Celebrating Raya in hometown

BY EDWINNIE EINSTEIN UNJI KUCHING: The festive mood of Hari Raya Aidilfitri fills the atmosphere as New Sarawak Tribune catches up with some celebrants who were on the go enthusiastically making their way to purchase bus tickets at the Kuching Sentral bus terminal. For Muhammad Firdaus, he excitedly said this year would be the first […]

Down but not out

KUCHING: Muslims are looking forward to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, a time of great joy and celebration for many. However, amidst the festivities, there are those who choose to embrace a more modest approach this year, opting for frugality over extravagance. One such individual is Siti Zaiton Bujang, 51, whose resilience and determination shine brightly amidst […]

Excitement leading up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri

THERE is just something in the air when it comes to the final days leading up to the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration.  While it is saddening that the holy month of Ramadan is bidding Muslims farewell until the next year, there is an unmistakable sense of excitement and anticipation that fills the atmosphere as Hari […]

Let Aidilfitri be a celebration of unity

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called on the people of different faiths or religions in the state to celebrate Ramadan and the coming Hari Raya in the spirit of togetherness. He said let the occasion be a celebration that showcases unity in diversity that promotes giving, sharing and caring for all regardless of […]

Family-owned Lemang Pewaris business keeps going

MUKAH: Lemang Pewaris produced by a family in Kampung Tutus Ulu, here is much sought after especially in the days ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Having started out small in 2015, Mohamad Badrul Zaidi, 31, said, it has now grown into an annual business for the celebration. “In the beginning, we only sold during Hari […]

Prioritise safety during upcoming Aidilfitri celebration, public reminded

SIBU: Sibu Fire and Rescue Department Zone 4 chief Andy Alie has issued a reminder to the public to prioritise safety during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. He said the public need to be vigilant wherever they are, whether at home, on the road, or in public places. In the first quarter of the […]

Sarawak police mobilise 700 personnel for Ops Selamat 22 during Aidilfitri

KUCHING: A total of 700 police personnel from various branches of the Sarawak Contingent will be deployed for Ops Selamat 22 during Hari Raya Aidilfitri from April 8 to 13. Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata announced that the six-day operation will be conducted by members of the Sarawak Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department. “The […]

SEB ensures reliable power for Hari Raya

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) is intensifying its efforts to ensure a reliable and uninterrupted power supply throughout Sarawak, particularly for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. In a recent statement, SESCO, the operational and retail arm of the company, is actively monitoring all aspects of its operations and has implemented necessary preparations, including contingency […]

Bomba hopes for fire-free Aidilfitri

BY ALLAN JAY & NURFARAHIN OKI KUCHING: The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) is hoping for a fire-free Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration this year. Its director, Datuk Khirudin Drahman @ Hussaini said  to ensure that, an awareness campaign was implemented every year by emphasising the ‘3L’ syndrome aspects of ‘lupa, lalai, leka’ (forgetfulness, negligence […]

Help prevent fires this Raya

BY ALLAN JAY & NURFARAHIN OKI KUCHING: Members of the public are urged to help prevent fires during the forthcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Prof Dr Sim Kui Hian, who made the call, said that when the community came together to celebrate, they must be responsible for fire safety.   “This […]