News by Bernama

Contractors using the Industrialised Building System (IBS) in government and major projects are encouraged to produce components in situ or adjacent to the project site.

Residential property prices in Johor Bahru have surged in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025), driven by stronger investor confidence for high-end properties following the launch of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) strongly supports the introduction of a vacancy tax on residential properties that remain unoccupied for extended periods.

The first two sets of Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) trains and two electric locomotives (E-Loco) for the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project are expected to arrive by the end of this year, Malaysia Rail Link (MRL) said on Tuesday.

"We want to encourage the involvement of all NGOs, irrespective of background, in efforts to make the country more sustainable and prosperous for a greener future."

All PBTs are urged to closely monitor cleanliness levels in their respective areas, and ensure that concessionaires carry out solid waste collection efficiently and in accordance with the established schedule.

The East Coast Rail Line (ECRL)  project achieved an important milestone after the 16.39km Genting Tunnel was dug completely according to schedule.

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) has rebranded its Integrated Ticketing System (KITS) as the KITS Style SuperApp in an effort to establish a more efficient, safe, sustainable and competitive transport system that helps improve the people’s quality of life.

Following is the transcript of Bernama’s email interview with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour on the overnight policy rate (OPR).

The Panel of Experts (POE) must play an active role in strengthening national policies and enhancing the public service, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said.