. The 11th edition will take place from 14-17 October at KLCC and Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, as part of the Selangor International Business Summit.