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A Sessions Court in Pasir Mas has fined a Malaysian man RM10,000 for providing shelter to two undocumented Myanmar migrants, underscoring authorities' commitment to tackling unauthorised immigration.
Authorities in Kelantan have arrested a 55-year-old man and seized 52 durian saplings suspected of being smuggled from Thailand in an operation near Tumpat.
Kelantan Chief Minister Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud has praised the Barisan Nasional-Perikatan Nasional coalition victory in Negri Sembilan, highlighting how prioritising unity over personal interests strengthens political movements.
Police in Gua Musang arrested a 17-year-old motorcyclist for dangerous riding during a crackdown on street racing activities in the early hours of the operation.
Authorities arrested a Thai national at an unauthorised landing point in Kelantan yesterday, seizing petai and pomelos valued at approximately RM8,000 in what investigators believe was part of an organised smuggling operation.
A Pasir Mas man has been charged at Sessions Court with five counts of sexual assault against a 17-year-old female colleague at a Tumpat fast-food restaurant, raising fresh concerns about workplace safety in the food service industry.
A madrasah principal has faced court charges in Kelantan for allegedly sexually assaulting three minors over a span of approximately one year, raising fresh concerns about safeguarding in religious educational institutions.
Kelantan social welfare officials have detained three Thai women accused of using a deceptive 'sympathy-selling' tactic to solicit donations at automated teller machine locations in Kota Bharu, with reports suggesting daily earnings of up to RM300.
A burst 600mm raw water pipe in Sungai Bagan has crippled Kelantan's Merbau Chondong Water Treatment Plant, leaving 34,000 households across four districts without supply for up to 36 hours while repairs proceed.
Police in Kota Bharu have arrested two express bus drivers suspected of drug trafficking after methamphetamine was discovered concealed in bus seats during an operation.
Authorities have arrested two express bus drivers following the discovery of methamphetamine concealed beneath a vehicle seat during a routine operation at a highway rest facility in Kelantan.
Six men have been arrested after authorities discovered an illegal mining operation in Kuala Krai's Kuala Nal area. Equipment and machinery valued at RM2.98 million were confiscated during the enforcement action.
Jeli Kelantan Polytechnic has unveiled the first solar-powered buggy cars in Kelantan, developed by engineering students as part of a green energy initiative costing nearly RM300,000.
Authorities arrested a 19-year-old Thai national and his 14-year-old Malaysian sister at Rantau Panjang after they attempted to cross the border through an unregistered jetty, prompting fresh concerns over porous maritime security.
Kelantan's Department of National Unity and National Integration is leveraging artificial intelligence to strengthen early childhood education, with educators developing AI-powered teaching materials through a state-level competition.
Ten undocumented migrants, including three women, were charged in Pasir Mas Sessions Court for violating immigration laws through overstaying and illegal entry into Malaysia.
Three occupants of a chicken-laden lorry were killed when their vehicle struck a stationary trailer on Kelantan's East-West Highway in the early hours of July 21.
A police station chief in Kelantan has been remanded for seven days as anti-corruption authorities investigate claims he received a RM500 bribe. The MACC probe represents ongoing scrutiny of alleged misconduct within law enforcement.
A Pasir Mas woman has been handed a RM5,000 fine by the Sessions Court for permitting an undocumented migrant to reside at her sundry shop without proper documentation.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission detained a Kelantan police station chief on allegations involving a bribery case worth approximately RM1,000, marking another high-profile corruption case within law enforcement.
Border authorities arrested a 20-year-old man at an illegal jetty in Rantau Panjang after intercepting 350kg of smuggled durians and a vehicle valued at over RM50,000.
Kelantan authorities have initiated a comprehensive investigation into a substantial illegal gold mining enterprise operating in the Gua Musang district, following the confiscation of heavy extraction equipment valued at RM4.2 million.
Kelantan's state government will increase monitoring of food premises over halal compliance concerns triggered by recent social media allegations, with authorities conducting preliminary investigations before taking action.
Malaysia's federal government has greenlit 46 projects totalling RM207 million for Pasir Puteh, aimed at maximising economic opportunities from the East Coast Rail Link corridor and accelerating regional growth.
Authorities in Kelantan have arrested a 35-year-old tow truck agent following the discovery of 6,000 yaba pills valued at approximately RM60,000 concealed in a vehicle near Wakaf Bharu.
A Kelantan court has imposed substantial financial penalties on 19 undocumented migrants convicted of immigration offences, marking the continuation of stricter enforcement efforts against illegal residence.
A 26-year-old labourer in Machang has been sentenced to pay RM6,500 after admitting to insulting and physically assaulting a policeman during an enforcement raid, following a guilty plea to obstructing a civil servant.
Two men face drug-related charges after police discovered 2,000 yaba pills valued at RM20,000 during a raid at a food court in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan yesterday.
Kelantan authorities have apprehended a 29-year-old man and confiscated 400,000 contraband cigarettes worth RM813,000 following a high-speed pursuit in Kampung Pulau Panjang, Kota Baru.
Authorities in Tanah Merah have arrested two elderly women suspected of smuggling assorted plant seedlings across the Thailand-Malaysia border using an illegal water crossing.
Enforcement officials in Kelantan have arrested two men after intercepting a shipment of eight protected macaws estimated to be worth RM400,000. The seizure highlights ongoing wildlife trafficking concerns in the region.
The Kelantan Arts Festival 2026, held in Pasir Puteh from July 1-4, brought together diverse performers and communities to celebrate the state's rich cultural heritage while strengthening national unity through interactive programmes and traditional arts.
The Majlis Amanah Rakyat has intervened to help a 19-year-old Kelantan student pursue his medical degree at Al-Azhar University in Egypt, offering sponsorship after the orphan nearly rejected the place due to RM100,000 costs.
The Syariah Lower Court in Kota Baru has postponed the trial of 14 men facing charges related to cross-dressing at a residential unit on Jalan Mahmood. The adjournment signals ongoing procedural complexities in the case.
Twelve undocumented migrants, including three women, faced charges in a Kelantan court for illegal entry, overstaying, and improper use of travel documentation, highlighting ongoing immigration enforcement efforts.
Malaysia's centuries-old Kain Lima textile craft is vanishing as fewer weavers practise the intricate technique. Once worn by royalty, these hand-woven fabrics now command premium prices as cultural institutions scramble to preserve the heritage.
Malaysia's government has committed RM10 million this year to the Special Fishermen Housing Project, repairing 344 homes and constructing 36 new units nationwide while pushing fishermen toward aquaculture to counter declining marine resources.
The Social Security Organisation has disbursed nearly RM3.5 million in various benefits to Kelantan workers and their families during the first six months of 2024, with temporary disablement payments comprising the bulk of payouts.
Malaysia's General Operations Force has dismantled a smuggling operation in Kelantan, arresting 13 undocumented Myanmar migrants and revealing how criminal networks are adapting tactics by moving people in small groups to avoid security checkpoints.