
Pahang Suffers Over RM3 Million in Losses from Telecom Vandalism and Theft
Pahang, Malaysia, has recorded more than RM3 million in losses due to a high number of vandalism and theft cases targeting telecommunications infrastructure.
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Pahang, Malaysia, has recorded more than RM3 million in losses due to a high number of vandalism and theft cases targeting telecommunications infrastructure.

Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh leads the list of 52 recipients of Pahang state honours.

The Pahang government has revealed a land application fraud syndicate operating in the Bentong district. Authorities are urging the public to verify all state-owned land deals to prevent further fraud.

The project to restore and upgrade the railway track from Gemas, Negeri Sembilan to Mentakab, Pahang, has been completed at a cost of RM41.7 million, as announced by Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook.
A businessman and his personal assistant have been remanded for four days in Kuantan to assist investigations into the alleged misuse of the Pahang Crown Prince's identity.
Police in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia, arrested a couple believed to be East Coast drug couriers and seized various types of drugs estimated to be worth more than RM728,000.

The Pahang State Health Department has launched an investigation into allegations of diarrhoea and vomiting linked to the Janda Baik river, stepping up checks in the area.
The Pahang State Health Department in Malaysia announced it is moving medical staff from clinics to hospitals to fill gaps and address a shortage of medical officers across the state.

Malaysia's Finance Minister II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, met with the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, to discuss consistent federal aid and the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project for the state.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain expected this afternoon in specific areas of Selangor, Pahang, Terengganu, Johor, and Negeri Sembilan.
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.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — MetMalaysia has issued an urgent thunderstorm warning for parts of four states across penin...
Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that the practice of reading is crucial for shaping a more mature society, ahead of the Kuala Lumpur Book Fair launch.
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) has expressed gratitude and pledged full compliance with a decree issued by Tengku Hassanal regarding military activities within the state of Pahang.

Malaysia's Finance Minister II, Amir Hamzah Azizan, is scheduled to seek an audience with the Sultan of Pahang this week. The meeting will address concerns regarding federal allocations for the state.

A senior executive of a government agency in Pahang, Malaysia, has been remanded for seven days in connection with an alleged RM8,000 graft case.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced he would seek an explanation from Amir Hamzah regarding a government allocation made to the Tengku Mahkota of Pahang. Anwar emphasized that economic considerations must be taken into account in such matters.
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.

Singapore’s Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong is scheduled for a five-day visit to Pahang and Terengganu to strengthen Malaysia-Singapore ties.

A 65-year-old Malaysian man died in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, after suddenly collapsing before Friday prayers at Masjidil Haram. He was on a pilgrimage when the incident occurred.
The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, presented a donation to the family of the late soldier Muhammad Amirul Raziq.
Police have reclassified an assault case involving an Armed Forces corporal at the Bentong army camp as murder, following the death of one of the victims.

The search for the missing American pilot from a US fighter jet shot down by Iran continues into its second day, with the pilot rescued but the whereabouts of the weapons systems officer still unclear.

Pahang's royal court has issued a warning to the public to be wary of fake social media accounts impersonating the Pahang sultan.

Sultan Abdullah and members of the Pahang royal family joined approximately 20,000 people at the Aidilfitri open house hosted by Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk S. Wan Rosdy in Temerloh on March 22.
KUANTAN, March 20 — The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has advise...

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A 42-year-old man has been arrested and remanded until March 10 in connection with an armed robbery at a petrol station in Kerdau, Pahang, and is also linked to two other similar cases in Temerloh.

BACHOK, March 3 — The Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) student suspected of insulting and ste...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that allegations claiming the government had...

Police in Kuantan, Malaysia, have detained a student from Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) on suspicion of posting provocative content related to race, religion, and royalty (3R) on social media.

The Sultan of Pahang and Tengku Ampuan expressed their sorrow over the death of trooper K. Indiran and called for a thorough investigation into the incident.

The Pahang government has directed all relevant agencies to hold immediate discussions and take action regarding hazardous trees, following a deadly incident in Janda Baik.

