{
  "id": 9479311,
  "title": "JPJ denies fake news on Rohingya driving licences, files MCMC report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/jpj-denies-fake-news-on-rohingya-driving-licences-files-mcmc-report-9479311",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T03:21:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/24/jpj-denies-fake-news-on-rohingya-driving-licences-files-mcmc-report/236312"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "PUTRAJAYA, Sept 24 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has categorically denied a claim made on the ‘Along Auto Parts’ Facebook page that they are considering allowing Rohingya refugees to obtain driving licenses. The alleged official news report, which has since been flagged for potential misinformation, prompted JPJ to file a report with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate the matter and take necessary actions. JPJ strongly condemns any individual or entity that uses its name, identity, or image to spread misleading information that tarnishes the department's reputation. The public is urged to refrain from sharing unverified information and to consult official JPJ channels for accurate updates. Despite the post's removal, it had garnered significant attention, with over 1,800 comments and 325 shares as of 9:15 am.",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA, Sept 24 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) today denied a statement published on the ‘Along Au...",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "RTD denies viral claim on Rohingya driving licences",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/rtd-denies-viral-claim-on-rohingya-driving-licences",
        "published": "2026-09-24T03:01:34.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Vibes",
        "title": "JPJ denies viral claim government plans to allow Rohingya to obtain driving licences",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/jpj-denies-viral-claim-government-plans-to-allow-rohingya-to-obtain",
        "published": "2026-09-24T03:14:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "JPJ denies fake news on Rohingya driving licences, files MCMC report",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/jpj-denies-fake-news-on-rohingya-driving-licences-files-mcmc-report",
        "published": "2026-09-24T03:21:12.000Z"
      }
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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."
}