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The aftermath general view of Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru were affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Puchong on April 3, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Public Service Dept: Civil servants affected by Putra Heights fire allowed to work from home

The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has long been regarded as one of the biggest benefits of full-time employment, especially among older generations. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysians are sitting on a ‘goldmine’ called EPF — here’s how you can tap into it voluntarily

A general view of displaced residents affected by the gas pipeline fire at the temporary relief centre at the Putra Heights Mosque April 3, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Putra Heights residents call for better on-the-ground communication, seek answers on home return, aid and safety

The Penampang Tourism Association (PTA) is deeply concerned after photos of birds found dead, were shared by a local resident. — The Borneo Post pic

Penampang sounds alarm after rare birds found dead, blames human ignorance

The Sarawak government has introduced a dedicated corridor as part of risk-control measures against gas-related incidents like the one in Putra Heights, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. — Bernama pic

Sarawak establishes gas safety corridor to prevent future incidents like Putra Heights

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said 85 houses affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights have been confirmed safe, with residents allowed to return home starting tonight. — Picture by Choo Choy May .

Selangor MB: 85 homes declared safe, utilities restored after Putra Heights fire, residents allowed to return tonight

A community garden in USJ17, Subang Jaya, has sparked safety concerns, after it was revealed to have expanded onto land designated for a gas pipeline. — Picture via Facebook

After Putra Heights Fire, USJ17 community garden sparks new pipeline safety concerns

Families affected by the recent fire disaster in Putra Heights will begin receiving financial aid starting Monday as part of the state government’s ongoing recovery efforts, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari announced today. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Selangor MB: Putra Heights fire victims to receive financial aid starting Monday

Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the state government is confident that the target will be achieved as planned, with the Unesco recognition assessment set to take place this year. — The Borneo Post pic

Deputy environment minister: Sarawak on track for Unesco recognition of Delta Geopark by 2026

The victims affected by the gas pipeline fire were escorted to their homes in Putra Heights today to retrieve essential items. — Bernama pic

Selangor MB: Overcrowded Putra Heights fire victim shelter to get new visitation control measures

The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd, producer of Massimo bread loaves, has announced a temporary disruption in its supply due to the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire on April 1. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Massimo bread faces supply disruption after Putra Heights gas pipeline blaze

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits the incident control post in Taman Putra Harmoni to assess the latest situation following the gas pipeline fire incident on Tuesday. — Bernama pic

PM Anwar donates to diabetic shopkeeper in Kuantan who lost leg, raising three kids alone

National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) chairman Datuk Hans Isaac (back left) poses for a photo with actor Charlie Numan Salleh (second from left, back) and his children during the Ziarah Seni Madani programme at the Gombak Setia Welfare Association Hall today. — Bernama pic

‘Only time to save the children’: Veteran actor Charlie, six kids lose home in Gombak fire

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said authorities would need at least 72 hours to gather their initial findings, which will be shared tomorrow. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Amirudin: Selangor begins investigation into Putra Heights gas pipeline fire, explores possible criminality

Houses and cars seen burnt after a gas pipeline fire at Taman Putra Permai 1, Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, on Tuesday. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Putra Heights fire victims: Prioritise welfare, residents association says legal action ‘premature’

Traffic on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway towards the Gombak Toll remains smooth despite an increase in vehicles as travellers return to the capital after the Aidilfitri holidays. — Bernama pic

PLUS expects over two million vehicles daily on highways for three days as post-Raya travel peaks