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e-hailing drivers

Budget 2027: Grab, govt to roll out RM160mil aid package for gig workers

The initiative aims to boost e-hailing drivers’ median net monthly income by up to RM227 and p-hailing riders’ earnings by up to RM100, while providing support for vehicle maintenance, insurance and Socso contributions

Govt raises Budi95 fuel quota to 800 litres for e-hailers

Higher ceiling follows drivers’ appeals as Putrajaya reviews targeted subsidy rollout

Govt to boost RON95 subsidy for e-hailing drivers

With a new quota set to take effect in November, nearly 58,000 drivers stand to benefit from an increased fuel allowance under the BUDI95 initiative

E-hailing drivers need extra 1,000 litres of subsidised fuel to keep rides affordable

Six associations representing e-hailing and p-hailing workers have urged the government to increase their Budi95 quota and expand the scheme to cover delivery riders, warning that users will bear higher costs if allocations fall short

Govt to use mechanisms blocking RON95 subsidy abuse, prevent multiple refuels: Amir Hamzah

Finance Minister II says new controls set to monitor suspicious usage and ensure fair allocation of fuel to eligible recipients

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Melaka schools to reopen on Oct 12 as API readings fall below 100

Air quality readings at all three monitoring stations in the state remain in the moderate range, with parents advised to monitor their children's health

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders

Malaysia Airlines, SIA join rush to cancel Middle East flights as Iran-US-Israel strikes escalate

More countries announce airspace closures as carriers suspend flights on Feb 28 and March 1, passengers reminded to check for updates on subsequent flights