Parade unites, honours Prophet Muhammad

KUCHING: The Maulidur Rasul Parade not only celebrates Prophet Muhammad’s birthday but also promotes unity and encourages people to emulate the Prophet’s teachings. Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister, Dr.Hazland Hipni said that the parade serves a reminder to come together and be inspired by the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad. He also said […]

Premier at Maulidur Rasul in Masjid Jamek

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg gathered at Masjid Jamek here last night with the local community to participate in the Sarawak level Maulidur Rasul celebration  in conjunction with the 60th anniversary of Sarawak Independence. Abang Johari, who donned a yellow Malay shirt with a matching sash, arrived at 6.25 pm […]

Prophet Muhammad’s great character should be emulated: Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Prophet Muhammad’s great character and conduct including his kind and forbearing nature is the prime example to follow, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar in his Maulidur Rasul message posted on his Facebook page last night said the struggle of Prophet Muhammad in preaching and guiding the people despite facing relentless […]

Cabinet ministers extend Maulidur Rasul greetings

KUALA LUMPUR: Several Cabinet ministers have extended greetings on the occasion of Maulidur Rasul through social media to all Muslims and invited them to recite selawat (blessings) upon Prophet Muhammad. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the life and struggles of the Prophet are a highly valuable reference for all parties […]

16 roads to close for Maulidur Rasul procession

KUCHING: There will be 16 road closures for the coming Maulidur Rasul procession at Padang Merdeka this Thursday (Sept 28). Kuching police chief ACP Ahsmon Bajah said in a statement that the routes will be closed off from 5.30 am on the day of the procession and reopen once the procession is finished. The roads […]

Road closure until conclusion of Maulidur Rasul parade

KUCHING: Jalan McDougall leading to the Padang Merdeka intersection has been temporarily shut down since Sept 22 for the preparations of the Maulidur Rasul parade. According to Kuching police chief ACP Ashmon Bajah, this closure commenced at 3 pm and will continue until the conclusion of the parade on Sept 28. Additionally, Ashmon noted that […]

Unity the basis for developing a society

KUCHING: Petra Jaya incumbent MP Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said programmes like the Maulidur Rasul celebration can bring villagers together. “Previously, everyone knew each other in the neighbourhood. Now, it can be seen that some in the community do not know who lives next door. “Therefore, it is important to organise a programme like this […]

Maintain moral character, social unity

BETONG: Muslims are reminded to continue maintaining good moral character and educating their families and children towards harmony in order to maintain unity and prosperity in community life. Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Development Mohamad Razi Sitam stressed on the importance of avoiding the culture of extremism and violating Islamic law in order […]

Treat differences as an advantage in dealing with economic, health crises

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has called on Malaysians to treat differences as an advantage rather than a weakness, and similarities as a source of strength in dealing with the current twin crises of economy and health. The prime minister said as a Malaysian Family, everyone needed to work together to revive the […]

Pustaka to operate as usual during Maulidur Rasul

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Library (Pustaka) will operate as usual during Maulidur Rasul on Oct 19. On another note, Pustaka also urged its users to use their free services namely Pustaka Sarawak Channel and BookBear Service. “The Pustaka Sarawak Channel is a platform for broadcasting Pustaka’s programmes and activities online in-line with the new norm. […]