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MOF: Technical glitch behind 150-litre Budi95 limit display, 200-litre quota remains unchanged

The Finance Ministry confirms that a system glitch during overnight maintenance temporarily showed an incorrect 150-litre monthly cap, reassuring eligible recipients that the full 200-litre fuel subsidy remains intact for June 2026

‘No political will’: Rafizi’s credibility on subsidies questioned by analysts

Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s fresh push for targeted fuel subsidies has drawn scrutiny, with analysts noting that he failed to deliver similar reforms during his time in office

T15 group excluded from RON95 subsidy to be announced mid-2025: Rafizi

This will allow time for those who have yet to register for Padu or those found to be unqualified to appeal, he adds

Can’t use motor registration, levy or direct cash methods for targeted RON95 subsidy: Rafizi

Not everyone registers their vehicle, some use another’s name, and direct cash transfers while floating fuel price could drive inflation

Govt ran pilot test for targeted RON95 subsidy, didn’t ‘announce first, study later’: Rafizi

Economy Minister says pilot was conducted using MyKad and e-wallets at selected petrol stations nationwide between 2022 and 2023

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Smoking to cost more: BAT Malaysia lights up price tags with new cigarette rates

Cigarette prices for top brands will rise between RM12.40 and RM18.40 per pack starting November 21, 2025

Selangor to host Sukma 2026 from Aug 15-24, Para Sukma in September

Over 10,000 athletes expected as Selangor aims to reclaim overall crown; official logo and mascot to be unveiled next month

Malaysia eyes next-generation combat aircraft in 2030s, FA-50s arrive by year-end: Khaled

Defence Minister says phased delivery of 18 FA-50 jets will strengthen air force capabilities