He said that the train operations at the affected stations will begin at 9am, instead of 6am, to allow comprehensive testing of the new signalling system before its full implementation. KUALA LUMPUR (July 29): Upgrading works on the LRT Kelana Jaya Line signalling system are expected to affect more than 27,000 train commuters, according to…
Read MoreBy Datuk Chang Kim Loong Continuing the article entitled Selangor Sets a Precedent with Bumi Lot Penalty Waiver, this Part 2 article discusses what should be an appropriate amount to be paid. In a letter dated Jan 27, 2025 from the Selangor Property and Housing Board (LPHS) to the land proprietor’s liquidator, it was stated that…
Read MoreA responsible government should ensure its citizens have a roof over their heads. Recognising this, the government has implemented several policies to assist the rakyat in acquiring homes, one of which is the Bumiputra Housing Policy. Introduced as part of the New Economic Policy in the 1970s, this policy aimed to reduce the income disparity…
Read MoreNo change to construction sector SST revenue threshold of RM1.5m, says Ahmad Maslan Deputy Minister of Works Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan told the Dewan Rakyat that the RM1.5 million threshold is appropriate, and small-scale contractors with project values below this threshold will not be impacted by the tax. KUALA LUMPUR (July 28): The government will…
Read MoreBy Joseph Wong For generations, Malaysians have lived by an unwavering belief: Buy property. It never depreciates. This axiom has been deeply ingrained, marketed as an infallible shield against inflation, a tangible emblem of success and a steadfast repository of wealth consistently outpacing market volatility. Yet, in the current economic landscape, this long-held conviction is…
Read MoreWan Azizah: Infrastructure, congestion in Bandar Tun Razak important issues in 13MP Member of Parliament for Bandar Tun Razak, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said the results of the public engagement session for the 13MP held on Friday, also highlighted the lack of recreational parks around the area. KUALA LUMPUR (July 25): Various…
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR (July 25): Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd is the first bank in Malaysia to introduce a Step-Up Profit Rate (Super) package under the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme (SJKP), a government-backed initiative aimed at expanding affordable homeownership among underserved communities. Through the SMART Mortgage SJKP Super, Bank Muamalat is providing a more inclusive and flexible…
Read MoreWith a net lettable area (NLA) of 240,000 sq ft, the KLGCC Mall is part of an integrated development that includes Menara KLGCC and Senada Residences. KUALA LUMPUR (July 25): Sime Darby Property Bhd (KL:SIMEPROP) (SDP) has reported 85% committed occupancy for the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC) Mall (pictured) as of July…
Read MoreArchidex, Arec estimated to generate RM2b in business and investment opportunities Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof: “Asean is transforming into a resilient and competitive single market—where resources, capabilities and varying stages of development are seen as shared assets. This regional integration is accelerating infrastructure development, particularly in the property and real estate sectors,…
Read MoreFadillah (centre) officially launching AREC and ARCHIDEX 2025 with Nga (third from left), Adrianta (left), Lim (right) and other officials at KLCC. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has called for Asean countries to strengthen their regional collaboration to tackle the housing trilemma: Affordability, accessibility and sustainability….
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