Malaysian actor Kamarool Yusoff, known as Cik Man, passed away at age 68 on Wednesday at Tanah Merah Hospital in Kelantan, Malaysia.

An 80-year-old woman was killed and four other individuals, including two drivers, were seriously injured in a collision between a Myvi and a Saga car near a school in Kota Bharu, Kelantan.

The Kelantan government demolished four illegal houses in Tanah Merah, reaffirming its zero-tolerance policy against state land encroachment.

A police station chief in Kelantan, Malaysia, has been remanded for seven days to assist in an investigation by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) regarding an alleged RM500 bribe.

The Kelantan state government announced it will intensify monitoring and inspection of food premises in response to viral concerns regarding halal compliance.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extended birthday wishes to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, urged Malaysians to reject extreme racism, and clarified that a new BMW was government property, not a personal purchase. He also affirmed fair federal aid to all states.

A labourer in Kelantan has been sentenced to four years in jail and fined RM6,000 for abducting a man over his brother's debt and stealing a Volkswagen Jetta.

The Royal Malaysian Customs Department seized over RM800,000 worth of untaxed white and keretek cigarettes in four raids conducted in Terengganu and Kelantan.

The Regent of Kelantan, Tengku Muhammad Fakhry Petra, met with Minister Fahmi to discuss issues including fake social media accounts and other current affairs.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, are closely monitoring over 13,000 Rohingya residents, with approximately 8,000 of them lacking UNHCR documentation.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, state that drones are proving more effective than traditional boat patrols in curbing smuggling activities along the Sungai Golok river.

The Malaysian government announced plans to block water and electricity services to illegal structures, a measure that will affect various unauthorized settlements including those inhabited by Rohingya migrants. This move comes as authorities note family networks are a key factor drawing migrants to Malaysia.

Eight Myanmar nationals, including two women, were arrested in a joint police and Perhilitan wildlife raid in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, where two babies were also found.

A researcher indicates that high costs and a lack of public awareness are significantly slowing the adoption of household solar energy in Kelantan, Malaysia, despite the region's potential.

The Kelantan Health Department has offered an explanation and launched a further investigation into a viral incident concerning a treatment delay at Tumpat Hospital.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have assured the public that security along the Malaysia-Thailand border remains robust. This assurance comes after a shooting incident occurred in Pattani, Thailand.

A brutal murder case in Kelantan, involving 61 stab wounds, has brought the issue of femicide into sharp focus in Malaysia.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have expressed concern over a 100% increase in murder cases during the first four months of 2026, attributing the rise to religious decay.

Kelantan police have remanded a married couple for seven and five days respectively to assist in the ongoing investigation into the murder of a disabled man in Bachok.

A teenager has been charged in Kota Bharu with the murder of a female college student who was found with 61 stab wounds in Kelantan, Malaysia.

MetMalaysia has issued a Level One heatwave alert for several areas across Malaysia, including parts of Kelantan, Pahang, and Sabah. Residents in these regions are advised to take precautions against the scorching temperatures.

A teen college student was murdered in Ketereh, prompting her college in Kota Bharu to offer support to her family and cooperate with the police investigation. Authorities believe jealous rage is the likely motive, with the victim's boyfriend and a friend remanded.

A man with schizophrenia in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, has been charged with the murder of his 83-year-old father. He has been sent for a mental assessment to determine his fitness to stand trial.

The Kelantan Deputy Chief Minister stated that the state had no role in organizing a motorcycle convoy to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (LTSIP), following public backlash.

A love scam syndicate, operating for about a month and allegedly targeting Singaporean men, has been busted in Kelantan, Malaysia, leading to the arrest of 58 suspects. The scammers used women posing as Indonesians to emotionally manipulate victims.

Police in Kuala Krai, Malaysia, have arrested a couple in Kampung Sungai Mas, Machang, on suspicion of abusing their 10-year-old nephew.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated the Madani Government's continued focus on uplifting the dignity and welfare of the people of Kelantan.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, announced that a 36-year-old man will face charges following a brawl in Wakaf Bharu that was captured in a viral social media clip, denying allegations of inaction.

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has ordered immediate government action following a fire that destroyed three school blocks in Kelantan, emphasizing student safety as a top priority. The incident prompts a rapid response to address the damage and ensure educational continuity.

