The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has retracted its earlier statement on the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, and issued an apology. The board said the move was to avoid pre-empting ongoing investigations involving multiple authorities. 

The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has retracted its earlier statement on the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, and issued an apology. The board said the move was to avoid pre-empting ongoing investigations involving multiple authorities.

CIDB retracts statement on pipeline fire, cites ongoing investigation

The US is imposing a 24% tariff on Malaysian imports as part of President Donald Trump’s push to reduce the country’s trade deficit.Trump announced the move from the White House early this morning (4am Malaysia time) during the "Liberation Day” event. A chart he displayed ranked Malaysia 11th among countries facing new tariffs, just behind Switzerland and Indonesia.

The US is imposing a 24% tariff on Malaysian imports as part of President Donald Trump’s push to reduce the country’s trade deficit.Trump announced the move from the White House early this morning (4am Malaysia time) during the "Liberation Day” event. A chart he displayed ranked Malaysia 11th among countries facing new tariffs, just behind Switzerland and Indonesia.

Trump imposes 24% reciprocal tariffs on Malaysia, effective April 9

Police are investigating two construction companies over yesterday’s gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which injured over 100 people and displaced many others. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan confirmed that the developer and its main contractor are among those under investigation, as authorities work to determine if nearby earthworks triggered the leak that led to the blaze. Meanwhile, Subang Jaya district police chief Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said, the authorities will remain vigilant for any additional fire hazards at the housing areas. __________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Police are investigating two construction companies over yesterday’s gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which injured over 100 people and displaced many others. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan confirmed that the developer and its main contractor are among those under investigation, as authorities work to determine if nearby earthworks triggered the leak that led to the blaze. Meanwhile, Subang Jaya district police chief Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said, the authorities will remain vigilant for any additional fire hazards at the housing areas. __________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Putra Heights inferno - Cops probing two construction companies

Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin visited the temporary shelter at Putra Heights Mosque today, where he met with families displaced by the devastating gas pipeline fire. He spoke with victims, listening to their concerns and offering words of support. Currently, 485 victims from 110 families are being accommodated at the mosque, while 44 victims from eight families have been relocated to the Subang Jaya City Council’s multi-purpose hall.

Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin visited the temporary shelter at Putra Heights Mosque today, where he met with families displaced by the devastating gas pipeline fire. He spoke with victims, listening to their concerns and offering words of support. Currently, 485 victims from 110 families are being accommodated at the mosque, while 44 victims from eight families have been relocated to the Subang Jaya City Council’s multi-purpose hall.

Opposition Leader shows solidarity at Putra Heights shelter

Press conference by Subang Jaya OCPD, Wan Azlan Wan Mamat on the latest development of Putra Heights gas pipeline fire , 2 April 2025.

[Full Video] Subang Jaya OCPD updates on Putra Heights fire situation

Police are investigating two construction companies over yesterday’s gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which injured over 100 people and displaced many others. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan confirmed that the developer and its main contractor are among those under investigation, as authorities work to determine if nearby earthworks triggered the leak that led to the blaze. 

Police are investigating two construction companies over yesterday’s gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which injured over 100 people and displaced many others. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan confirmed that the developer and its main contractor are among those under investigation, as authorities work to determine if nearby earthworks triggered the leak that led to the blaze.

Cops eyes two constructions firms in Putra Heights pipeline fire probe

National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang shared a touching image of a Muslim man praying at the Sri Maha Kaliamman Temple, which he described as a symbol of the true spirit of togetherness among Malaysians.Both the temple and Masjid Putra Heights rallied together to offer refuge to the victims of the devastating  gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights.

National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang shared a touching image of a Muslim man praying at the Sri Maha Kaliamman Temple, which he described as a symbol of the true spirit of togetherness among Malaysians.Both the temple and Masjid Putra Heights rallied together to offer refuge to the victims of the devastating gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights.

Minister praises Malaysian spirit as temple, mosque unite to help victims

This morning in Putra Heights, residents are waiting for transportation provided by the Civil Defence Force (Jabatan Pertahanan Awam Malaysia) to retrieve their essential belongings in batches. Displaced families are being moved to the temporary evacuation center (PPS) at Putra Heights Mosque, while authorities remain vigilant for any additional fire hazards.

This morning in Putra Heights, residents are waiting for transportation provided by the Civil Defence Force (Jabatan Pertahanan Awam Malaysia) to retrieve their essential belongings in batches. Displaced families are being moved to the temporary evacuation center (PPS) at Putra Heights Mosque, while authorities remain vigilant for any additional fire hazards.

