Man detained after breaching Shah Alam Line tracks, halting train operations at Jalan Meru Station
Police arrested a man who illegally entered the Shah Alam Line tracks at Jalan Meru Station, triggering service disruptions for Rapid KL commuters.
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Hannah Yeoh Commends DBKL Cleanup Efforts, Calls on Malaysians to Embrace Civic Responsibility
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has commended DBKL workers for cleaning Dataran Merdeka following the FIFA World Cup screening event, while reminding Malaysians that maintaining public spaces is a shared civic responsibility.
DBKL Launches Urgent Investigation After Fatal Tree Collapse, Orders Citywide Safety Inspections
Following a fatal tree collapse, Kuala Lumpur City Hall has launched an urgent technical investigation and begun systematic inspections of mature and potentially hazardous trees throughout the capital's major thoroughfares.
DBKL and Arborists Launch Probe into Fatal Tree Collapse on Jalan Tun Razak
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated a comprehensive technical investigation into a tree collapse on Jalan Tun Razak that killed a man, partnering with the Malaysian Society of Arborist to assess structural and environmental factors.
Kuala Lumpur's New LaLaport Transportation Hub Ready to Transform Urban Mobility
Kuala Lumpur's new LaLaport Transportation Hub launched at Hang Tuah interchange aims to handle 10,000 passengers daily. The integrated terminal connects rail, buses, e-hailing services and offers 24-hour express service to Singapore.
Businesswoman Sofia Rini Buyong to Face Criminal Defamation Charge in KL Court
Businesswoman Sofia Rini Buyong is set to appear before the Kuala Lumpur magistrate's court tomorrow to face a criminal defamation charge stemming from an allegedly defamatory statement.
Immigration sweep yields 111 arrests at Jalan Kenanga wholesale centre
Immigration authorities arrested 111 undocumented migrants during a raid at Jalan Kenanga's wholesale clothing hub in Kuala Lumpur, marking another significant enforcement action targeting illegal employment.
Kuala Lumpur Family Seeks RM1.33 Million Damages Over ECRL Construction Impact
A Kuala Lumpur household has initiated a RM1.33 million legal claim against three organisations connected to the East Coast Rail Link project, contending that ongoing construction activities have jeopardised their residence's safety and structural stability.
Desa Tun Razak PPR Upgrade Complete as Federal Territories Ministry Pushes Housing Renewal
The Desa Tun Razak People's Housing Project has finished a RM9.6 million upgrade, becoming the 22nd of 61 PPR projects completed in Kuala Lumpur under a RM300 million government renewal programme.
Mercedes driver arrested after crashing through police roadblock on Sprint Expressway
Authorities have detained a 20-year-old driver after he crashed his white Mercedes through a police roadblock near the National Institute of Public Administration on the Sprint Expressway, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
NPE Issues RM54 Million Sustainability-Linked Sukuk for Highway Project, a Global First
North Port Engineering has raised RM54 million through a sustainability-linked sukuk to finance the construction of NPE2, a 6.4-kilometre elevated highway in Kuala Lumpur. The issuance marks the world's first sustainability-linked sukuk dedicated to a highway project.
Police Dismantle World Cup Betting Syndicate in Kuala Lumpur, Six South Koreans Arrested
Malaysian police conducted a major operation against an illegal betting syndicate operating from an office building in Kuala Lumpur's Brickfields area, resulting in the arrest of 11 individuals including six South Korean nationals during the World Cup period.
Government Launches RM1 Million Heritage Grants to Revitalise Downtown Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia's federal government has unveiled a RM1 million grants programme to preserve heritage and revitalise downtown Kuala Lumpur, offering between RM30,000 and RM100,000 per approved project.
Actress From Police Drama Released on Bail Following Drug-Related Raid in Kuala Lumpur
A Malaysian actress arrested during a police raid on an unlicensed entertainment outlet in Kuala Lumpur's Jalan Raja Chulan district has been released on bail. She allegedly tested positive for drugs during the operation.