The family of a 13-year-old girl who died in a school crash in Pengkalan Chepa, Kelantan, is still in shock and has left legal action to the authorities.

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Kelantan confirmed that security controls remain in place following a shooting incident that occurred outside its Machang campus.

Malaysia's Court of Appeal has reinstated a lawsuit by Puncak Gali Harmoni Sdn Bhd against Emrail over a RM145 million Kelantan rail project, ordering a fresh hearing for the case.

A man with multiple criminal records was injured after being shot by police officers who fired in self-defence during a machete attack at UiTM Machang, with an attempted murder probe now underway.

The General Operations Force (GOF) in Kelantan, Malaysia, has crippled a human smuggling syndicate, intercepting a seven-vehicle convoy and detaining 52 undocumented migrants.

Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke has condemned the 'sad and embarrassing' actions of 'mat rempit' (illegal racers) at Kelantan airport and ordered an enforcement blitz by the Road Transport Department.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in Kelantan, Malaysia, has busted a syndicate in Pasir Mas, seizing over 300kg of subsidised cooking oil.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have tightened border surveillance along Sungai Golok, advising Hari Raya travelers to use authorized ICQS checkpoints when crossing the Malaysia-Thailand border.

A 20km-long traffic jam has formed at the Pahang-Kelantan border, with police anticipating that congestion will worsen.

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A family of nine in Machang, Kelantan, has finally received their MyKad and birth certificates, which will grant them access to aid and education after years without identification documents.

A mermaid-themed sales gimmick has landed two drinks traders in hot water in Malaysia’s conservative east coast state of Kelantan, after religious authorities launched an investigation into a viral video that drew outrage during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. The 25-second clip, which shows one of the traders prancing about in front of their drinks stall dressed in a rainbow-coloured mermaid costume complete with a bikini top, triggered a wave of online condemnation. Widely described as...

The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) anticipates a greater risk of destructive blazes in the state due to the Super El Niño phenomenon.

Authorities in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, have uncovered a 'sympathy-selling' tactic used by three Thai women selling snacks near ATMs, with some reportedly earning up to RM300 daily.

A three-year-old child has been found dead and three others are missing after a boat capsized in the Baram river in Sarawak. Search and rescue operations are underway for the missing individuals.

A labourer in Kelantan, Malaysia, was fined RM3,000, placed on a good behaviour bond, and ordered to perform 36 hours of community service after a toddler was found with methamphetamine and benzodiazepines in their system.

The Kelantan government has given an assurance that every forest reserve area that has been degazetted will be replaced.

Kelantan Police have stated that they have not detected any involvement of the Rohingya community in serious crimes in the region.

Two Indonesian women died and four others were injured when an SUV they were traveling in crashed into a school surau in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan, Malaysia.

The Kelantan branch of Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Living Costs (KPDN) seized 1.36 tonnes of suspected diverted subsidised cooking oil.

Kelantan police report that petrol smuggling activities along the Malaysia-Thailand border, particularly in Kelantan, remain low and controlled, despite ongoing tensions in West Asia.

Two men were abducted in Kelantan, Malaysia, reportedly due to a relative's outstanding RM33,000 debt related to drug and migrant smuggling, prompting a police hunt for suspects.

Despite safety warnings, thousands of Malaysians continue to visit southern Thailand, drawn by the appeal of an 'overseas holiday,' according to the Kelantan police chief.

The Kelantan Department of Environment (DOE) has launched an investigation and monitoring operation following mass fish deaths in Sungai Padang Kijang.

Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud has assured victims of the Kampung Gok Kapor fire in Kota Bharu that they will receive aid and shelter. The assurance comes after a fire incident in the village.

The Kelantan Road Transport Department (JPJ) seized a luxury BMW 320i on suspicion of displaying fake road tax, uncovering five speeding summonses during the process.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for multiple states, including Kedah, Terengganu, Kelantan, Johor, Sarawak, and Sabah.

The Kelantan Health Department has issued 85 notices of offence for violations of Section 18, specifically for the failure to display no-smoking signs in designated areas.

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has proposed the construction of new telecom towers to enhance internet coverage in Felda Chiku 2, Kelantan.

