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BUDI95 saves Putrajaya up to RM4b a year, boosts funding for welfare programmes

The targeted RON95 subsidy scheme has generated annual savings of between RM2.5 billion and RM4 billion, enabling the government to channel more funds into cash aid, welfare assistance and cost-of-living initiatives,Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said

Daim’s daughter Asnida seeks pause in MACC case, prosecution objects

Deputy public prosecutor says legal issues may be similar but facts remain different

KLIA loses Southeast Asia’s second busiest airport ranking to Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta

Malaysia’s main aviation hub slips to third place after seat capacity falls, while Indonesia’s airport overtakes it with stronger growth

14.2 mln Malaysians tap BUDI95, saving billions in fuel subsidy costs

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan says Malaysia’s targeted RON95 subsidy has already benefitted over 14 million citizens, cut fiscal costs by up to RM4 billion, and sparked debate over OECD calls to phase out fuel aid

Bankrupt rep: Selangor seat status decision expected this week as possible by-election looms

EC to determine next steps after Speaker confirms whether vacancy exists following assemblyman’s bankruptcy issue

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Bangsar bars expect up to 60% revenue boost after government secures World Cup 2026 broadcasts

Bar operators in Bangsar are preparing for packed venues, extended operating hours and themed match-day promotions after the government confirmed nationwide FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasts, with businesses forecasting revenue growth of between 30 and 60 per cent during the tournament period

Woman sues police, FBI in KL High Court after being scammed by ‘Elon Musk’

The woman, who receives welfare, claims she was defrauded of RM10,000 of her own money

MCMC, NADMA enhance flood early warning systems with new technology and stronger coordination

Collaboration between key agencies aims to improve accuracy and speed of flood alerts, with new Cell Broadcast System set to replace SMS warnings