Consider This: Penang LRT (Part 2) — Should Trackless Trams Be On the Table?
Penang’s LRT system, The Mutiara Line, recently received Cabinet approval for construction to commence, expected to break ground in the fourth quarter of this year. However, not everyone is convinced that an LRT system is Penang’s best option. Some advocate for a trackless tram system, an Autonomous Rapid Transit, or ART. What would best serve Penang’s transportation needs? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Zairil Khir Johari, Penang State Government Exco Member for Infrastructure, Transport & Digital.
Thu May 30 2024
![“Aidilfitri MADANI 2024” celebration in seven states beginning tomorrow in Johor “Aidilfitri MADANI 2024” celebration in seven states beginning tomorrow in Johor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713332201_MajlisSambutanAidi.jpg)
“Aidilfitri MADANI 2024” celebration in seven states beginning tomorrow in Johor
The celebration involves a collaboration between the state government as the host and the lead ministry acting as a joint implementer.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![Selangor share data from Selangkah with PADU Selangor share data from Selangkah with PADU](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712119790_MOU.jpg)
Selangor share data from Selangkah with PADU
According to Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, the data will include information about the recipients of state government aid programmes.
Wed Apr 03 2024
![Federal Gov't takes over Penang LRT Mutiara Line project from State Gov't - Loke Federal Gov't takes over Penang LRT Mutiara Line project from State Gov't - Loke](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71711705078_TBanthonylokej.jpg)
Federal Gov't takes over Penang LRT Mutiara Line project from State Gov't - Loke
The federal government has officially taken over the Penang Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line project from the state government, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Fri Mar 29 2024
![States have right to implement free higher education policy - Zambry States have right to implement free higher education policy - Zambry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61709629218_TBZambryAbdKadir.jpg)
States have right to implement free higher education policy - Zambry
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said the policy could be implemented according to the capabilities of the respective state government.
Tue Mar 05 2024
![Air Selangor to start repaying RM248.7 Mln State Govt loan in 2031 - MB Air Selangor to start repaying RM248.7 Mln State Govt loan in 2031 - MB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51709191759_TBDATUKSERIAMIRU.jpg)
Air Selangor to start repaying RM248.7 Mln State Govt loan in 2031 - MB
The Selangor State Legislative Assembly sitting was told today that Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Selangor Air) is scheduled to begin repaying a loan of RM248.7 million to the state government
Thu Feb 29 2024
![Sarawak declares two days of mourning Sarawak declares two days of mourning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81708483640_TBjenazahabdulta.jpg)
Sarawak declares two days of mourning
The state government said that flags would be flown at half-mast throughout Sarawak, and any entertainment events would be postponed.
Wed Feb 21 2024
![Attacks in Nigeria's Plateau state leave at least 30 dead Attacks in Nigeria's Plateau state leave at least 30 dead](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41706241907_TBSmokerisesjpg.jpg)
Attacks in Nigeria's Plateau state leave at least 30 dead
There's been series of attacks around Mangu town, despite a curfew imposed by the state government.
Fri Jan 26 2024
![Environmental sustainability must be made priority, not compromised - King Environmental sustainability must be made priority, not compromised - King](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81705567695_Agong.jpg)
Environmental sustainability must be made priority, not compromised - King
His Majesty said the state government should continue to preserve environmental treasures so that they will last for generations to come.
Thu Jan 18 2024
![Federal-State Govts cooperation vital in dealing with floods - Anwar Federal-State Govts cooperation vital in dealing with floods - Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41703817807_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Federal-State Govts cooperation vital in dealing with floods - Anwar
The cooperation between the federal and state governments is vital in dealing with flood crises, including in Kelantan, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Dec 29 2023
![Terengganu to issue special permit for scuba diving at Pulau Kapas shipwreck Terengganu to issue special permit for scuba diving at Pulau Kapas shipwreck](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/61598965134_PulauKapasTerengg.jpg)
Terengganu to issue special permit for scuba diving at Pulau Kapas shipwreck
The Terengganu state government plans to introduce a special permit for scuba divers at the shipwreck location of Pulau Kapas.
Mon Oct 23 2023
![Don't think about who will be the MB - Ahmad Said Don't think about who will be the MB - Ahmad Said](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/71686000844_AhmadSaid.jpg)
Don't think about who will be the MB - Ahmad Said
No one has been nominated for the post of Menteri Besar should BN succeed in forming the next state government, said Datuk Seri Ahmad Said.
Thu Jul 27 2023
![No signature of elected rep needed in education scholarship application form No signature of elected rep needed in education scholarship application form](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51683795844_KerajaanPahang.jpg)
No signature of elected rep needed in education scholarship application form
The requirement to obtain the signature of an elected representative on the state government's scholarship and education Loan Application Form through Yayasan Pahang (YP) has been abolished starting t
Thu May 11 2023
![Support, cooperation from all state governments vital to strengthen Unity Government - Zahid Support, cooperation from all state governments vital to strengthen Unity Government - Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61683179597_selenggaraIPMA.jpg)
Support, cooperation from all state governments vital to strengthen Unity Government - Zahid
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the current Unity Government has a bigger agenda in moving forward and to develop the country.
Thu May 04 2023
![Federal govt, improves aid, support to state governments this year - PM Anwar Federal govt, improves aid, support to state governments this year - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681799534_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Federal govt, improves aid, support to state governments this year - PM Anwar
Tahap is an aid programme for states based on the development level of the economy, infrastructure, and wellbeing.
Tue Apr 18 2023