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New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
KTMB adds extra ETS services for Merdeka, school holidays
KUALA LUMPUR: In conjunction with the upcoming Merdeka celebrations, Maulidur Rasul, Malaysia Day, and the second-term school holidays, Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) will introduce two additional KL Sentral–Padang Besar Electric Train Service (ETS) trips in both directions. The additional services will operate across selected dates: Aug 28 to Sept 1, Sept 5 to 7, and Sept 2 to 21. Tickets for these services will be available from 10am tomorrow (July 31). Operating over a period of 18 days, the services will offer 630 seats daily, including business class options, with a total of 11,340 seats available throughout the period. The additional Padang Besar–KL Sentral service (EP9283) will depart at 11.05am and arrive at 4.30pm, while the KL Sentral–Padang Besar service (EP9286) will depart at 5pm and arrive at 10.20pm. The initiative aims to accommodate increased demand during the festive and holiday seasons, while encouraging the use of public transport to ease traffic congestion, particularly for those returning to their hometowns. It is also in line with the prime minister's recent announcement of Sept 15 as an additional public holiday. "This initiative reflects KTMB's ongoing commitment to delivering reliable and comfortable services to meet passenger needs," KTMB said in a statement today. Members of the public are encouraged to plan their journeys and purchase tickets early to enjoy more affordable flexible fares and avoid last-minute bookings. Passengers are also advised to arrive at the station 30 minutes before departure to allow for necessary checks, as boarding gates will close five minutes prior to departure. Tickets may be purchased online via the KITS Style app, an upgraded, user-friendly digital platform offering enhanced features. Launched two weeks ago, the app is now available for download via the Play Store, App Store, and AppGallery. For further information, visit or contact the KTMB call centre at 03-9779 1200.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Negeri Sembilan urges replacing faded Jalur Gemilang flags for patriotism
SEREMBAN: Premises owners in Negeri Sembilan have been advised to replace faded or torn Jalur Gemilang and state flags promptly to uphold national dignity. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun emphasised the importance of respecting the national flag as a symbol of patriotism. 'If the flag is already worn out and crumpled, replace it with a new one... we must have a sense of respect and love for the country, don't fly a damaged flag,' he said after chairing the State Executive Council meeting at Wisma Negeri. Aminuddin encouraged residents to purchase their own flags for National Month instead of waiting for free distributions. He noted that displaying tattered flags diminishes the spirit of patriotism and spoils the city's appearance. The state will run the Fly the Jalur Gemilang programme from August 1 to September 16 in conjunction with National Month and Malaysia Day. Separately, Aminuddin urged telecommunication providers to address abandoned cables in maintenance zones to prevent public hazards. He highlighted cases of theft and exposed underground ducts posing risks, particularly to motorcyclists. 'When we lodge a report, they (the telcos) do not fix it immediately, so this matter needs to be reviewed,' he added, stressing the need for consistent monitoring by service providers. - Bernama
Barnama
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Preserve National Image, Replace Faded Or Torn Flags
SEREMBAN, July 30 (Bernama) -- Premises owners in Negeri Sembilan have been urged to promptly take down faded or torn Jalur Gemilang and state flags and replace them with new ones, says Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Aminuddin said that people from all walks of life in the state should show respect for the national flag and uphold the country's image by flying it as a sign of patriotism. 'If the flag is already worn out and crumpled, replace it with a new one... we must have a sense of respect and love for the country, don't fly a damaged flag. 'So in conjunction with National Month, all citizens in the state are encouraged to purchase their own flags and fly them... don't just wait for free flags,' he told reporters after chairing the State Executive Council meeting at Wisma Negeri here today. He was commenting on the actions of several premises owners in the city who were still displaying tattered and torn flags, which spoiled the view and did not reflect the spirit of patriotism. Aminuddin said that in conjunction with the National Month and Malaysia Day, the state government will hold the Fly the Jalur Gemilang programme from Aug 1 to Sept 16. In another development, Aminuddin said the State Government was urging all telecommunications service providers (telcos) to take immediate action on abandoned cables in their maintenance areas to prevent them from posing a danger to the public. He called on all telco companies to look into the matter and remove unused cables to avoid theft and other damage. 'For example, there are cases of underground cable theft, and then they leave the underground duct open, which can be dangerous to road users, especially motorcyclists.
The Sun
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
KTMB adds extra ETS trips for holiday season, ticket sales start July 31
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) will provide two additional Electric Train Service (ETS) trips on the KL Sentral–Padang Besar route and vice versa, in conjunction with the second-term school holidays and upcoming public holidays, including National Day, Maulidur Rasul and Malaysia Day. In a statement today, KTMB said the extra services will operate for 18 days across three periods: Aug 28–Sept 1, Sept 5–7 and Sept 12–21. Tickets will go on sale starting at 10 am tomorrow. 'These additional trains will offer 630 seats daily, including business class, for a total of 11,340 seats throughout the 18-day period,' KTMB said. The southbound train will leave Padang Besar at 11.05 am and reach KL Sentral by 4.30 pm, while the northbound ETS will depart KL Sentral at 5 pm and arrive in Padang Besar at 10.20 pm. KTMB said the initiative aims to meet increased travel demand during the holiday season and to encourage travellers returning to their hometowns to opt for public transport instead of private vehicles to avoid traffic congestion. 'This move aligns with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's announcement on July 24 of an additional public holiday on Sept 15. It also reflects KTMB's commitment to providing top-quality service for a more comfortable and seamless travel experience,' the statement read. KTMB urged travellers to plan ahead and purchase tickets early to enjoy more affordable, flexible fares and avoid last-minute rushes. Passengers are advised to arrive at stations at least 30 minutes before departure, as ticket gates will close five minutes prior to train departure, it said. Travellers can purchase tickets online via the newly enhanced KITS Style app, which offers a range of services in one platform and is available on the Play Store, App Store and AppGallery. For more information, visit or call KTMB's customer service at 03-9779 1200. - Bernama
The Star
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
KTMB adds ETS trips for holiday rush, sales start July 31
KUALA LUMPUR: Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) will provide two additional Electric Train Service (ETS) trips on the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and vice versa, in conjunction with the second-term school holidays and upcoming public holidays, including National Day, Maulidur Rasul and Malaysia Day. KTMB said the extra services would operate for 18 days across three periods: Aug 28-Sept 1, Sept 5-7 and Sept 12-21. Tickets will go on sale starting at 10am on Thursday (July 31). "These additional trains will offer 630 seats daily, including business class, for a total of 11,340 seats throughout the 18-day period,' KTMB said. The southbound train will leave Padang Besar at 11.05am and reach KL Sentral by 4.30pm, while the northbound ETS will depart KL Sentral at 5pm and arrive in Padang Besar at 10.20pm. KTMB said the initiative aims to meet increased travel demand during the holiday season and to encourage travellers returning to their hometowns to opt for public transport instead of private vehicles to avoid traffic congestion. "This move aligns with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's announcement on July 24 of an additional public holiday on Sept 15. It also reflects KTMB's commitment to providing top-quality service for a more comfortable and seamless travel experience,' the statement read. KTMB urged travellers to plan ahead and purchase tickets early to enjoy more affordable, flexible fares and avoid last-minute rushes. Passengers are advised to arrive at stations at least 30 minutes before departure, as ticket gates will close five minutes prior to train departure, it said. Travellers can purchase tickets online via the newly enhanced KITS Style app, which offers a range of services in one platform and is available on the Play Store, App Store and AppGallery. For more information, visit or call KTMB's customer service at 03-9779 1200.- Bernama
