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] Urimai president P Ramasamy has claimed that the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple committee was “pressured” into accepting the relocation settlement with Kuala Lumpur City Hall and land owner Jakel Trading.Ramasamy also claimed that the decision to relocate the temple about 50m away - on a 4,000sqft plot of land that will be permanently gazetted for its use - was not made freely and fairly, despite all parties directly involved stating otherwise.Despite assistance provided by leaders in government, Ramasamy claimed the temple’s relocation will be remembered as one of the ruling coalitions’ greatest betrayals of the Indian community.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Gempur Rasuah Sabah secretariat has criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, calling him a "confused" leader with contradictory principles.The secretariat was responding to news reports over a breaking of fast event in Sabah on Sunday, where Anwar reportedly commended Hajiji for being “calm and moderate” in facing political turmoil in the state.___________________📌 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] Urimai president P Ramasamy has claimed that the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple committee was “pressured” into accepting the relocation settlement with Kuala Lumpur City Hall and land owner Jakel Trading.Ramasamy also claimed that the decision to relocate the temple about 50m away - on a 4,000sqft plot of land that will be permanently gazetted for its use - was not made freely and fairly, despite all parties directly involved stating otherwise.Despite assistance provided by leaders in government, Ramasamy claimed the temple’s relocation will be remembered as one of the ruling coalitions’ greatest betrayals of the Indian community.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Gempur Rasuah Sabah secretariat has criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, calling him a "confused" leader with contradictory principles.The secretariat was responding to news reports over a breaking of fast event in Sabah on Sunday, where Anwar reportedly commended Hajiji for being “calm and moderate” in facing political turmoil in the state.___________________📌 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: Temple committee was pressured, claims Ramasamy; Group calls Anwar 'confused' leader

Two agencies have denied allegations claiming that a recent cyberattack against the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) led to extensive disruptions to the airport’s operations.In refuting the accusations published by a news site earlier today, National Cyber Security Agency (Nacsa) chief executive Megat Zuhairy Megat Tajuddin affirmed that there were no disruptions to flight services following the attack on March 23.Meanwhile, MAHB’s corporate communications general manager Shukreen Ma reportedly said that there were no flight disruptions at KLIA and no passengers were stranded at the airport.

Two agencies have denied allegations claiming that a recent cyberattack against the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) led to extensive disruptions to the airport’s operations.In refuting the accusations published by a news site earlier today, National Cyber Security Agency (Nacsa) chief executive Megat Zuhairy Megat Tajuddin affirmed that there were no disruptions to flight services following the attack on March 23.Meanwhile, MAHB’s corporate communications general manager Shukreen Ma reportedly said that there were no flight disruptions at KLIA and no passengers were stranded at the airport.

Nacsa, MAHB denies report claiming KLIA cyberattack disrupted operations

The Gempur Rasuah Sabah secretariat criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, calling him a "confused" leader with contradictory principles after he praised scandal-ridden Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor during an event recently.The secretariat was responding to news reports over a breaking of fast event in Sabah on Sunday, where Anwar reportedly commended Hajiji for being “calm and moderate” in facing political turmoil in the state.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738356

The Gempur Rasuah Sabah secretariat criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, calling him a "confused" leader with contradictory principles after he praised scandal-ridden Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor during an event recently.The secretariat was responding to news reports over a breaking of fast event in Sabah on Sunday, where Anwar reportedly commended Hajiji for being “calm and moderate” in facing political turmoil in the state.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738356

Anwar a confused leader, says Gempur Rasuah Sabah

National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang has urged police to investigate a viral video showing a Dayak salesperson allegedly being threatened and scolded by a man, including with racist words at Central i-City Shah Alam, recently.Aaron said incidents like this should not exist in the multi-racial and multi-religious society of this country.

National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang has urged police to investigate a viral video showing a Dayak salesperson allegedly being threatened and scolded by a man, including with racist words at Central i-City Shah Alam, recently.Aaron said incidents like this should not exist in the multi-racial and multi-religious society of this country.

Police urged to investigate racist incident against Dayak woman in Shah Alam

Urimai president P Ramasamy has claimed that the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple committee was “pressured” into accepting the relocation settlement with Kuala Lumpur City Hall and land owner Jakel Trading.Ramasamy also claimed that the decision to relocate the temple about 50m away - on a 4,000sqft plot of land that will be permanently gazetted for its use - was not made freely and fairly, despite all parties directly involved stating otherwise.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738337

Urimai president P Ramasamy has claimed that the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple committee was “pressured” into accepting the relocation settlement with Kuala Lumpur City Hall and land owner Jakel Trading.Ramasamy also claimed that the decision to relocate the temple about 50m away - on a 4,000sqft plot of land that will be permanently gazetted for its use - was not made freely and fairly, despite all parties directly involved stating otherwise.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/738337

Ramasamy claims temple committee pressured to accept relocation

Smaller temples built illegally might have been placed there by construction workers, said Malaysia Council of Hindu Temples and Hindu Associations (Mahima) president N Sivakumar.He told Malaysiakini that the practice was done not only by Hindu workers but by those of Chinese descent as well.

Smaller temples built illegally might have been placed there by construction workers, said Malaysia Council of Hindu Temples and Hindu Associations (Mahima) president N Sivakumar.He told Malaysiakini that the practice was done not only by Hindu workers but by those of Chinese descent as well.

Construction workers may have built smaller illegal temples - NGO

The controversy surrounding the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple has emphasised the need to establish a permanent solution to prevent repeat incidents, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M Kulasegaran.Addressing a press conference at the temple in Kuala Lumpur last night, Kulasegaran said such “risky” situations involving race and religion must be prevented in the future.

The controversy surrounding the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple has emphasised the need to establish a permanent solution to prevent repeat incidents, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M Kulasegaran.Addressing a press conference at the temple in Kuala Lumpur last night, Kulasegaran said such “risky” situations involving race and religion must be prevented in the future.

'There is a need to avoid incidents like this in the country' - deputy minister

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has agreed to relocate the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple to a new location located approximately 50m from its current site along Jalan Munshi Abdullah, off Jalan Masjid India.Federal Territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the government has identified a new site measuring 4,000 square feet located about 50 meters from the current location, for the relocation of the temple.

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has agreed to relocate the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple to a new location located approximately 50m from its current site along Jalan Munshi Abdullah, off Jalan Masjid India.Federal Territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the government has identified a new site measuring 4,000 square feet located about 50 meters from the current location, for the relocation of the temple.

Temple given new land around 50m from current site

The verbal altercation between Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing and Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor turned ugly with both parties lobbing insults against each other.Today, Tiong accused Sanusi of having "lost his mind", two days after the latter accused the former of looking like a "pot-bellied, bald deity (Buddha)."On Wednesday, Sanusi slammed Tiong during the state legislative assembly sitting, saying: "If I were to make fun of his face, it's like a bald, pot-bellied tokong."Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/688589

The verbal altercation between Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing and Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor turned ugly with both parties lobbing insults against each other.Today, Tiong accused Sanusi of having "lost his mind", two days after the latter accused the former of looking like a "pot-bellied, bald deity (Buddha)."On Wednesday, Sanusi slammed Tiong during the state legislative assembly sitting, saying: "If I were to make fun of his face, it's like a bald, pot-bellied tokong."Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/688589

'Has Sanusi lost his mind?' - Tiong hits out at Sanusi over 'pot-bellied tokong' remark