CHGP to acquire prime Kuala Lumpur land for RM455 million
Malaysian property developer CHGP is investing RM455 million to acquire a strategically positioned freehold site in Kuala Lumpur's KLCC area, approved for mixed-use development with a plot ratio of 15.99.
Federal Territory Muslim Cemetery in Hulu Semenyih Planned Since 2005, Says Hannah Yeoh
The government has clarified that the Federal Territory Muslim Cemetery Development Project in Hulu Semenyih, planned since 2005, aims to address acute burial land shortages affecting Kuala Lumpur's Muslim community while easing local traffic congestion.
DBKL Pursues Land Acquisition to Unblock Taman Datuk Senu Access Road
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has initiated formal land acquisition procedures to resolve access issues on Jalan Taman Datuk Senu in Sentul, where a long-used public road was discovered to sit on private land.
Actress from Police Drama Detained in Entertainment Venue Raid, Tests Positive for Multiple Substances
Authorities arrested 14 people, including a television actress, at an unlicensed entertainment venue in Kuala Lumpur. The actress tested positive for three controlled substances during the operation.
Police Bust Illegal World Cup Betting Operation in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysian police have dismantled an illegal World Cup betting call centre operating from Taman Wahyu, Sentul, leading to the arrest of 34 individuals involved in running the unlicensed operation.
From Wasteland to Wellness: How Kuala Lumpur's Food Forest is Transforming Senior Living
A community food forest at 1Razak Mansion in Kuala Lumpur has transformed an abandoned plot into a thriving garden, offering physical activity, nutritional benefits, and crucial mental health support for the residential complex's largely senior population.
Sultan Selangor praises Anwar's role in delivering Shah Alam LRT3
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has commended Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for his commitment to finishing the Shah Alam LRT3 light rail transit line, a major infrastructure project serving the Selangor region.
Malaysia's Race Against Time: How Sunway Medical Centre Is Expanding Life-Saving Defibrillators Across Kuala Lumpur
Sunway Medical Centre Velocity is installing Automated External Defibrillators at high-traffic locations across Kuala Lumpur and conducting public training to combat Malaysia's critically low sudden cardiac arrest survival rates of 0.5 to 8.5 per cent.
Police Expand Character-Building Programme to Primary Schools Across Kuala Lumpur
The Royal Malaysia Police has extended its character-building and discipline programme to primary schools throughout Kuala Lumpur, building on proven success in secondary institutions where crime and disciplinary cases have declined significantly.
Cabinet Prioritises DBKL Governance Reforms Before Amending Capital Act
The Cabinet has instructed the Federal Territories Department to strengthen governance and accountability within DBKL before amending the Federal Capital Act 1960, following a four-month feasibility study.
Hannah Yeoh Hails S. Thiyagaraj's Appointment to Kuala Lumpur City Advisory Board
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has congratulated former prison officer S. Thiyagaraj on joining the Kuala Lumpur City Advisory Board, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen city governance.
Two Malaysian Students Die in Fiery DUKE Expressway Crash; One Survivor Rescued
A high-speed collision on Kuala Lumpur's DUKE expressway has claimed the lives of two Malaysian students after their BMW skidded into a road divider and ignited, leaving a third passenger with minor injuries.
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Myanmar national detained after brick attack on police vehicle near Jalan Hang Lekiu hotel
Police arrested a homeless Myanmar national in Kuala Lumpur after he allegedly threw bricks at a police vehicle near Jalan Hang Lekiu hotel, damaging the vehicle in the incident.
Foreign Homeless Man Detained After Damaging Police Vehicle in Kuala Lumpur
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur arrested a foreign homeless man accused of vandalising a police vehicle outside Hotel Kingston on Jalan Hang Lekiu on Wednesday evening using a brick.
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Man Dies After Alleged Jump from NPE Flyover During Police Pursuit; Two Arrests Made
A man has died after allegedly jumping from a North-South Expressway flyover while fleeing from police. The incident occurred during a vehicle pursuit, with two other individuals arrested at the scene.
