Thousands throng Taib’s Hari Raya open house
KUCHING: Thousands of guests visited the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House organised by Head of State Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud and his wife, Toh Puan Raghad Kurdi Taib on the first day of Hari Raya at Astana Negeri. Guests from various walks of life were served with Hari Raya delicacies such as lemang, beef rendang, […]
Livelier Raya, first in three years without special SOP
KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims celebrated a livelier 1 Syawal today with mosques and surau nationwide filled with congregants performing Aidilfitri prayers which also marks the first time in three years it is being celebrated without special standard operating procedures (SOP) being enforced. In Kuala Lumpur, Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja […]
King, Queen grace Raya reception at Istana Negara
KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah today hosted a Hari Raya Aidilfitri gathering at Istana Negara here. Their Majesties arrived at the Main Banquet Hall of Istana Negara at around 10.10 am, accompanied by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and […]
Looking forward to a joyous Raya
BY ELLISIA TINGASS KUCHING: Muslims are looking forward to celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri with their families and friends. Besides spending time with their family members and friends, they look forward to delicious traditional dishes and treats during the celebration. New Sarawak Tribune managed to interview a few Muslims about their Hari Raya preparations and their […]
Busy and exciting times
BY ABIDGAIL MERTA GANGGANG SAMARAHAN: Yesterday, many last-minute Hari Raya Aidilfitri shoppers thronged stores to buy the essentials needed for the celebration. Some have just returned from Peninsular Malaysia or other towns while others have been busy with work and other things. New Sarawak Tribune managed to speak to some of these shoppers. NUR AIMI […]
Deputy premier: Practice moderation during Hari Raya celebration
KUCHING: Muslims have been urged to practise moderation during this Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said this is in light of the uncertainty in the current global economy. “As we celebrate this Hari Raya Aidilfitri, I would like to remind all that we are to always be prudent […]
Appreciating blessings in life
Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Eid ul-Fitr, is one of the most significant Islamic festivals, celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It is a time of joy, forgiveness, and celebration, where the festival brings families and friends together to enjoy a variety of foods, exchange gifts and duit raya, and pray. Celebrating Hari […]
Adhere to traffic regulations during Hari Raya, reminds Transport Ministry
KUCHING: All road users have been reminded to observe strictly to traffic regulations and exhibit greater patience during the Hari Raya holiday. The Sarawak Ministry of Transport said this is crucial in preventing accidents on the road. “At the same time, we also welcome the Ops Bersepadu JPJ organised by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) […]
Royston urges road users to priotitise safety
MUKAH: Road users should prioritise their own safety as well as that of others, especially during festive seasons, according to Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine. Speaking during the Road Safety Campaign in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2023 at Menara Tinjau Jalan Boulevard, Mukah yesterday (April 20), Royston said that road safety is a shared responsibility, […]
Soaring airfares leave Sarawakians in the lurch
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: Airfare during the Raya season can be quite expensive for Sarawakians wanting to return home. As the festive season approaches, many people will be looking to return to their hometowns and spend time with their families. However, the high demand for flights can cause the prices to skyrocket, making it […]
