mining

Three years ago, the village of Kuala Koh lost 14 children after their river water was polluted by manganese mining activities – and they worry that history might repeat itself.

Once known for its clear water and lush greenery, Tasik Chini is now under threat from mining and logging activities which have already changed much of its landscape and affected the lives of the Orang Asli in the area.

They say they have lived in the area for generations.

Fazly Razally is one of several individuals linked to the ex-minister who are under a corruption probe.

Rescue teams will not stop searching until the last miner is found although high underground water levels in a section of the mine have complicated rescue operations.

KL Larut, headed by businessman Oms Thiagarajan, says its reputation 'gravely injured' by the report.