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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Sanusi: Kedah water tariff hike to stay below 5 sen
ALOR STAR: The proposed water tariff revision submitted to the federal government will not burden consumers, with the increase expected to remain below five sen per cubic metre, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor. Sanusi said the application was formally submitted by Syarikat Air Darul Aman (Sada) in line with the mechanism set by the National Water Services Commission. "I'm not sure of the exact figure, but I believe it will be no more than five sen. Even the minimum rate may see only a slight increase," he said at a press conference after launching the logo for the 7th Kedah Darul Aman Sports Games at Wisma Darul Aman here today. "The last tariff hike was over a decade ago, around 2011 or 2012. Let's wait for the approval." Sanusi said over 60 per cent of Sada's operating costs are tied to electricity bills, which amount to RM128 million a year. He added that the situation was not unique to Kedah, as most water operators nationwide were struggling with rising treatment and maintenance costs. "The largest share of Sada's operational cost is electricity, followed by staff salaries, treatment chemicals and infrastructure maintenance. "If electricity tariffs increase while water tariffs remain stagnant, operators will be under financial pressure. Sada alone pays RM128 million a year just for electricity. That's 60 per cent of its operating cost. So when electricity rates rise every year, but water tariffs stay the same, operators are squeezed." He also touched on the regulatory framework under the Water Services Industry Act 2006, which transferred state water supply assets to Pengurusan Aset Air Bhd (PAAB) as part of efforts to restructure water-related debt. "Kedah previously had RM2.3 billion in water-related debt. Under the Water Services Industry Act, all assets were transferred to PAAB, and the state government now pays lease charges, which count as debt repayments. The state must also fully own its water operator." Sanusi dismissed claims that the state government planned to relinquish control of Sada, saying such a move would be legally impossible under the act.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- The Sun
Mohd Zaini appointed acting Selangor police chief in Shah Alam
SHAH ALAM: Selangor deputy police chief Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan has been named the acting state police chief, effective tomorrow. He replaces Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who will begin his new role as director of Bukit Aman's Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) on July 21. The handover ceremony was held at Dewan D'Cerana, Selangor contingent police headquarters (IPK), with Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Management Department director Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid in attendance. In his farewell speech, Hussein thanked PDRM leadership for their trust during his tenure, citing key successes such as a 12 per cent drop in the crime index last year and major drug busts worth hundreds of millions. 'Between 2023 and 2024, Selangor police confiscated over 10 tonnes of narcotics valued at RM300 million, preventing distribution to more than 21 million potential users,' he said. Hussein also noted that arrests in Selangor surged from 22,000 in 2023 to 40,000 in 2024. Commercial crime investigations saw 7,115 cases opened in 2023, with losses at RM510 million, rising to 7,731 cases and RM680 million in losses in 2024. Traffic enforcement issued 1.06 million summonses in 2023, collecting RM135.7 million, while 2024 saw 1.13 million summonses, generating RM128 million. 'These results reflect the hard work and unity of all officers and personnel,' Hussein added. - Bernama
Sinar Daily
18-07-2025
- Sinar Daily
Mohd Zaini appointed acting Selangor Police Chief
He succeeds Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who will assume his new role as director of the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) on July 21. 18 Jul 2025 04:12pm Mohd Zaini succeeds Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who will assume his new role as director of the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) on July 21. - Bernama photo SHAH ALAM - Selangor deputy police chief Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan has been appointed as the acting state police chief, effective tomorrow. He succeeds Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who will assume his new role as director of the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) on July 21. The handover-of-duties ceremony took place at the Dewan D'Cerana, Selangor contingent police headquarters (IPK), and was witnessed by police Management Department director, Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid. In his speech, Hussein expressed gratitude to the police leadership for their trust and support during his two years and five months at the helm, highlighting key achievements, such as a 12 per cent reduction in the crime index last year and the successful foiling of major drug smuggling attempts, involving seizures worth hundreds of millions of ringgit. He said that, between 2023 and 2024, Selangor police seized over 10 tonnes of drugs, worth RM300 million, a move which prevented the narcotics from reaching more than 21 million potential users. "The Selangor contingent recorded 22,000 arrests in 2023, a figure which rose to 40,000 in 2024. Meanwhile, the state Commercial Crime Investigation Department opened investigation papers on 7,115 cases in 2023, involving losses of RM510 million, compared with 7,731 cases in 2024, with losses amounting to RM680 million,' he said. Hussein added that traffic enforcement issued 1.06 million summonses in 2023, generating RM135.7 million in collections, while in 2024, 1.13 million summonses were issued, with collections totalling RM128 million. He said that these achievements reflect the unwavering dedication and teamwork of every officer, personnel, and civil servant, who formed the backbone of the force's success. - BERNAMA
Barnama
18-07-2025
- Barnama
Mohd Zaini Appointed Acting Selangor Police Chief
SHAH ALAM, July 18 (Bernama) -- Selangor deputy police chief Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan has been appointed as the acting state police chief, effective tomorrow. He succeeds Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, who will assume his new role as director of the Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) on July 21. The handover-of-duties ceremony took place at the Dewan D'Cerana, Selangor contingent police headquarters (IPK), and was witnessed by Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Management Department director, Datuk Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid. In his speech, Hussein expressed gratitude to the PDRM leadership for their trust and support during his two years and five months at the helm, highlighting key achievements, such as a 12 per cent reduction in the crime index last year and the successful foiling of major drug smuggling attempts, involving seizures worth hundreds of millions of ringgit. He said that, between 2023 and 2024, Selangor police seized over 10 tonnes of drugs, worth RM300 million, a move which prevented the narcotics from reaching more than 21 million potential users. 'The Selangor contingent recorded 22,000 arrests in 2023, a figure which rose to 40,000 in 2024. Meanwhile, the state Commercial Crime Investigation Department opened investigation papers on 7,115 cases in 2023, involving losses of RM510 million, compared with 7,731 cases in 2024, with losses amounting to RM680 million,' he said. Hussein added that traffic enforcement issued 1.06 million summonses in 2023, generating RM135.7 million in collections, while in 2024, 1.13 million summonses were issued, with collections totalling RM128 million. He said that these achievements reflect the unwavering dedication and teamwork of every officer, personnel, and civil servant, who formed the backbone of the force's success. -- BERNAMA
Daily Express
29-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Express
Hearse gift for Kukusan Muslim community
Published on: Sunday, June 29, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 29, 2025 By: Lagatah Toyos Text Size: The handing over ceremony. TAWAU: The first contribution of a hearse for the Kukusan state constituency to Masjid Nurul Taqwa, Kg Jawa Lanut, here, is expected to benefit around 20,000 residents in the Mukim Sentosa area. This contribution was made through the initiative of the DUN Kukusan office, which received an allocation of RM128,000 from the State Government to finance the purchase of the vehicle. Kukusan Assemblywoman Datuk Rina Jainal expressed her deep appreciation for the government's concern in approving the allocation for the purchase of the first hearse van for her constituency. Subscribe or LOG IN to access this article. Support Independant Journalism Subscribe to Daily Express Malaysia Access to DE E-Paper Access to DE E-Paper Exclusive News Exclusive News Invites to special events Invites to special events Giveaways & Rewards 1-Year Most Popular (Income Tax Deductible) Explore Plans Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