Safety first: Families evacuated in Putra Heights, authorities on high alert

An explosion and gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Puchong, shocked Malaysians yesterday, with eyewitnesses reporting a massive blaze visible from kilometres away. Fortunately, the fire has been extinguished, and no deaths have been reported.In this instalment of KiniGuide, we will give a quick rundown of what we know so far about the conflagration.

An explosion and gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Puchong, shocked Malaysians yesterday, with eyewitnesses reporting a massive blaze visible from kilometres away. Fortunately, the fire has been extinguished, and no deaths have been reported.In this instalment of KiniGuide, we will give a quick rundown of what we know so far about the conflagration.

KINIGUIDE | What we know so far about the Putra Heights inferno

The National Unity Ministry has reported a social media user to the MCMC for inciting racial hatred over the temple relocation controversy in Kuala Lumpur.Minister Aaron Ago Dagang condemned the remarks, calling for an investigation under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.

The National Unity Ministry has reported a social media user to the MCMC for inciting racial hatred over the temple relocation controversy in Kuala Lumpur.Minister Aaron Ago Dagang condemned the remarks, calling for an investigation under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.

Unity Ministry reports post inciting 'May 13 against keling'

Despite these challenges, under Mas Ermieyati’s lead, the PAC has been at its most prolific, releasing the highest number of reports and investigating the most number of issues concerning the public purse.The PAC examines the federal government’s spending to ensure accountability. Last year, 22 PAC reports were tabled in the Dewan Rakyat, with 25 planned for this year.Her efforts have earned the PAC a reputation for high productivity with 148 meetings held last year, the highest in the committee’s history.https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738009

Despite these challenges, under Mas Ermieyati’s lead, the PAC has been at its most prolific, releasing the highest number of reports and investigating the most number of issues concerning the public purse.The PAC examines the federal government’s spending to ensure accountability. Last year, 22 PAC reports were tabled in the Dewan Rakyat, with 25 planned for this year.Her efforts have earned the PAC a reputation for high productivity with 148 meetings held last year, the highest in the committee’s history.https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738009

PAC chair with the most probes, aiming for accountable politics

[KiniNews] An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7, hit 16 kilometres north northwest (NNW) of Sagaing, Myanmar, earlier today, the US Geological Survey said.The earthquake was also felt beyond Myanmar’s borders, with Thailand's capital Bangkok experiencing major tremors.A 30-story building under construction collapsed in the Thai capital, resulting in one death and leaving 43 others missing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth was remanded for two days.This is over his Facebook posts regarding the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur.He was remanded to assist in investigations into allegations of insulting religion and disturbing public order.__________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7, hit 16 kilometres north northwest (NNW) of Sagaing, Myanmar, earlier today, the US Geological Survey said.The earthquake was also felt beyond Myanmar’s borders, with Thailand's capital Bangkok experiencing major tremors.A 30-story building under construction collapsed in the Thai capital, resulting in one death and leaving 43 others missing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth was remanded for two days.This is over his Facebook posts regarding the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur.He was remanded to assist in investigations into allegations of insulting religion and disturbing public order.__________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 7.7 magnitude earthquake rattles Myanmar, Bangkok; Zamri Vinoth remanded

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that the proposed implementation of subsidy rationalisation for RON95 petrol will not affect the low-income group.As such, he said the public should not fall for dubious information spread by irresponsible parties because the petrol rationalisation was not implemented to affect the majority of the people.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that the proposed implementation of subsidy rationalisation for RON95 petrol will not affect the low-income group.As such, he said the public should not fall for dubious information spread by irresponsible parties because the petrol rationalisation was not implemented to affect the majority of the people.

RON95 subsidy revision won’t affect low-income group, says Anwar

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar at 06:20:54 GMT on Friday leading to the collapse of several buildings in the Mandalay region.According to reports, the earthquake was also felt beyond Myanmar's borders.According to Bernama, Xinhua reporters in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, confirmed that strong tremors were experienced.

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar at 06:20:54 GMT on Friday leading to the collapse of several buildings in the Mandalay region.According to reports, the earthquake was also felt beyond Myanmar's borders.According to Bernama, Xinhua reporters in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, confirmed that strong tremors were experienced.