Police in Kuantan, Pahang, confirmed that three motorcyclists were killed and two others injured in four separate RXZ-related motorcycle accidents across the state on July 31.

Berjaya Hills Resort Bhd and several land entities have lost their appeals in the Court of Appeal regarding retroactive quit rent charges imposed in Pahang, Malaysia.

The Pahang state government in Malaysia will request relevant agencies, including the Department of Orang Asli Development (Jakoa), to review solutions for a land dispute involving the Orang Asli community in Kampung Sungai Cot.

Operations at Rompin Hospital in Malaysia remain unaffected, and healthcare services continue normally, following a protest by non-concession workers whose salary issues have now been resolved, according to the Pahang Health Department.

The appellate court granted Malaysian citizenship to an abandoned Klang teen but rejected a Pahang woman's appeal, despite her having a Malaysian father and passport. This highlights the varying outcomes in citizenship cases.
Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah of Pahang expressed confidence that Tahfiz students have the potential to excel as future experts in artificial intelligence, medicine, and engineering.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, officially opened the first Islamic religious primary school in Cameron Highlands.

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has extended his condolences to the family of the late Pahang PKR leader Abas Awang, following his passing.

A man who was believed to have been swept away by strong currents while attempting to cross Sungai Pahang has been found drowned.

A fisherman is feared to have drowned in the Pahang river in Temerloh, Malaysia, after being swept away while attempting to swim across.
Seven people sustained injuries after two tour buses and an SUV collided in Pahang, Malaysia.

Malaysia's Pahang crown prince has instructed the Malaysian Armed Forces to seek consent from the Pahang Sultan before conducting military training in the state. The armed forces acknowledged the importance of strategic cooperation with state authorities and local communities.

The Pahang crown prince has decreed that the Malaysian Armed Forces and all relevant parties must seek the Pahang Sultan’s consent for any military drills conducted on the state's islands.

Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, the Sultan of Pahang, has expressed his desire for Kampung Bantal to become the state's first Royal Village, citing its special place in his family's heart.
The Pahang government has approved and is currently implementing 18 flood mitigation projects across the state, with a total value of RM3.18 billion, according to the Chief Minister.

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong visited the Malaysian states of Pahang and Terengganu, emphasizing the importance of understanding and maintaining contact to explore new economic opportunities and cooperation.

Singapore Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong commenced his official visit to Pahang, starting with a stop at a conservation centre.

Singapore's Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong is scheduled to visit the Malaysian states of Pahang and Terengganu from May 4 to 8. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation between the two nations.
Two women from Pahang, Malaysia, were defrauded of RM1.4 million by a phone scam syndicate between September 2024 and an unspecified date.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rain and strong winds expected across several states, including Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak, until 6 PM on April 11.
The first Madani Mart was launched in Pahang as part of wider efforts to manage the cost of living, drawing comparisons to the previous KR1M program.

Police in Pahang, Malaysia, have extended the remand of an army corporal suspected of assaulting seven soldiers in a camp, an incident that left one soldier in critical condition.
A student at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) has been expelled and is facing court charges for desecrating the Quran and making offensive posts on Threads.
A contractor in Pahang lost RM356,342 after making 16 fund transfers before realizing that a "marinasand" investment opportunity was a scam.
Pahang, Malaysia, recorded a total of 9,833 road accidents throughout 2025, with 108 of these cases resulting in fatalities, according to local police.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds expected to affect several states, with forecasts extending until 7 PM on March 12.

A traffic officer has been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on suspicion of accepting RM30,000 in bribes from lorry operators in Pahang.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for specific areas in Penang, Pahang, and Selangor, effective until 10 am on March 2nd.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has urged for firm yet just action to be taken against individuals who insult Islam.

Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah of Pahang stresses the importance of adhering to laws for the construction of houses of worship to maintain social harmony.
The Raub and Lipis divisions of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) in Pahang announced their dissolution, citing dissatisfaction with party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's leadership.

A technician has pleaded not guilty to reckless driving in connection with a crash in Pahang that resulted in the deaths of a doctor, his two-year-old daughter, and another motorist.

