News by Bernama

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.

Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to lower the overnight policy rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75% is a prudent and proactive measure amid global economic uncertainties.

The Johor government, in collaboration with the federal government, will continue engaging with investors and companies in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) to implement more competitive minimum wages, including a target of RM4,000 for fresh graduates.

Permodalan Negeri Selangor Bhd (PNSB) on Tuesday signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with three strategic partners, comprising SD Guthrie Bhd (KL:SDG), IJM Corporation Bhd (KL:IJM) and Yayasan Selangor, to develop an edu-technology park and a food security hub on Carey Island, Kuala Langat.