Millions head to Mecca for huge hajj in Saudi heat
Mecca, Saudi Arabia: Enormous crowds of worshippers thronged Mecca, Islam’s holiest city, on Friday for the biggest hajj pilgrimage in years, with more than two million expected to brave the scorching Saudi Arabian heat. Pilgrims in white robes and sandals packed the ancient city, now dotted with luxury hotels and air-conditioned shopping malls, after flooding […]
Malaysia poised to be largest Umrah hub in Asia
KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is planning to introduce Malaysia as the largest hub for Umrah in the Asian region, aiming to attract Muslim pilgrims from around the world. Its minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the programme would focus on people from key countries such as China, Korea, Japan, […]
Maybank Islamic launches EzyWasiat to assist in will writing
KUALA LUMPUR: Maybank Islamic Bhd today launched EzyWasiat, a wasiat (will) writing service for the Muslim community in Malaysia. The new digital service allows customers to plan and prepare their wasiat in an efficient manner and within the Shariah and faraid (Islamic inheritance) principles, the bank said in a statement. It said that the service, […]
Al-Quran centre for Muslims soon
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: Sarawak will be establishing the Al-Quran and Hadith Development Centre for Muslims to study the Al-Quran in depth. Sarawak Islamic Council (SIC) president Datuk Misnu Taha said that this was one of the initiatives of the SIC to provide a better environment for Muslims. “Under the new structure, our Quran […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrating Raya away from home
BY AWANG MUHAMMAD SYAHMI KUCHING: With Hari Raya approaching, Muslim families are getting busy to prepare to welcome the celebration. It is common to observe families shopping for Raya attire, baking cookies, and engaging in other preparations for the festivity. While some get to be with their families for the festive occasion, nonetheless, there are […]
New education bureau to empower Muslims
LAWAS: The establishment of Biro Pendidikan Majlis Islam Sarawak (BPP-MIS) is proof the Sarawak government’s commitment to the progress of Muslim children’s education in the state, according to Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. In a text of speech read by Deputy Minister of Food Industry, Commodities and Regional Development Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail […]
Expand ‘Sungkei’ for unity
SIBU: The ‘Lan Berambeh Sungkei’ Programme should be organised in other divisions and districts throughout the state, according to Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Nangka assemblyman said that the organising of such a program is not only an ‘ibadah’ for the Muslim community but also provides opportunities […]
Muslim community urged to understand integration of Al-Quran
KUCHING: The Muslim community has been advised to learn and understand the integration of the Al-Quran. Satok assemblyman Datuk Ibrahim Baki explained that understanding the concept of Al-Quran would help in shaping the Muslim community in Sarawak to become better ummahs. “With that quality and cooperation with one another, the state will flourish and further […]
