Perlis ‘teak orchard’ beckons tourists with new attractions

By Erda Khursyiah Basir PADANG BESAR: Perlis, the smallest state in Malaysia, is often overlooked given its location on the Malaysia-Thai border. Also known as Perlis Indera Kayangan, the state has numerous hidden gems and diverse attractions waiting to be explored. From breathtaking natural landscapes to historical sites and cultural treasures, Perlis offers a truly […]

No one hurt in blast outside Perlis school

KANGAR: A big explosion occurred in front of a national school in Padang Besar near here today but no one was injured. Padang Besar district police chief ACP Mohd Shokri Abdullah said the blast was reported to have happened at about 7.30 am. “According to the security guard on duty, the explosion happened in front […]

Use digital platforms to market products

KANGAR: Entrepreneurs are advised to be more creative in marketing their products by leveraging the use of digital platforms that are synonymous with the latest financial technology. Perlis State Secretary Datuk Seri Hasnol Zam Zam Ahmad said creativity is an important tool to develop and market products domestically as well as in the international market. […]

3,919 traders actively using e-wallet nationwide

KUALA PERLIS: The Retail Sector Digitalisation Initiative (ReDI) programme has received encouraging response as 3,919 traders are actively using e-wallets for transactions nationwide. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs deputy minister Datuk Rosol Wahid said this showed that traders have started to accept cashless transactions as it was safer and faster. He added that based on records of the Department of […]

Perlis to hold Pesta Angin Timur 2021 online

KANGAR: The annual Pesta Angin Timur 2021 (Easterly Wind Festival 2021) will be held virtually from June 4 to 5, said Perlis National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) director Samsuring Meli. He said the event was expected to remain lively even though it would be held virtually due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “Pesta Angin […]