Haj deaths show challenge of shielding pilgrims from scorching climate
Hundreds of the pilgrims who died in fierce heat at this year's haj were not officially registered with the Saudi authorities.
Thu Jun 27 2024
More than 1,000 die in haj amid scorching temperatures
Extreme heat hammers nearly two million participants in the annual Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca.
Mon Jun 24 2024
Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Six Malaysian pilgrims die after wukuf
All the pilgrims who died had time to perform wukuf worship and most of them died from heart disease, pneumonia and blood infection.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Soaring temperatures scorch pilgrims on Haj in Saudi Arabia
Temperatures reached 51.8 degrees Celsius (125.2 Fahrenheit) in the shade of the Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Police activate one-stop centre for stranded haj pilgrims at KLIA
A total of 40 officers and personnel from the special team began their duties today, for 11 days, and will end at on June 21.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Journalists from Malaysia, Indonesia to collaborate on comprehensive hajj coverage
The delegation includes nine journalists from Malaysia and 14 from Indonesia, who will join forces to provide the most comprehensive and insightful reporting of the Hajj.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Malaysia risks losing privileges if citizens continue violating Saudi laws
Datuk Seri Syed Salleh Syed Abdul Rahman said if one is caught misusing tourist visas, it would tarnish Malaysia's reputation and image.
Wed May 15 2024
Saudi Arabia advises Muslims not to be deceived by fake Hajj advertisements on social media
The fake advertisements aim to mislead and deceive the public about services provided through unknown individuals or agencies.
Mon May 13 2024
Use haj permit to avoid penalty - Malaysian Consulate-General in Jeddah
Malaysians who wish to perform the haj are advised to use legal means.
Fri May 10 2024
First batch of Malaysian Haj pilgrims arrive in Madinah
The first batch of 282 Malaysian pilgrims for the 1445H/2024 haj season safely arrived in Madinah today.
Thu May 09 2024
Saudi Arabia announces SAR10,000 fine for Hajj permit violations
Saudi Arabia has announced the enforcement of a penalty of 10,000 Riyals (SAR10,000) for violating the rules of the Hajj season.
Wed May 08 2024
Countries grapple with who should pay to tackle plastic pollution crisis
Saudi Arabia and China, among the world's biggest plastics producers, insisted that GEF's traditional donor nations also pay for plastics.
Sat May 04 2024
Muslim countries must be consistent, ensure Israel brought to justice - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim calls on Muslim countries to be consistent and firm in demanding justice for Palestine.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Malaysia prepared to explore new areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim welcomed Saudi Arabian investors to Malaysia to explore potential investments in high-value projects.
Tue Apr 30 2024