Peatlands in Kelantan, Malaysia, are under increasing threat from open burning and land clearing, prompting warnings from the Fire Department about potential flash floods.

A mother in Kelantan has established a budding business creating flowers from stockings, showcasing entrepreneurial spirit and local craftsmanship.

A Malaysian court granted a one-week extension of remand for two teenage suspects involved in the murder of a college student in Ketereh. Police had sought the extension to continue their investigation into the case.

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Kelantan police will submit an investigation paper to the Deputy Public Prosecutor regarding Melor assemblyman Wan Rohimi Wan, following a statement taken over a viral video allegedly mocking officers.

A Kelantan representative boasted that a motorcycle convoy, held without police approval, used 'lorong tikus' (rat lanes) to evade police roadblocks, stating 'Serves them right'.

Malaysian police are tracing the serial number of an M16 rifle discovered during a raid in Kampung Miak, Gua Musang, Kelantan, as part of an investigation into suspected smuggling.

MetMalaysia has issued a Level 1 hot weather alert for ten areas across Perlis, Kedah, and Kelantan in northern Malaysia.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, arrested a woman and seized five firearms during a raid on a house, as part of an operation targeting illegal wildlife activities.

Authorities in Kelantan, Malaysia, arrested two individuals for attempting to smuggle cattle across the border, with each animal valued at RM70.

Following a directive from the Home Minister, the Kelantan border community is now utilizing the Rantau Panjang ICQS, prioritizing safety over previously used illegal crossings along Sg Golok.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, announced that a teacher will soon face court in connection with a crash that fatally struck a Form One student outside a school surau.

Kelantan police have confirmed the status of 34 primary and secondary school students who entered Malaysia by crossing the Sungai Golok river via an illegal route, stating they possess valid identification documents.

Rahaida Abdul Hamid, the renowned owner of Restoran Nasi Ulam Cikgu in Kampung Kraftangan, Kota Bharu, passed away at the age of 50 after collapsing during Isyak prayer.

Hotels and homestays in Kelantan, Malaysia, are increasingly turning to solar power to mitigate rising operating costs caused by a prolonged period of scorching weather.

A woman in Kelantan, Malaysia, was fined RM2,000 by the Magistrates’ Court after pleading guilty to storing pornographic videos on her phone.

The Malaysian Registrar of Societies (ROS) has stated that complaints of misconduct and abuse of power involving several organizations in Kelantan from 2017-2018 were investigated and subsequently closed in the same year.

Malaysia continues to experience a Level 1 heatwave in regions like Kelantan, prompting health warnings and safety advice for residents. Authorities are advising on how prolonged exposure can be detrimental to health, who is vulnerable, and what measures to take to stay safe, including urging childcare centers to keep children indoors.

Two friends in Kelantan, Malaysia, initially lost nearly 30,000 eels in their farming venture five years ago but have since transformed their failure into a successful business.

The son of an Astro Awani senior editor died in a road accident in Tanah Merah, with the Kelantan Road Transport Department (JPJ) now refuting viral allegations and denying its role in the fatal crash.

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The Road Transport Department (RTD) in Malaysia will use high-specification drones to monitor road users during the Aidilfitri period in Kelantan, while also launching a new auction system in Selangor.

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The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade successfully thwarted two separate cases involving weapons and drugs in Kelantan, confiscating items valued at RM43,740.

Kelantan police have reiterated their request for Thai authorities to provide evidence regarding suspects who allegedly fled to Malaysia following a shooting that killed five security personnel, amidst ongoing discussions about a border fence plan.

The General Operations Force in Kelantan, Malaysia, detained six men and seized 360 tonnes of iron ore and equipment worth RM2.98 million in a mining raid.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have introduced a new strategy requiring station chiefs to make daily drug arrests to strengthen the fight against drug abuse.

A Pakistani man in Kelantan was fined RM20,000 and had his Proton Gen-2 confiscated after he was caught giving a ride to four undocumented migrants.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have heightened security measures at facilities following graffiti threats and the discovery of a suspicious bag at a shooting range.

The Eighth Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) successfully dismantled a migrant smuggling operation in Kelantan. The operation resulted in the arrest of 10 foreign nationals.

Animal rights groups have criticized the use of elephants in a wedding procession in Kelantan, leading to the formation of a Perhilitan task force to investigate the incident.

