Indulge in local delights in Makkah
In order to cater to the taste buds of Malaysian Hajj pilgrims, a wide range of delectable options including nasi lemak, nasi kerabu, roti canai, laksam, an array of mouth-watering desserts, and even teh tarik are readily available for purchase in Makkah. According to a report from Bernama, Tabung Haji not only provides food options, […]
Malaysian pilgrims told to maintain discipline, country’s good name
SEPANG: Malaysian pilgrims should always be disciplined and maintain the country’s good name while on the Holy Land to perform the fifth pillar of Islam, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. “Muslims are known for their discipline and on that basis I advise them to maintain their […]
Woman in male ihram clothes urged to turn herself in
BUKIT GANTANG: The woman who went viral on social media for performing the umrah pilgrimage dressed in male ihram clothing has been urged to turn herself in to assist the investigation, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad. He said the individual should have the courage to turn herself in […]
Malaysian pilgrims undergo stringent health check
MAKKAH: Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) today stressed that all prospective Malaysian haj pilgrims have undergone stringent health checks in accordance with the set standards before leaving for the Holy Land. Malaysian Haj Delegation head Datuk Seri Syed Saleh Abdul Rahman said each prospective pilgrim is also required to be examined by authorised doctors and clinics. The efforts […]
Govt still awaiting Saudi announcement on haj pilgrimage
KUALA LUMPUR: The government and Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) are still waiting for an official announcement by the Saudi Arabian government on the total quota of Malaysian pilgrims, their selection criteria and the implementation methods of the Haj pilgrimage this year. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri […]
Saudi Arabia imposes 24-hour curfew on Makkah, Madinah
KUALA LUMPUR: Saudi Arabia imposed a 24-hour curfew in Makkah and Madinah Thursday until further notice as part of its latest measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 pandemic in the country, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. According to an official source at the Ministry of Interior, only adult residents are allowed to leave their […]
