Porridge distribution tradition returns to Gedong
GEDONG: The tradition of distributing ‘bubur lambuk’ and ‘bubur pedas’ to residents in Gedong during Ramadan returns this year. According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit report, the distribution was done by Gedong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Naroden Majais at Dataran Gedong on Sunday (April 10). “Porridge is donated to the less fortunate folk, mosques, and […]
Bazaars’ role in combating CT threats in Sarawak
BY ROBERT KENNETH The sight of three bazaars located on the way from the bustling capital city of Kuching out to the semi-urban Serian would raise the curiosity of first time travellers along the highway of how they had been established. Signage depicting the small settlements of Siburan, Beratok and Tapah erected along part of […]
Bazaar undergoes transformation
OYA: This once sleepy bazaar is slowly attracting visitors not only from within Mukah division but also outside, thanks to the scrumptious food available such as the popular mi udang (prawn noodles). This has been acknowledged by Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. She said efforts to provide […]
Warong Rider, alternative to avoid congestion at Ramadan bazaars
MELAKA: Warong Rider, a delivery service that is scheduled to begin operations in Melaka this fasting month, is set to offer an alternative for the people in the state to purchase food from the Ramadan bazaars. Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Sulaiman Md Ali said the platform could help reduce congestion at Ramadan bazaars and […]
Ramadan bazaars, tarawih prayers allowed with strict SOPs
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has given the green light for Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars to operate during the fasting month this year. In sharing the good news, Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the government also agreed to allow congregational tarawih prayers at mosques and surau across the country. “After discussing […]
All markets closed until further notice
KUCHING: Kuching North City Commission (DBKU) has announced that all farmers’ markets, night markets and late-night bazaars in Kuching will not be allowed to operate until further notice. They said this was because the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) had declared Kuching as a red zone starting Wednesday (Feb 17). Kuching changed its status to […]
37 new parking bays at bazaar soon
DALAT: A total of 37 new parking spaces will be provided when the upgrading of a concrete drain and existing parking area project in front of the bazaar here is implemented soon. Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah observed that parking was always a problem in this bazar, […]
Roofed market, with its seven gates, tells of ancient history of Latakia
LATAKIA, Syria: The roofed market of Lattakia, with its stone walls and archaeological arches, narrates a chapter of the ancient heritage of Latakia city. The Syrian Arab News Agency (Sana) in an article reported that the ceilings and domes covering its narrow alleys paved with ancient stones provide an elegant scene that spices up the fragrance of […]
Three more Ramadhan Bazaars
KUCHING: Three more Ramadhan Bazaars have been added in view of the coming Ramadhan month, says Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Islamic Affairs) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. “The first two bazaars are Medan Niaga Satok (Kubah Ria) and Medan Niaga Semarak (near Kampung Gita). “Both bazaars will be handled by DBKU from […]
CNY mood engulfs bazaar
SIBU: Visitors are dazzled by the uniqueness of the Chinese New Year (CNY) bazaar at Rejang Park Arcade here. As the Chinese New Year nears, Rejang Park Arcade is already getting into the mood with its very colourful and elaborate decoration. CNY bazaar here operates daily from 8am until 11pm and is jointly organised by JCI […]