Six Arrested in Perfume Investment Scam Bust at KL Eco City
Police have dismantled a perfume investment fraud operation, arresting six individuals during a raid at KL Eco City. The operation targeted unsuspecting investors seeking returns through luxury fragrance sales.
Kuala Lumpur's Cable Theft Crisis Eases as Police Intensify Crackdown
Kuala Lumpur police have achieved a notable reduction in cable theft incidents, recording 71 cases in the first five months of 2025 compared with 205 throughout the previous year. The improvement reflects intensified enforcement efforts.
Kedah Sultan Tours Restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Historic Kuala Lumpur Landmark Visit
The Sultan of Kedah visited the restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, touring galleries documenting the capital's development. The heritage landmark has welcomed 200,000 visitors since opening in February.
Police arrests 1,156 in World Cup gambling crackdown
Malaysian police have intensified enforcement against illegal gambling operations capitalising on World Cup 2026 fever, resulting in over 1,100 arrests and hundreds of raids across the capital.
Masjid Warisan Project At TRX To Move Forward, Zulkifli Confirms
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister has confirmed that the Masjid Warisan project opposite Tun Razak Exchange will proceed despite calls from certain quarters to halt it, emphasizing mosques as social harmony centres.
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Over 300 Young Worshippers Combine Qiyamullail Prayers with World Cup Viewing at Kuala Lumpur Mosque
Over 300 young worshippers gathered at a Kuala Lumpur mosque for dawn prayers before watching a 2026 World Cup match, part of an initiative integrating spiritual activities with youth interests in football.
Woman and Associate Held in Connection with RM18,000 Staged Kidnapping Scheme
Police have detained a woman and her accomplice for two weeks as part of an investigation into an alleged kidnapping hoax designed to extract RM18,000 from family members.
Police Conduct Large-Scale Midnight Raid in Pudu, Detaining 186 Undocumented Migrants
Authorities arrested 186 individuals during a coordinated midnight operation in Kuala Lumpur's Pudu district, with detainees suspected of visa violations and lacking valid travel documents.
Woman Held in Custody After Police Question Kidnapping Account
Police have detained a woman in her 20s following an investigation into a claimed kidnapping. Bukit Aman's Criminal Investigation Department chief cited significant discrepancies in her account as grounds for the arrest.
DBKL Commits RM200 Million to Modernise 287 Hawker Sites Under Lestari Niaga Initiative
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has unveiled a RM200 million overhaul of 287 hawker sites, expected to benefit over 11,000 traders. The Lestari Niaga initiative includes monthly assistance and modern kiosks for affected traders.
Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis Opens for Friday Prayers Starting Tomorrow
A new temporary prayer facility opens at Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis for Friday prayers, addressing the religious needs of Muslim workers and visitors in the busy commercial district.
Suspect Arrested After Alleged Assault and Fake Gun Threat at Cheras Eatery
Kuala Lumpur police have detained a man suspected of assaulting a diner and threatening him with an object resembling a firearm at a Cheras eatery in Desa Sri Puteri.
Former Tenant Arrested Over Bukit Jalil Guardhouse Vandalism Incident
Kuala Lumpur police have arrested a 38-year-old former tenant accused of vandalising a guardhouse at a Bukit Jalil residential complex. The incident arose from a conflict between the suspect and the property management.
Police bust major drug operation in Segambut, arrest suspect with RM1.7mil stash
Kuala Lumpur police conducted a successful raid in Segambut, arresting one suspect and seizing drugs worth more than RM1.7 million, signalling intensified efforts against narcotics trafficking in the capital.
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Bukit Kiara Longhouse Resolution Signals Govt's Resolve on People's Problems — Ramanan
The government's resolution of the Bukit Kiara Longhouse residents' issue demonstrates its commitment to tackling pressing problems, according to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan, following the Prime Minister's groundbreaking ceremony announcement.