News near Kota Bharu
24 stories within reach of Kota Bharu, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Kelantan sultanate crown: an ageless local craftsman's creation
The Kelantan Sultanate's royal crown, crafted by a local Malay artisan over 100 years ago, is displayed publicly for the first time at the Kelantan Heritage Weapons Festival 2026. The crown's unique origin and intricate details highlight the goldsmithing skills of the local community. The festival runs from Aug 16 to Sept 5 at Istana Balai Besar in Kota Baru.
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Car rental to Rohingya: 34 vehicle owners in Kelantan charged in court
A total of 34 vehicle owners in Kelantan were charged in court for various offenses, including renting vehicles to Rohingya who do not hold valid driving licenses.
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Govt monitoring inflation to avoid cost pressure on the people amid West Asia crisis, says deputy minister
Deputy Minister assures that the government is monitoring inflation movements to prevent cost pressures on the people amid the West Asia crisis. The statement was made in Kota Bharu, emphasizing the government's commitment to mitigating economic impacts.
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Kelantan police hunt depot escapees in numbered greens, warn Kota Bharu residents against direct confrontation
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — The 10 undocumented migrants who escaped from the Tanah Merah Immigration Depot, actively bei...
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Teen girl fled motorcyclist after he allegedly told her to undress, Kelantan police now investigating possible sexual assault
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — Police are looking into a possible sexual offence involving a 15-year-old girl who was found...
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No Malaysians affected by simultaneous attacks in three southern Thai provinces, says Kelantan police chief
KOTA BHARU, Aug 23 — Kelantan Police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said there is no report of Malaysians being aff...
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Kota Bharu hospital says drug‑positive newborn now stable, no longer showing withdrawal symptoms
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — A baby girl who tested positive for drugs after being born at Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospit...
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Police advise Malaysian motorcyclists and drivers entering Thailand to comply with local laws
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — Malaysian motorcyclists and motorists entering Thailand are advised to comply with local laws...
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Kelantan police vow firm action against ‘tonto’ used to block enforcement in human‑smuggling cases
KOTA BHARU, Aug 19 — Police will take firm action against human-smuggling syndicates using ‘tonto’ to...
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Get ready, students: 2026 SPM schedule to be announced today
KOTA BHARU, Aug 18 —The 2026 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination schedule is expected to be announced this...
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Royal death brings early closure to Kelantan Heritage Weapons Festival in Kota Bharu
KOTA BHARU, Aug 17 — The Kelantan Heritage Weapons Festival 2026 has been closed today following the death of a me...
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Farmer’s coconut dehusking invention gets a shot at cracking the durian market
KOTA BHARU, Aug 17 — An innovative coconut dehusking device developed by plantation entrepreneur Che Ad...
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Kelantan Health Department to monitor baby girl’s growth after testing positive for drugs
KOTA BHARU, Aug 16 — The Kelantan Health Department (JKNK) will continue to monitor the development of a baby girl...
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RM10 a trip: GOF arrests Kelantan labourer who allegedly ferried undocumented migrants from river to bus station
KOTA BHARU, Aug 13 — For just a fee of RM10, a labourer allegedly moonlit as a transporter to ferry foreigners who...
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Kelantan state assembly passes Syariah Criminal Offences Bill 2026
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The Kelantan state legislative assembly today passed the Syariah Criminal Offences (Kelantan)...
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Malaysia, Thailand step up cooperation on border security, cross-border crime
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — Malaysia and Thailand are strengthening border security cooperation through government-to-gov...
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Airport security plan heads to Cabinet next week after Malaysian pilot's drug bust
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — A plan to enhance airport security controls will be presented to the Cabinet next week follow...
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RM200,000-plus aid for family of cop killed in Sabah electric shock incident, says home minister
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will expedite benefits and welfare assistance for the family...
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More than nine-tenths of Kelantan land remains Malay reserve, top in peninsula, says MB
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The total area of Malay reserve land in Kelantan is recorded at 526,083 hectares (ha) or 91.5...
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Kelantan sets sights on petroleum, gas opportunities through new state vehicle
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The Kelantan government intends to strengthen its involvement in the petroleum and gas indust...
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PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim says lawyers handling Anwar’s defamation suit
KOTA BARU, Aug 11 — PAS deputy president Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said he would leave it to his lawyers to...
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Kelantan opens 63 investigation papers into illegal mining, encroachment
KOTA BHARU, Aug 11 — A total of 63 investigation papers were opened in connection with encroachment and illegal mi...
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Shrimp import talks with Thailand at final stage, resolution expected by mid‑August, says Mat Sabu
KOTA BHARU, Aug 8 — Discussions on the issue of shrimp imports from Thailand are at the final stage and are expect...
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Police corporal killed in Sabah electrocution laid to rest as family recalls final video call
KOTA BHARU, Aug 8 — Corporal Mohamad Nur Hafiz Rahim, who was believed to have died from an electric sh...