UN demands action on extreme heat as world registers warmest day
Scorching conditions have killed 1,300 hajj pilgrims and closed schools for some 80 million children in Africa and Asia.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Six Malaysian pilgrims die after wukuf
All the pilgrims who died had time to perform wukuf worship and most of them died from heart disease, pneumonia and blood infection.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning
The final days of the Hajj coincide with Muslims in Malaysia celebrating Aidiladha.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Three more Malaysian Hajj pilgrim dies in the Holy Land
Three more Malaysian hajj pilgrims have died in the Holy Land, bringing the death toll to eight.
Mon Jun 17 2024
‘No Hajj without a permit’ campaign to ensure safety, comfort of pilgrims - Al-Sudais
Those who do not have a permit risk committing a sin and engaging in forbidden acts by violating syariah, the report stated.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Police activate one-stop centre for stranded haj pilgrims at KLIA
A total of 40 officers and personnel from the special team began their duties today, for 11 days, and will end at on June 21.
Mon Jun 10 2024
The first batch of Malaysian Hajj Pilgrims arrive in Medina
The first batch of Malaysian Hajj Pilgrims arrive in Medina at 6:30 AM local time.
Thu May 09 2024
Saudi Arabia welcomes first foreign hajj pilgrims since pandemic
The first batch of Hajj pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, for the first time since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sun Jun 05 2022
Saudi Arabia allows entry of pilgrims from all countries without exception this year
The government of Saudi Arabia has allowed for the admission of all hajj pilgrims from all countries, without any exceptions, this year.
Tue Apr 12 2022
Mandatory COVID-19 injection for hajj pilgrims to ensure their health - Dr Zulkifli
The mandatory COVID-19 injection for this year's hajj pilgrims is to ensure their health is in good condition.
Wed Mar 03 2021
How Malaysian haj pilgrims can avoid exorbitant telco bills
Here are some tips offered by Communications and Multimedia Consumer Forum of Malaysia.
Tue Sep 06 2016
Obey Saudi Arabia's laws, PM reminds pilgrims
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak today reminded Hajj pilgrims to obey the laws of Saudi Arabia and to avoid engaging in illegal acts there.
Thu Aug 04 2016
Hajj pilgrims asked not to hide diseases
Hajj pilgrims are urged to be sincere and not hide their diseases from the Tabung Haji (TH) management before departing for the Holy Land.
Sun Jul 24 2016
Hajj pilgrims advised to avoid gatherings not related to pilgrimage
Hajj pilgrims are advised against joining any gatherings that are not related to the pilgrimage such as those that are political and involve the nation's sentiments to avoid the occurrence of mishap.
Sat Jul 16 2016
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024