Umrah trips to resume beginning Feb 8 - Nancy Shukri
The Cabinet today decided to allow Muslims to resume umrah pilgrimages from Feb 8, said Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
Wed Jan 26 2022
Saudi Arabia to lift nationwide curfew, resume economic activities from Sunday
Restrictions will remain, however, for religious pilgrimages, international travel and social gatherings of more than 50 people.
Sat Jun 20 2020
Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca
The Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages - which attract millions of travelers from around the world - will remain suspended until further notice
Tue May 26 2020
Tabung Haji: Government bears increase in Haj subsidy of almost RM60 million
The government is expected to bear the cost of increased haj subsidy amounting to almost RM60 million, in line with the increase in the cost of pilgrimages this year.
Tue Jun 13 2017
For cybersecurity, US government seeks a few good hackers
The US government is seeking hackers to protect the homeland.
Mon Oct 26 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024