City Hall denies its system hacked, with demand of RM236 mil ransom
Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif said DBKL's online service system had indeed experienced technical disruptions but there was no ransom demanded.
DBKL actively implements AI integration in smart city management
Digital Ministry: "The use of AI in major cities like Kuala Lumpur now plays an important role in accelerating the modernisation of urban infrastructure and services.
Smart construction key to cutting emissions, says Works Ministry
“In essence, smart construction, while leveraging technology and data to optimise resource use, reduce waste, and minimise environmental impact, will ultimately lead to more sustainable buildings and construction practices.
Johor introduces Rumah Prihatin Johor initiative for rural B40 group
State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said the initiative is specifically designed for B40 individuals who are not listed under the e-Kasih database but still require support to own affordable homes on their own land.
PPR, PA rent arrears reach RM70 mil, says KL mayor
Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said DBKL had taken several steps to deal with the arrears, such as cutting off water supply, issuing notices, holding financial advocacy programmes and offering tenants an instalment payment plan.
Govt considers new law to protect mixed, commercial property buyers
The proposed Real Property Development Act will cover mixed developments, including retail and commercial properties, the Ministry of Housing and Local Government said in a statement over the weekend.
Selangor sets precedent, waives penalties for unwitting purchase of bumi lots, but prevention still lacking
Civil proceedings should be commenced to recover the millions in waived penalties, as the developer had unfairly benefitted from the sale of these properties and had obtained “unlawful enrichment”.
UN-Habitat presidency: Urban renewal, affordable housing among top priorities—Nga
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said that urban renewal is not merely a ministry initiative, but a vital national agenda.
Putra Heights fire: Reconstruction of damaged homes expected to take two years, says Nga
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said that so far, the reconstruction and repair work on 219 affected homes had been carried out according to plan and within the set time frame.
Nga says 31 of 34 'sick' PR1MA projects completed as of April, rest to be ready by year end
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said any contractor or company, including company directors, who cause projects to fail without reasonable justification will be blacklisted and not allowed to participate in any projects under the KPKT and PR1MA.
