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Loke proposes mandatory compensation for victims’ families in fatal crash cases

Putrajaya signals no compromise after Amirul Hafiz Omar’s death in Sunday’s crash involving a motorcycle and two cars

Stop calling predictable deaths “inevitable” – Ravindran Raman Kutty

Malaysia’s gig riders are the backbone of our instant-delivery culture, and also the most expendable bodies on our roads. We clap for their “service”, then quietly accept a body count that now looks like a slow, silent massacre.

Govt offers RM4,000 incentive for cars over 20-years-old

The matching grant programme encourages Malaysians to trade in old vehicles for safer, modern alternatives

Traffic offenders could face mandatory defensive driving courses: Loke

The Transport Ministry says the proposal aims to enhance road safety by improving driving skills and accident prevention, particularly for those with traffic offence records or suspended licences

Smart Lanes reduce accidents by 74% at Rawang Interchange: Works Minister

The initiative enhances road safety and alleviates traffic congestion, with smart lanes proving effective in accident reduction, particularly on key routes

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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