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Penang CM denies delays to work on Mutiara Line LRT project

Penang CM denies delays to work on Mutiara Line LRT project

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  • The Mutiara Line LRT Project is on schedule despite delays in the Package 2 tender process.
  • Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed that Package 1's progress remains unaffected by this delay.
  • The public inspection for the project has attracted 23,000 visitors, with feedback being collected until May 2026.
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Ajiya plans to recycle Tanco disposal proceeds into other quoted shares

Ajiya plans to recycle Tanco disposal proceeds into other quoted shares

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  • Ajiya Bhd plans to use Tanco share sale proceeds.
  • 98% will fund new quoted investments.
  • The remaining 2% covers administrative costs.
Rehda names S P Setia’s Zaini Yusoff as new president for 2026–2028 term

Rehda names S P Setia’s Zaini Yusoff as new president for 2026–2028 term

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  • Datuk Zaini Yusoff is Rehda's new president for 2026-2028.
  • He replaces Datuk Ho Hon Sang, who is now Immediate Past President.
  • Zaini aims to continue Rehda's strategic work and engagement.
Madani govt boosts affordable homeownership, 50 RMR recipients benefit in Terengganu

Madani govt boosts affordable homeownership, 50 RMR recipients benefit in Terengganu

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  • Fifty recipients received housing aid in Kuala Terengganu and Kuala Nerus.
  • This RMR programme helps lower-income groups own safe, quality homes.
  • The government aims to build 6,545 RMR units nationwide by 2026.
KPKT approves 594 development projects in Chinese new villages, Indian villages

KPKT approves 594 development projects in Chinese new villages, Indian villages

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  • KPKT approved 573 Chinese new village and 21 Indian village projects, totalling RM73 mil this year.
  • For Chinese villages, 366 infrastructure projects were approved; of which 148 have been completed.
  • Indian villages received RM2 mil for 18 projects, with five already finished.
Deputy housing minister: 32,800 completed homes worth RM16.37b unsold as at 1Q; nearly half priced below RM300,000

Deputy housing minister: 32,800 completed homes worth RM16.37b unsold as at 1Q; nearly half priced below RM300,000

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  • Malaysia has 32,800 unsold homes worth RM16.37 bil in 1Q2026.
  • Nearly half of these homes are priced below RM300,000.
  • This indicates a significant mismatch between housing supply and demand across various segments.
LRT3 contractors face RM2.73m daily penalty for delays, deputy transport minister tells Dewan Rakyat

LRT3 contractors face RM2.73m daily penalty for delays, deputy transport minister tells Dewan Rakyat

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  • The LRT Shah Alam Line faces RM2.729 mil daily penalty for delays.
  • The LRT3 officially began passenger services on Monday, a day after its official launch on June 28.
  • Construction began in 2016 but was halted in 2018 for a review following a change in government.
Pavilion Damansara Heights New Phase hits milestone with Corporate Suites-Hotel Tower topping-out, 80% of office space sold

Pavilion Damansara Heights New Phase hits milestone with Corporate Suites-Hotel Tower topping-out, 80% of office space sold

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  • Pavilion Group topped out its 31-story Corporate Suites-Hotel Tower.
  • 80% of office space is already sold due to strong market interest.
  • This project sets the pace for two residential towers completing in 2029.
Gazetting 50 acres in Bandar Malaysia as Malay reserve land reflects political courage, wisdom — PM

Gazetting 50 acres in Bandar Malaysia as Malay reserve land reflects political courage, wisdom — PM

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  • The government gazetted 50 acres in Bandar Malaysia as Malay reserve land.
  • This safeguards Bumiputera interests and required political courage.
  • The land, valued highly, was government-owned, not taken from others.
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