Saudi says application for 1444 H umrah visa opens from today
The Ministry of Haj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced that the 1444H umrah visa application for foreign pilgrims will open from today.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj
Now business has resumed again but costs are higher amid global economic strains.
Wed Jul 06 2022
Malaysia hopes Saudi Arabia allows foreign pilgrims to perform haj this year - Idris
Malaysia is hoping that Saudi Arabia will allow foreign pilgrims to perform the haj this year despite the global threat posed by the COVID-19 Omicron variant.
Thu Jan 06 2022
Saudi Arabia to receive foreign umrah pilgrims requests from Aug 9
Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday that it will gradually begin receiving Umrah requests from vaccinated foreign pilgrims starting Monday, reported Saudi Press agency (SPA).
Sun Aug 08 2021
Prospective pilgrims advised to get ready should haj pilgrimage be allowed this year
Tabung Haji (TH) has advised prospective Malaysian pilgrims to be prepared as the Saudi Arabian government may allow foreign pilgrims to perform the Haj this year.
Mon May 10 2021
Zulkifli to get detailed information on haj status
The visit is important to get details for the implementation of Haj and umrah in a new normal atmosphere following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sat Oct 03 2020
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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