{
  "id": 5774712,
  "title": "Puspakom eyes 24-hour operations from January",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/puspakom-eyes-24-hour-operations-from-january-5774712",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T11:44:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1526328/puspakom-eyes-24-hour-operations-january"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KLANG: The Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom) plans to extend its operating hours to 24 hours a day starting next January, according to Puspakom CEO Mahmood Razak Bahman. The new schedule hinges on public feedback regarding seven-day-a-week operations, starting in November, and workforce readiness. Mahmood revealed that Puspakom is also implementing additional measures to enhance convenience, such as a \"Community Hero\" recognition award and expanded on-site inspection services. The initiative aims to modernize operations, boost efficiency, and strengthen relationships with the local community. An event, GiCheck Auto Weekend 2026, was launched to engage the public in road safety education through practical demonstrations and activities.",
  "summary": "KLANG: The Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom) plans to operate 24 hours a day from next January to provide greater convenience to the public for vehicle inspections.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Puspakom eyes 24-hour operations from January",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/puspakom-eyes-24-hour-operations-from-january",
        "published": "2026-09-05T11:34:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "‘Round‑the‑clock service’: Puspakom plans 24‑hour operations for vehicle inspections",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/round-the-clock-service-puspakom-plans-24-hour-operations-for-vehicle",
        "published": "2026-09-05T12:09:29.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}