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New-generation MyKad can still be used for govt aid, subsidies: NRD

Replacing existing cards will not affect eligibility or SARA balances, while selected holders are required to switch to the new version

Unsubsidised diesel 75sen cheaper at RM5.97, RON95 and RON97 drop 25sen to RM4.02 and RM5.10

Targeted subsidies retained under Budi95 and SKPS/SKDS schemes to protect public spending

Only holders of valid special permits can fill petrol, diesel in containers: KPDN

Ten categories are eligible, namely, forklift vehicles, water transport, residents in rural and island areas, food industry operators, water-based recreation, agriculture and livestock, emergency assistance, maintenance, tourism and small-scale construction

KPDN to enforce Hari Raya price controls from March 14 to 28

Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme covers 27 essential items, while new subsidies and discounts aim to ease the cost of living

Subsidised cooking oil sales to be linked to MyKad, foreigners barred: Minister

QR codes and MyKasih integration aim to ensure cooking oil packets reach Malaysian households, with safeguards for elderly and rural consumers

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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

RM460m budget boost to power RTG, para-athletes, and regional games prep: KBS

With RM460 million secured for national sports development and RM240 million earmarked for the 2027 SEA Games, KBS sets its sights on building a comprehensive, sustainable sporting ecosystem

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