News near Johor Bahru
24 stories within reach of Johor Bahru, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Johor Super Crown Polo Championship 2026 begins today
The Johor Super Crown Polo Championship (JSCPT) 2026 officially starts today at the Royal Polo Field of Istana Pasir Pelangi in Johor Bahru, marking the largest polo tournament with the highest handicap ever held in Malaysia. The six-day event features five elite teams and is inspired by the Crown Prince of Johor, aiming to position Johor as a top destination in the international luxury sports circuit.
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JB commercial areas short of parking due to Singapore workers; new paid system proposed
Johor Bahru's commercial areas are facing a parking shortage partly due to Singaporean workers, prompting a new paid parking system as part of efforts to ease traffic ahead of the RTS Link launch.
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Singaporean man jailed for insulting Islam during e-hailing trip in Johor Bahru
A 56-year-old Singaporean man was sentenced to 14 days' jail and fined RM7,000 after pleading guilty to insulting Islam during an e-hailing trip in Johor Bahru.
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Singaporean man and local youth claim trial over violent road rage brawl in Johor Bahru
A 46-year-old Singaporean man and a local youth claimed trial in a Johor Bahru court over a violent road rage brawl. The incident, which occurred in Johor Bahru, led to charges being filed against both individuals. The court proceedings are ongoing.
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Loke assures RTS Link travellers: Passports accepted, QR system offered as digital option
Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirmed that passports will be accepted for RTS Link travel, with a QR code system as an optional digital alternative. The assurance was given in Johor Bahru.
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Transport Ministry greenlights RM60m bridge for direct Komuter access to RTS station
The Malaysian government will build a RM60 million bridge linking the Bukit Chagar RTS Link Station and the KTMB Komuter station in Johor Bahru, giving passengers direct access and improving connectivity.
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RTS Link aims to fast track immigration clearance in a matter of seconds
The Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link is expected to reduce immigration clearance to seconds, with the system designed to streamline border crossings. The project is part of efforts to ease congestion on the Causeway and improve connectivity between the two countries.
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Government prioritises new theatres to support surgeries during Sultanah Aminah Hospital upgrades
The Economy Ministry will prioritise building three to four new operating theatres at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Bahru to support surgeries during the hospital's upgrade. The announcement was made by the Economy Minister, who visited the hospital to assess the needs.
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Johor's Hospital Sultanah Aminah urgently needs type O and AB blood donors this weekend
Hospital Sultanah Aminah in Johor Bahru has issued an urgent appeal for blood donors with type O and AB blood to come forward this weekend. The hospital needs these donations to maintain its blood supply for patients.
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Singapore fugitive flees to Johor, ends up kidnapped for S$80,000 ransom
A 32-year-old Singaporean man wanted by police fled to Johor for refuge but was instead kidnapped and held for an S$80,000 ransom. The incident highlights cross-border crime issues between Singapore and Malaysia.
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Johor police bust drug syndicate supplying local market, seize RM8.49m worth of drugs
Johor police arrested two men and dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate, seizing drugs worth RM8.49 million that were intended for the local market. The arrests were made in a series of raids in Johor Bahru.
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Four-month-old baby girl’s death in Johor probed as murder, investigation papers sent to prosecution
Police in Johor have reclassified the death of a four-month-old baby girl in Taman Sri Saujana as murder. The investigation papers have been sent to the prosecution for further action.
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Anwar hails AKPS for seizing suspected Israel-bound shipment at Johor port
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the Malaysian Border Security Agency (AKPS) for intercepting a shipment suspected to be headed for Israel at a Johor port. The seizure highlights Malaysia's stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict and its enforcement of export controls.
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Six charged with kidnapping Singaporean man for S$20,000 ransom in Johor
Six individuals, including a woman, were charged in a Johor Bahru court with kidnapping a Singaporean man for a S$20,000 ransom. They pleaded not guilty to the charges. The case highlights cross-border crime in the region.
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Johor police cripple drug ring, seize RM7.93m drugs from 'repository' homes
Johor police dismantled a drug trafficking syndicate, seizing RM7.93 million worth of drugs from houses in gated residential areas. The operation targeted the syndicate's storage locations, crippling their distribution network.
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MyBorderPass down at KSAB bus and motorcycle lanes, travellers advised to switch to Immigration counters or MyNIISe
The MyBorderPass application is experiencing a system disruption at the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) bus and motorcycle lanes, causing delays for travellers. Authorities advise using manual Immigration counters or the MyNIISe system as an alternative.
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Johor police arrest five, open three investigation papers over upside-down flags
Johor police have arrested five individuals and opened three investigation papers in connection with the display of upside-down flags, which is considered an insult to the national emblem. The arrests were made following public outrage over the incident.
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Malaysia and Singapore to announce RTS Link fare soon, Loke says talks moving smoothly
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that the fare for the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link will be announced soon, with negotiations progressing smoothly. The RTS Link is a rapid transit system connecting the two countries, expected to ease cross-border travel for thousands of daily commuters.
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Zahid chairs road safety panel, maps congestion fixes before Johor Bahru RTS January debut
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi chaired a road safety committee meeting in Putrajaya, where plans were discussed to ease traffic congestion in Johor Bahru city centre ahead of the RTS Link's debut in January. The committee also addressed road safety issues and mapped out congestion fixes for the area.
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Johor to roll out RM1,000 rental deposit aid for Bangsa Johor next year
The Johor government is set to introduce a RM1,000 rental deposit assistance scheme for Bangsa Johor next year, aimed at helping residents with rental deposits.
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Married couple plead guilty to causing death of three-month-old baby under their care in Johor
A married couple pleaded guilty in a Johor Bahru court to causing the death of a three-month-old baby under their care. The couple was charged under Malaysian law, and the case is ongoing.
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In Johor, police probe claim of suspected Toyota Hilux following student walking home
Police in Johor are investigating a report that a Toyota Hilux followed a 12-year-old student walking home. The incident was reported by the student's parent, a food trader, and authorities are looking into the claim.
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Johor to add 5,000 smart CCTVs across Greater Johor Bahru in five years
The Johor government plans to install 5,000 additional smart CCTV cameras across Greater Johor Bahru over the next five years to enhance public safety and security.
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Johor orders Kempas scrap metal recycling premise to shut down over air pollution risk
The Johor government has ordered the closure of an illegal scrap metal recycling premise in Kampung M... due to air pollution risks. The action follows environmental concerns and aims to protect local residents from health hazards.