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School bus fare: RM5 to RM10 increase is enough, says operator association

Despite the need for a hike, group chairman says RM10 maximum increase is rational and considerate, ensuring parents are not burdened

Budget 2025: consider soft loan to help us replace old school buses, say operators

Federation of School Bus Associations’s president Amali Munif Rahmat says that an interest-free soft loan can help them procure new buses and recruit young operators

Most school bus operators proposing fare hike not association members: Muruga

Chairman says they will not propose raise in fees as it would burden parents, clarified only 3,000 out of 15,000 operators registered with them although licensed by authorities

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Gunung Jerai: unearthing its history, unveiling its mystery

The word “Gunung Jerai” or “Mount Jerai” has been a familiar term since I embarked on a quest to explore Malaysian history and heritage. This site is however not within the radar of most local or foreign tourists.

Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented