Wedding party, umrah pilgrims among those stranded at KKIA
Several M'sia Airlines and Air Asia flights connecting KLIA, Sabah and Sarawak were cancelled, following volcanic eruption at Mount Ruang.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Malaysian student becomes guide for PM Anwar's delegation to perform umrah
Mohamad Zarid who is a mutawif for umrah pilgrims for about two years now, is currently pursuing a four-year Syariah programme in Saudi.
Wed Mar 22 2023
Court allows release of Isa Samad's passport for umrah pilgrimage
Judge Kamaludin said Mohd Isa should return the passport to the court on March 7.
Thu Jan 19 2023
All 63 Malaysian umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia brought home
All 63 Malaysian Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia since last June have been brought home safely, with the last group of 23 pilgrims safely arriving at KLIA today.
Sat Nov 12 2022
36 of 63 umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia arrive home today
Malaysian citizens travelling abroad are advised to always abide by and respect the laws of the host country to avoid getting into trouble.
Fri Nov 04 2022
63 Malaysians stranded in Saudi Arabia expected home next week
The 63 Malaysian umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia since June may be brought home next week, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah.
Sat Oct 29 2022
Saudi Arabia launches new digital platform to facilitate pilgrims from around the world
Saudi Arabia's MOHU on Monday launched a new digital platform "Nusuk.sa" to facilitate the arrival procedure for Umrah pilgrims from all over the world.
Tue Sep 27 2022
Woman in male ihram clothes urged to turn herself in - Idris
The woman who went viral on social media for performing the umrah pilgrimage dressed in male ihram has been urged to turn herself in.
Sun Sep 18 2022
Haj fraud: Police receive 121 reports involving losses over RM5 million
PDRM has received a total of 121 reports related to fraudulent haj and umrah pilgrimage packages using furada visas against three travel agencies, involving losses of more than RM5 million.
Tue Jul 19 2022
Umrah trip postponement: Compensation payout has been completed - Ahmad Marzuk
The compensation payout to more than 1,000 umrah pilgrims was completed in March, following a temporary postponement of umrah trips on Jan 8.
Thu May 12 2022
Melaka to be transit state for Indonesian umrah pilgrims
Muhammad Jailani hopes with this move, tourists from Indonesia will stop to spend a day or two in Melaka before travelling to Kuala Lumpur.
Tue May 10 2022
'Saudi Visa Bio' biometric app launched in Malaysia, to facilitate pilgrims' registration
The 'Saudi Visa Bio' biometric app launched in Malaysia today will facilitate the registration of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims from Malaysia.
Mon Mar 28 2022
Saudi Arabia ready to accept arrival of 30 million hajj, umrah pilgrims by 2030
The Saudi Arabian government has announced several initiatives and to strengthen its transportation system and logistics services in preparation for receiving up to 30 million pilgrims each year.
Sat Mar 26 2022
Umrah pilgrims handling at KLIA to be improved - MAHB
Zambry said the discussion was necessary to find solutions to ensure that handling of umrah pilgrims would not take hours.
Mon Mar 14 2022
Umrah pilgrims eligible to receive compensation must open TH savings account
Idris said he had also instructed TH to inform its branch offices nationwide to facilitate the opening of TH savings accounts to smoothen the disbursement process.
Tue Feb 15 2022
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
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