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MAKAF promises Proton e.MAS to karate gold medallists at Asian Games
The Malaysian Karate Federation (MAKAF) has promised a Proton e.MAS car to any national karate athlete who wins gold at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Its president Datuk Nur Azmi Ahmad said the reward is extra motivation for the seven athletes being sent, with a target of at least one gold. The announcement was made after a symbolic ceremony at the National Sports Institute (ISN) in Kuala Lumpur.
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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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Video of suspected street race on Putrajaya main road sparks concern, Radzi to contact police
A video showing vehicles believed to be racing and testing their speed on a main road in Putrajaya at night has gone viral on social media, raising safety concerns among users. Putrajaya MP Datuk Dr Mohd Radzi Md Jidin said he will contact the Putrajaya district police headquarters for more details. Last Saturday, Putrajaya police launched an operation against street racers and seized 14 vehicles, including 13 motorcycles, at Lebuh Sentosa.
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Kedah Immigration deports, blacklists 140 undocumented migrants
Kedah's Immigration Department sent home 140 undocumented migrants held at the Belantik Immigration Depot in Sik, flying them out via KLIA yesterday. The group of Myanmar, Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani, Indonesian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian and Kenyan nationals was also blacklisted from re-entering the country.
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Man dies after falling into newly dug septic tank pit in Kota Tinggi
A 48-year-old man died after falling into a 3-metre-deep septic tank pit under construction in Taman Permai, Temit, Kota Tinggi. Fire and rescue personnel from Kota Baru recovered the body; health ministry medics confirmed he had already died. The body was handed to police for further action.
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77 foreigners detained in Nilai immigration operation
Malaysia's Immigration Department in Negeri Sembilan detained 77 undocumented migrants at two industrial premises in Nilai. The 65 men, 11 women and one girl were held for various offences under the Immigration Act and placed at the Lenggeng immigration depot.
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Comedian Abon seeks JKM aid after heart condition cuts his income
Malaysian comedian Abon, whose real name is Sharizan Ahmad, has applied for welfare assistance from the Social Welfare Department after losing his income since June due to a heart condition. He had stents fitted in two heart vessels and was told to rest for at least five months, spending thousands on treatment. He was met at his home in Hulu Langat during a FINAS Ziarah Seni Madani programme.
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St Paul's Seremban honours five hockey Olympians at centenary reunion
St Paul's Institution in Seremban held its Old Paulians' Association centenary reunion on Sept 5, where five former students who became Malaysian hockey Olympians were given legacy recognition certificates and plaques. Franco D'Cruz, 79, accepted the award for himself and for his 1972 Munich teammate Brian Sta Maria, 76, who was in hospital. Stephen Van Huizen, Gary Fidelis and Suriaghandi Suppiah were also honoured.
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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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KL City advances to FA Cup quarter-finals after goalless draw with Perak
Kuala Lumpur City FC drew 0-0 with Perak FA in the second leg of their Piala FA round of 16 match at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium in Cheras. The draw was enough for KL City to advance to the quarter-finals with a 1-0 aggregate win, following their victory in the first leg in Manjung.
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Ops Mahir raids in KL and Penang net 122 illegal immigrants at factories
Immigration authorities arrested 122 illegal immigrants during Ops Mahir raids at factories in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, and Perai, Penang. The detainees, mostly foreign nationals, were held for various immigration offences and taken to depots for investigation.
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Amelia, Jarvis lead after second round of MGA junior golf in Melaka
Amelia Lee and Jarvis Liew Zun Xin took the lead in their respective categories after the second round of the 100PLUS MGA National Junior Development Programme golf championship at A' Famosa Golf Club in Melaka. Amelia shot a 69 to lead the girls' category, while Jarvis carded a 66 to top the boys' standings.
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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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Kedai Emas Sri Semantan sponsors Kelantan City FC with RM2 million for 2026/27 season
Kedai Emas Sri Semantan (KESS) has agreed to sponsor Kelantan City FC (KCFC) with RM2 million for the 2026/27 season. The announcement was made at a press conference at Stadium Tuanku Abdul Rahman in Paroi, Seremban, before KCFC's FA Cup match against Negeri Sembilan FC. KESS chairman pledged up to RM5 million if KCFC qualifies for the Super League next season.
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Le Méridien Putrajaya marks 10th anniversary with special packages
Le Méridien Putrajaya hotel is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Putrajaya. The management highlighted its role as an integrated lifestyle destination and announced special stay and dining packages for the occasion. The hotel also recently received two industry awards.
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Kelantan City FC coach praises team's fighting spirit after FA Cup upset over Negeri Sembilan
Kelantan City FC advanced to the FA Cup quarter-finals despite a 2-3 loss to Negeri Sembilan FC in the second leg at Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium in Paroi, winning 4-3 on aggregate. Coach Alfredo Gonzalez praised his players' discipline and performance after the match.
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Motorcyclist dies in crash on Cyberjaya-Putrajaya road
A motorcyclist died and a pillion rider was injured after their bike skidded and hit a road barrier at KM 47.1 of the Cyberjaya-Putrajaya road this morning. Sepang district police received a report at 7.32 am and the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
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Police link July i-City kidnap 'victim' to drug boss slain in Seremban
Police believe a man rescued from a kidnapping in i-City, Shah Alam in July is linked to the head of a drug syndicate who was shot dead in Seremban. The rescued man is being detained for 60 days under the Dangerous Drugs (Special Preventive Measures) Act 1985 as investigations continue.
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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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Police arrest another pilot in Klang Valley over Jakarta drug syndicate case
Malaysian police arrested another local pilot in the Klang Valley on Monday in connection with an international drug trafficking syndicate linked to a Malaysian co-pilot detained in Jakarta. The suspect, in his 30s, is believed to have handled proceeds from drug sales, bringing the total number of arrests to seven. Police also detailed five raids under Op Melanoplus that netted over 86kg of drugs worth RM10.82 million.
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Negeri Sembilan MB claims he was forced to sign proclamation to depose ruler
Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim claims he was forced to sign a proclamation document to depose the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, Tuanku Muhriz. He has lodged a police report and the state government asserts the document is invalid. The Undang Luak Sungei Ujong also confirmed the proclamation is void.
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Police shoot dead mastermind of RM2.4 billion drug syndicate in Seremban
A man shot dead by police in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan is believed to be the mastermind of a RM2.4 billion drug processing syndicate. The syndicate used a premises in Bandar Puncak Alam, Selangor as an illegal lab, with chemicals imported from China via Port Klang.
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Police cripple Klang Valley vape drug syndicate, seize RM10.82mil in drugs
Police arrested seven men and two women in five raids across the Klang Valley, seizing drugs worth RM10.82 million. The syndicate had been lacing vape liquid with drugs and distributing them via courier services since April. Several suspects have been charged under the Dangerous Drugs Act.
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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.