The Kelantan police chief has issued a stern warning, identifying greed and the desire for quick profits as primary drivers behind individuals falling victim to quick money scams.

Police in Kelantan, Malaysia, have warned courier service companies that 'drop-off' deliveries are becoming a weapon of choice for traffickers, urging couriers to remain vigilant.

The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has pledged to deliver a full forensic report within 14 days regarding the Kampung Gok Kapur fire, despite the absence of CCTV footage in the area.

Kelantan has recorded the highest drug abuse rate in Malaysia for 2025, with border states continuing to be the most affected regions, according to the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK).

Despite common perception, leprosy continues to exist in Kelantan, with the state recording eight new cases last year.

Pahang police are investigating an alleged slapping incident involving a senator and the grandson of the late Kelantan menteri besar Nik Aziz at a program in Janda Baik, Malaysia.

Farmers in Kelantan are being urged to stop letting their cattle roam freely, as the practice is believed to be contributing to an increase in road accidents.

The General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade conducted four separate operations in Kelantan, Malaysia, leading to the discovery of drugs, undocumented migrants, and an illegal timber haul valued at RM1.1 million.

Four labourers have been charged in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia, with the murder and dumping of a disabled man's body by the roadside.

The Kelantan Social Welfare Department reports that teachers are facing increasing mental health challenges due to workload and social media pressures in the digital era.

Firefighters in Kelantan, Malaysia, have been overwhelmed by a significant increase in open burning incidents since early March, leading to a high diesel bill and stretched assets.

The Perak state government announced it will provide comprehensive assistance, including counselling services, to the family of a college student who was tragically killed in Kelantan. The state exco confirmed the government's commitment to supporting the grieving family.

Police in Kelantan have dismissed online allegations that the father of a teenage boy arrested in connection with a murder case comes from an influential police family.

The body of a woman with 61 stab wounds was discovered in a paddy field in Kampung Simah, Ketereh, prompting a police investigation in Kelantan, Malaysia.

Kelantan police have launched an investigation into a viral video depicting a man mocking officers at a roadblock. The probe was initiated after the footage circulated widely online, drawing public attention.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has criticized several Kelantan assemblymen for organizing an “irresponsible” Mat Motor convoy that passed through the Kota Bharu airport, subsequently ordering roadblocks.

A man suspected of fatally assaulting his father in Kota Bharu has been confirmed to have schizophrenia, according to Kelantan police.

An 18-year-old youth was arrested in Kampung Bunohan, Kelantan, for allegedly using his brother's vehicle to smuggle people.

A man sustained a chin injury after being shot during a suspected cattle theft encounter in Ladang Kemahang, Tanah Merah, Kelantan. The incident occurred early yesterday morning.

The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department in Malaysia has reported a significant increase in open burning incidents, with Bachok topping the list, as the region experiences high temperatures.

Thirty-four Malaysian students residing in Thailand were apprehended for using an illegal crossing along the Thai border to attend a school in Kelantan, Malaysia.

Malaysia's Ministry of Education has launched an internal investigation into compliance with standard operating procedures after a Form One student was killed in a crash at SMK Tanjong Mas.

The Department of Environment (DOE) in Kelantan, Malaysia, has booked 30 vehicles for various environmental offences during its "Ops Gerak" operation. This enforcement action aims to address environmental violations in the region.

A fifth suspect has been remanded for five days in connection with a bribery scandal in Kelantan involving police officers and the alleged solicitation of funds related to ketum.

A police corporal, currently suspended from duty, has pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court in Kota Bharu to charges of robbing a woman at a grocery shop. The incident occurred in Kelantan.

Four police personnel in Kelantan, Malaysia, have been remanded for five days in connection with a RM12,000 bribery case.

The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department reported 1,089 open burning cases in the Malaysian state since January 1, highlighting ongoing environmental concerns.

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The Kelantan Road Transport Department (JPJ) has denied viral allegations regarding its role in a fatal road accident in Tanah Merah that killed a journalist's son.

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The Kelantan government has simplified the process for verifying and registering marriages that were conducted in Thailand, aiming to streamline administrative procedures.

GUA MUSANG, March 6 — The Kelantan Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan) yesterday rescued and re...

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