Drive Worry-Free This Raya - 10 things to check before you 'balik kampung'
Get your car Raya-ready with these easy tips!
Thu Apr 20 2023
Raya exodus: PLUS anticipates two million vehicles a day on highway network
According to PLUS, the peak days are from April 20 to 21, 24 to 25, April 29 to May 1, and from May 4 to 7.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Aidiladha "balik kampung" rush in full swing Saturday morning
The "balik kampung" rush out of the heavily-populated Klang Valley ahead of the Aidiladha celebration tomorrow was in full swing this morning.
Sat Jul 09 2022
'Balik kampung' to Kota Kinabalu an act of hope, respect and affection - Australia's FM Penny Wong
Wong said her story is a Malaysian story as well as an Australian story, the experience of migration so many Australians shared.
Thu Jun 30 2022
KTMB urged to continue with festive season special train service
KTMB has been urged to continue the special express train service offered during the festive season to reduce traffic congestion in Kelantan during the "balik kampung" exodus.
Sun May 08 2022
Sweet, meaningful Aidilfitri celebrations after two years apart
This year's Aidilfitri celebration is very meaningful for 'perantau' (those working away from their hometowns) who have been unable to 'balik kampung' for the past two years.
Mon May 02 2022
Slow-moving traffic on several major highways this morning
Traffic is reported to have picked up on several highways and main roads to the north, south and east coast of the peninsula this morning as more people return to their hometowns.
Sun May 01 2022
Increasingly heavier traffic reported on highways and major roads
Heavy traffic has continued to build up on highways and major roads to the north, south and east coast of the peninsula, as the Hari Raya ''balik kampung'' exodus picks up pace.
Sat Apr 30 2022
Public transport a popular choice to 'balik kampung' for raya
After two years of celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri during the MCO period, this year's celebration is indeed highly anticipated by Malaysians looking to return to their respective hometowns.
Sat Apr 30 2022
90,000 train tickets still on sale for 'balik kampung' raya
A total of 89,976 train tickets are still available at Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) to meet the demand of Malaysians returning to their hometowns for the Raya holidays.
Fri Apr 29 2022
PLUS advises users to enter highway before 10 am, adhere to travel schedule
PLUS has advised motorists from Klang Valley returning to their hometowns far away from April 29 to May 2 for the Aidilfitri celebration to enter the highway before 10 am.
Sun Apr 24 2022
Balik kampung express bus tickets selling fast
Express bus tickets to all destinations in Peninsular Malaysia are selling fast as Muslims prepare to celebrate Aidilfitri in less than two weeks.
Wed Apr 20 2022
Malaysians can 'balik kampung' to celebrate Aidilfitri - Ismail Sabri
The government is sticking to its stand to allow Malaysians to 'balik kampung' to celebrate Aidilfitri, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Sat Apr 16 2022
Aidilfitri exodus: Homestays in big demand
Homestays have become a popular choice for KLites who will be joining the balik kampung exodus to celebrate Aidilfiri with their families and loved ones in their hometowns.
Sat Apr 16 2022
Aidilfitri: PLUS anticipates two million vehicles during peak days
PLUS advises motorists to plan their 'balik kampung' travel times during Aidilfitri as two million vehicles are expected to ply the highways between April 29 and May 9.
Thu Apr 14 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024