7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar, tremors felt in Thailand

Zaid Ibrahim has strongly criticised what he calls the "cowardice" of Muslim leaders, accusing them of hypocrisy for expressing outrage over local issues like socks and temples while continuing trade with the US.His remarks came just ahead of Amanah president Mohamad Sabu’s planned solidarity gathering for Palestinians outside the US embassy in Kuala Lumpur after Friday prayers.The former law minister’s frustration was triggered by Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) decision to purchase 30 Boeing aircraft.

Zaid Ibrahim has strongly criticised what he calls the "cowardice" of Muslim leaders, accusing them of hypocrisy for expressing outrage over local issues like socks and temples while continuing trade with the US.His remarks came just ahead of Amanah president Mohamad Sabu’s planned solidarity gathering for Palestinians outside the US embassy in Kuala Lumpur after Friday prayers.The former law minister’s frustration was triggered by Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) decision to purchase 30 Boeing aircraft.

Zaid: What's the point of anti-US protests when billions are spent on Boeing

Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth has been remanded for two days starting today, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain confirmed.This is over his Facebook posts regarding the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur.The 41-year-old preacher was remanded to assist in investigations into allegations of insulting religion and disturbing public order.

Independent preacher Zamri Vinoth has been remanded for two days starting today, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain confirmed.This is over his Facebook posts regarding the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur.The 41-year-old preacher was remanded to assist in investigations into allegations of insulting religion and disturbing public order.

Zamri Vinoth remanded for two days

Sabah governor Musa Aman's birthday celebration will not be three months long, said state deputy chief minister Joachim Gunsalam.He clarified that the perception resulted from seven events being held in June during the official celebration of Musa's birthday and the actual birthday itself falling on March 30.

Sabah governor Musa Aman's birthday celebration will not be three months long, said state deputy chief minister Joachim Gunsalam.He clarified that the perception resulted from seven events being held in June during the official celebration of Musa's birthday and the actual birthday itself falling on March 30.

DCM: Musa Aman's birthday celebration not three months long

MACC will summon Sabah leaders implicated in alleged bribery involving state mineral exploration licences for another round of questioning.This came after a whistleblower identified as "Albert", who revealed the damning videos and WhatsApp messages of the assemblypersons, met MACC and provided investigators with the purported evidence and his statement.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has instructed the agency's investigators to call up "everyone involved".

MACC will summon Sabah leaders implicated in alleged bribery involving state mineral exploration licences for another round of questioning.This came after a whistleblower identified as "Albert", who revealed the damning videos and WhatsApp messages of the assemblypersons, met MACC and provided investigators with the purported evidence and his statement.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has instructed the agency's investigators to call up "everyone involved".

MACC will summon Sabah reps for another round of questioning, says Azam

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described a planned construction of the Madani Mosque at the heart of Masjid India, as a “victory” after a decade of stalled development.Anwar, however, said the success, which he credited to various federal ministers and others directly involved, was not achieved through a show of arrogance against others."Our victory is not one borne out of arrogance. This victory is because we were able to demonstrate the wisdom, strength, and nobility of Islam - not arrogance,” he said in his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the intense outrage among Malays on social media regarding the temple-mosque issue while lamenting the lack of similar indignation towards corruption cases.“If we displayed the same level of anger towards corruption and abuse of power - such as the ongoing corruption scandal in Sabah - we would have better leaders who could help the community and nation progress,” the former law minister told Malaysiakini.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described a planned construction of the Madani Mosque at the heart of Masjid India, as a “victory” after a decade of stalled development.Anwar, however, said the success, which he credited to various federal ministers and others directly involved, was not achieved through a show of arrogance against others."Our victory is not one borne out of arrogance. This victory is because we were able to demonstrate the wisdom, strength, and nobility of Islam - not arrogance,” he said in his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the intense outrage among Malays on social media regarding the temple-mosque issue while lamenting the lack of similar indignation towards corruption cases.“If we displayed the same level of anger towards corruption and abuse of power - such as the ongoing corruption scandal in Sabah - we would have better leaders who could help the community and nation progress,” the former law minister told Malaysiakini.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Madani Mosque 'victory' not due to arrogance, says Anwar; Zaid questions outrage

Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the intense outrage among Malays on social media regarding the temple-mosque issue while lamenting the lack of similar indignation towards corruption cases.“If we displayed the same level of anger towards corruption and abuse of power - such as the ongoing corruption scandal in Sabah - we would have better leaders who could help the community and nation progress,” the former law minister told Malaysiakini.

Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the intense outrage among Malays on social media regarding the temple-mosque issue while lamenting the lack of similar indignation towards corruption cases.“If we displayed the same level of anger towards corruption and abuse of power - such as the ongoing corruption scandal in Sabah - we would have better leaders who could help the community and nation progress,” the former law minister told Malaysiakini.

