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Johari proposes EV levy to fund nationwide charging network after RM3.3b tax incentives fall short

The government is considering imposing a levy on every electric vehicle sold in Malaysia to finance the expansion of public charging stations, after RM3.3 billion in tax incentives failed to spur sufficient private investment in charging infrastructure, says Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani

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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

Four Malaysia Airlines flights cancelled, two more diverted amid heightened US-Iran tensions

Destinations involved were Doha and Jeddah following flight advisory on airspace risks, governments issue travel warnings to avoid Iran