First batch of Malaysian Haj pilgrims arrive in Madinah
The first batch of 282 Malaysian pilgrims for the 1445H/2024 haj season safely arrived in Madinah today.
Thu May 09 2024
Haj season this year attracts more than 1.8 million pilgrims
Pilgrims from 67 countries in Europe, the Americas, and Australia were permitted to register and book electronically.
Wed Jun 28 2023
Saudi Arabia announces success of first phase of 2022 haj season's operational plan
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque announced the success of the first phase of the operational plan for the 1443H Haj season with no 'incidents'.
Sat Jul 09 2022
Haj 2022 commences with 1 million pilgrims
The haj season of 1443 AH officially started yesterday - after a break of two years due to COVID-19 - where pilgrims began to perform the "Tawaf Qudum" around the Kaaba before going to Mina.
Thu Jul 07 2022
First Malaysian haj pilgrim dies in Makkah - Idris
A 62-year-old man from Kuala Nerang, Kedah, became the first Malaysian pilgrim who died in the holy city during this year's haj season.
Mon Jul 04 2022
Earlier than usual season for 'Rotab' dates coincides with haj of 1443H
For the first time in 20 years, the harvest season for the 'Rotab' dates in Saudi Arabia has arrived earlier than July.
Fri Jun 24 2022
Kaaba's Kiswa raised in Makkah to mark start of haj
The Kiswa - a black-coloured and gold-embroidered cloth that covers the Kaaba - was raised on Sunday to mark the start of the haj season.
Tue Jun 21 2022
Emotional distress, incompatible roommate issue among complaints received from pilgrims
Emotional distress, communication problems and incompatible roommate issue are among the complaints received by Tabung Haji (TH) during haj season.
Fri Jun 17 2022
Saudi Arabia introduces new apps in conjunction with haj season
Saudi Arabia has introduced three smart applications including two new ones in conjunction with the pilgrimage season of 1443 H to further streamline the affairs of the pilgrims.
Tue Jun 14 2022
Saudi Arabia agrees to continue Makkah Route for Malaysian haj pilgrims
The Saudi Arabian government has agreed to continue the Makkah Route project for prospective pilgrims from Malaysia for this year's haj season.
Wed May 25 2022
Malaysia still waiting for decision on additional haj quota appeal - Idris
Malaysia is still waiting for the Saudi Arabian government's decision on the country's appeal for an additional quota of 5,000 pilgrims to perform the 2022 haj season.
Mon May 23 2022
Malaysia seeks additional 5,000 haj pilgrim quota - Idris
Malaysia has applied for an additional 5,000 haj quota from the Saudi Arabian government for this year's haj season.
Mon May 16 2022
MOH to supply 3,000 courses of Paxlovid in preparation for haj season
The Ministry of Health (MoH) will supply at least 3,000 Paxlovid courses in preparation to treat pilgrims if they contracted COVID-19 while performing the haj.
Fri May 13 2022
TH now offers 'dam', 'qurban' payment services through THiJARI application
TH says it will be providing 'dam' and qurban payment services through the THiJARI application starting May 9 for would-be pilgrims during the Haj season this year.
Thu May 05 2022
TH ready to manage pilgrims for this year's haj season - Idris
Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) is ready to manage pilgrims from Malaysia for this year's haj season, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad.
Mon Apr 18 2022
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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