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Sultan of Pahang on his 67th birthday.

Pahang Sultan Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has expressed support for implementing community service as a suitable punishment for certain Syariah offenses.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he will raise the land dispute involving the...

The Pahang State Mufti Department and the Pahang Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council have reaffirmed the Sultan's decree that Friday prayers should continue to be held at mosques and surau, following a proposal for mall prayers.

Malaysian health departments responded to viral social media posts regarding hospital conditions, with the Sabah Health Department citing a familiar strain and overcrowding, while the Pahang Health Department denied claims about its Bentong Hospital haemodialysis unit.

The Pahang Department of Environment (DOE) reported that no hydrochloric acid contamination was detected in Sungai Cherating following a tanker spill, ensuring the safety of the river.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning for Johor, Pahang, and Sarawak, anticipating heavy rain and strong winds.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, officiated the launch of a gym for firefighters at the Indera Mahkota Station in Kuantan.
Pahang police in Malaysia are continuing their investigation into a student's claim of being slapped by a politician, with plans to record statements from several more witnesses.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain affecting Pahang, Johor, and Sabah.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, extended condolences and provided aid to the surviving children of a couple killed in a car crash in Pekan.

A boy was killed and 11 other individuals sustained injuries in a three-vehicle accident that occurred near Muadzam Shah, Pahang, as confirmed by the Johor Bahru Fire and Rescue Department.
MetMalaysia issued severe weather alerts for the Klang Valley, Johor, and East Malaysia, alongside thunderstorm warnings for parts of Penang, Kedah, Perak, Pahang, and Johor. These alerts indicate potential heavy rain and storms across various regions of the country.

The Pahang government in Malaysia has identified several forest areas, including 524 hectares in Bera, to be proposed and gazetted as new Permanent Forest Reserves.

Tengku Mahkota Pahang Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah is set to lead the Mahkota Borneo Expedition, which includes climbing Mount Kinabalu.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, granted an audience to Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his delegation.

Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail announced plans to meet with Taiping Zoo officials to discuss the welfare and fate of Malaysian elephants currently housed at Japan's Tennoji Zoo.
Malaysia's East Coast rail project is expected to bring significant economic benefits to Pahang, though questions regarding its overall impact and implementation remain.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain are forecast for the Malaysian states of Perak, Pahang, and Sarawak, according to The Star.

A Malaysian soldier has died following an alleged assault by a corporal at a camp in Pahang, leading to the case being reclassified as murder. Malaysia's Defence Minister Khaled Nordin has vowed firm action and justice.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has expanded its thunderstorm, heavy rain, and strong wind warnings to cover most Malaysian states across the peninsula, Sabah, and Sarawak, effective until 8 PM on April 5.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim addressed youths at a gathering in Pahang, stressing the importance of holistic education and preserving humanity amidst the advancements of artificial intelligence.

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, has called on the public to remain vigilant as the region experiences hot and dry weather conditions.
A 20km-long traffic jam has formed at the Pahang-Kelantan border, with police anticipating that congestion will worsen.
KUANTAN, March 18 — Pahang police have identified 36 accident-prone ‘black spots’ and 25 ‘hot sp...

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, urged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to obtain halal certification to boost market confidence and expand their reach.
A university student in Malaysia has pleaded not guilty to charges of desecrating the Quran and posting offensive content at the Sessions Court in Kuantan.

KUANTAN, March 1 — The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, wants all m...
Pahang PKR expressed profound grief and extended condolences and pledged aid to the two surviving children of a family of five who perished in a deadly fire in Raub.

KUANTAN, Feb 23 — The Pahang Palace has denied claims that the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatu...

A witness to the tragic incident where a family of five were killed in a house in Cherating Damai, Malaysia’s Pahang state, has said that he heard an argument before the alleged murders unfolded. Kuantan Assistant Commissioner Ashari Abu Samah said initial statements from the witness, who is the suspect’s youngest brother, indicated that he heard the incident at about 7am while he was in his bedroom. “When the witness came out of the room and looked towards the kitchen, he found his mother...