fbpx
Connect with us

News

84 M’sian Eateries Investigated For Charging More Than RM1 For A Glass of Ais Kosong

Published

Picture 1 12
Source: FMT & NST

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) has so far issued 84 notices to investigate traders who have been selling plain water for more than RM1 a glass.

As reported by Berita HarianDeputy Minister of KPDNHEP, Datuk Rosol Wahid asserted that Kelantan recorded the highest number of cases with 14 notices being issued. Here is the breakdown for amount of notices issued according to states:

  • Selangor – 12 notices.
  • Sabah – 8 notices.
  • Sarawak – 8 notices.
  • Johor – 8 notices.
  • Pahang – 7 notices.
  • Terengganu – 6 notices.

Kedah and Putrajaya were the only states or regions where no notices were recorded on the matter. Rosol further elaborated,

The operation was carried out on luxury, regular, fast food restaurants, franchises and eateries as well as stalls for nine days starting April 7 following complaints received about the expensive price of plain water charged by traders.”

 

1 Wob 001 2


“KPDNHEP enforcers will continue this operation with five days to ensure consumer rights are uphold.”

It has also been revealed that the price of plain should not be more than 30 cents, but there are some shops out there that charge more than RM1. For consumers, this is the time to exercise your rights!

If you detect any cafes or restaurants that charge an unbelievable price for plain water, please make a report to the authorities.

Also read: Car-to-Car Sellers In Taiping Issued Summons After Multiple Warnings From Authorities

Screenshot 2021 04 11 At 2.33.22 Pm

Source: Maskulin

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Feat Image Jellyfish Sabah Feat Image Jellyfish Sabah
News4 hours ago

Water Turns Red at Sabah Beach as Tens of Thousands of Jellyfish Wash Ashore in Strange Phenomenon

A strange phenomenon in Sabah has piqued the interest of Malaysians recently after photos and videos of the occurrence went...

Collage 5 9 Collage 5 9
News5 hours ago

“Stand down, you’ve made your point” – KJ Reminds Politician Who’s Criticising KK Mart Over Allah Socks Issue

“Stand down, Akmal. You’ve made your point, you’ve done well, but it’s time to stand your guys down.” In his...

My Post 1 2024 03 27T182644.900 My Post 1 2024 03 27T182644.900
News1 day ago

Anwar Ibrahim Urges Public to Stop Being Judge, Jury & Executioner Over ‘Allah’ Socks Issue

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has asked all parties not to prolong the issue of the socks with the...

My Post 1 2024 03 27T170635.860 My Post 1 2024 03 27T170635.860
News1 day ago

KKM Takes Action Against Ramadan Bazaar Vendor After Rag Was Found Inside Murtabak

With Ramadan bazaar vendors doing everything they can to put themselves ahead of the stiff competition they’re facing against other...

Feat Image Padu T20 Feat Image Padu T20
News1 day ago

Economy Ministry: T20 M’sians May Still Get Targeted Subsidies, But Only If They Register for PADU

With registration for the Central Database Hub (PADU) due in just 4 days, the Economy Ministry is now ramping up...

Collage 80 Collage 80
News1 day ago

2 JB Men Get Caught by Religious Dept for Skipping Fast & Eating Publicly, Say They’re Tired from Work

With about 2 weeks left for Ramadhan, many Muslim friends who are currently fasting must be excited for Raya which...

Feat Image Underwater Cleanup Feat Image Underwater Cleanup
News1 day ago

M’sians Band Together to Clean Up a Whopping 12.1 Tonnes of Trash from Sabah Ocean Floor

A whopping 12.1 tonnes of waste were collected from the ocean floor at 3 locations in Sabah recently thanks to...

Collage 2 8 Collage 2 8
News1 day ago

“Raya is in 2 weeks!”- PMX Wants Lower Rentals for Ramadhan Bazaar Vendors, M’sians Say it’s Too Late

The Ramadhan Bazaars in Malaysia are known for the myriads of food but unfortunately, the food markets often go viral...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY