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Is the Jelutong reclamation project needed and why are residents against it?

Residents now have until April 14 to collect and submit public objections to the EIA report on the project to close a landfill and reclaim more land near it to create new prime real estate

Jelutong reclamation: object during feedback process, Chow tells Karpal Singh Drive residents

Suggestion comes as Penang CM urged to reject proposed project, which would cover the waterfront due to its potential impact on the marine ecosystem

Karpal Singh Drive residents urge Chow to reject reclamation plans for Jelutong landfill

The Protect Karpal Singh Drive action committee says the proposed reclamation will encroach upon and threaten the marine ecosystems in the surrounding area

Langkasuka project stalled: green groups express relief, hope for permanent stop

Reviving it is unjustifiable given the risks the project poses to marine ecology and climate change, say activists 

‘Generic’ tourism project will displace Pangkor residents, hurt environment, says NGO

Planned development will reportedly include five-star hotels, shopping mall, duty-free centres

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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

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

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

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