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Anwar escalates enforcement warning to local councils

PM says poor municipal oversight reflects broader enforcement failures

Hefty fines, community service for Selangor litterbugs by 3Q 2026: state exco

State will adopt federal legislation that allows maximum fines of RM100,000 compared to RM1,000 under current law

This is dangerous: Agong decries dirty roads, clogged drains on surprise walkabout in Taman Duta

Sultan Ibrahim urges local councils to act over blocked drains, roadside waste and hazardous tree branches

Maintain status quo on alcohol sales in Muslim-majority areas, Nga tells councils

Housing and Local Government minister said that this decision aims to preserve harmony and relations among multi-ethnic communities

‘Justice for Kopi’ animal groups want change to local councils’ handling of strays

Use of harsh capture methods, such as choking, dragging and metal hooks, must be outlawed

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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