ARAFAT: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the successful execution of the pilgrim dispatching plan to Arafat, which began at dawn on 9 Dhu al-Hijjah, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. This year’s operation was implemented under a unified model integrating service and regulatory agencies through a central
By Nurliyana Farhah Ruslan MINA: The “melontar” (stone throwing) ritual or known as the Stoning of the Devil performed by pilgrims in Mina is not merely an act to fulfil the requirements of Sharia, but carries a deeper meaning as a symbol of self-renewal and rejection of the mazmumah (negative) traits in the
KUALA LUMPUR: Public Mutual, a wholly owned subsidiary of Public Bank Bhd, declared distributions totalling more than RM20 million for three funds for the financial year ended May 31, 2025. In a statement on Thursday, the unit trust manager said the total gross distributions are 3.75 sen per unit for
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Heart Institute (IJN) has made medical history by becoming the first centre in Southeast Asia to successfully implant the world’s first dual-chamber leadless pacemaker system, the Abbott AVEIR™ DR. Senior consultant cardiologist and Interventional Electrophysiology & Implantable Devices clinical director, Datuk Dr Azlan Hussin, said the achievement reflects IJN’s
SEOUL: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung was sworn in office on Wednesday, pledging to unite a divided nation, revitalise the economy and pursue pragmatic diplomacy based on national interests, Yonhap News Agency reported Lee began his five-year term without a transition period earlier in the day as he won a
MINA (Saudi Arabia): The Makkah Municipality has completed the implementation of an extensive and advanced lighting network in Arafat, featuring a distinctive architectural design and modern installation techniques, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. On the evening of Tarwiyah — the day before the Day of Arafah and the formal beginning of the
MINA (Saudi Arabia): The unified Saudi Arabian application, Tawakkalna, is playing a vital role in supporting pilgrims during the 1446H Hajj season, offering a range of advanced digital services to assist at every stage of the pilgrimage. Pilgrims can easily access their Hajj permits through the app, which is integrated with
KUALA LUMPUR: In line with Malaysia’s role as ASEAN Chair this year, the fifth edition of National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) 2025 will serve as an ideal platform to enhance collaboration and foster stronger ties between local media practitioners and their counterparts across the region. Malaysian National News Agency (BERNAMA) Editor-in-Chief,
KUALA LUMPUR: Indonesian singer Melly Goeslaw’s third concert in Malaysia in three years proved to be yet another resounding success. Some 6,000 fans turned up to watch her perform at her recent concert ‘Ada Apa Dengan Melly…? Prom Nite’ at Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil here. They were there not just
MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has expressed its commitment to ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for all pilgrims during this year’s hajj season, with meticulous planning and round-the-clock monitoring of all operational indicators. Assistant Undersecretary for Pilgrims and Umrah Services at the Ministry of