Why are Malays outraged over temples and not corruption? - Zaid

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described a planned construction of the Madani Mosque at the heart of Masjid India, as a “victory” after a decade of stalled development.However, Anwar said the success, which he credited to various federal ministers and others directly involved, was not achieved through a show of arrogance against others.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described a planned construction of the Madani Mosque at the heart of Masjid India, as a “victory” after a decade of stalled development.However, Anwar said the success, which he credited to various federal ministers and others directly involved, was not achieved through a show of arrogance against others.

Anwar officiates groundbreaking for Madani Mosque, says 'victory' not due to arrogance

The cancer cells in Sungai Besar Umno chief Jamal Md Yunos' lungs have now spread to his brain.Jamal reportedly said that he was admitted to a private hospital in Ampang last Saturday."After undergoing a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, the doctor found the cancer cells that were previously in my lungs had now spread to the brain by three centimetres," he said.

The cancer cells in Sungai Besar Umno chief Jamal Md Yunos' lungs have now spread to his brain.Jamal reportedly said that he was admitted to a private hospital in Ampang last Saturday."After undergoing a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan, the doctor found the cancer cells that were previously in my lungs had now spread to the brain by three centimetres," he said.

Jamal admitted to hospital, cancer spreads to brain

All students at institutions under the Education Ministry will be required to wear a national flag badge beginning April 21, according to a ministry circular issued today.It said the guidelines for wearing the badges were approved by the cabinet on Feb 14.This is applicable to all government schools, government-aided schools, matriculation colleges, and Institutes of Teacher Education (IPG), while other educational institutions are encouraged to adopt the practice.

All students at institutions under the Education Ministry will be required to wear a national flag badge beginning April 21, according to a ministry circular issued today.It said the guidelines for wearing the badges were approved by the cabinet on Feb 14.This is applicable to all government schools, government-aided schools, matriculation colleges, and Institutes of Teacher Education (IPG), while other educational institutions are encouraged to adopt the practice.

MOE: Students required to wear Jalur Gemilang badge from April 21

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Zaliha Mustafa refuted allegations by preacher Firdaus Wong that the government gave RM2 million in compensation to the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple at Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur.“This allegation is completely not true and baseless,” she said.She also urged all parties to refrain from inciting religious or racial sentiments based on inaccurate information.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Zaliha Mustafa refuted allegations by preacher Firdaus Wong that the government gave RM2 million in compensation to the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple at Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur.“This allegation is completely not true and baseless,” she said.She also urged all parties to refrain from inciting religious or racial sentiments based on inaccurate information.

It's false and baseless, says minister on preacher's RM2m temple claim

Terengganu PAS Non-Muslim Supporters' Wing (DHPP) said those who put up posters against state party leader Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar must come from outside of the party.This is because those within PAS would never stoop to such “dirty tactics”, said Terengganu DHPP chief Balachandran Gopal Krishnan in a statement.

Terengganu PAS Non-Muslim Supporters' Wing (DHPP) said those who put up posters against state party leader Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar must come from outside of the party.This is because those within PAS would never stoop to such “dirty tactics”, said Terengganu DHPP chief Balachandran Gopal Krishnan in a statement.

Posters calling for Samsuri's resignation is clearly from outside parties - DHPP

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad is both sad and livid over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.Mahathir also hit out against Israel and its supporters, calling them the “real hypocrites and terrorists”.I am angry because the Western world, which can make a difference, chooses to keep quiet and instead side with the Israelis in committing their acts of terror and conducting genocide on Palestinians,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has vehemently condemned Meta for removing yet another post from his Instagram and Facebook postings that mentioned the late Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.Anwar issued a stark warning to Meta, urging the platform not to be a coward and a tool for the oppressive Zionist Israeli regime.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad is both sad and livid over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.Mahathir also hit out against Israel and its supporters, calling them the “real hypocrites and terrorists”.I am angry because the Western world, which can make a difference, chooses to keep quiet and instead side with the Israelis in committing their acts of terror and conducting genocide on Palestinians,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has vehemently condemned Meta for removing yet another post from his Instagram and Facebook postings that mentioned the late Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.Anwar issued a stark warning to Meta, urging the platform not to be a coward and a tool for the oppressive Zionist Israeli regime.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Dr M sad and angry over Ismail Haniyeh's assassination; Anwar calls Meta 'biadab'