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New Straits Times
21 minutes ago
- New Straits Times
Kuala Berang man undeterred by injury, set to join qurban this year
KUALA BERANG: Mohamad Yusuf Abdullah from Kampung Kuala Dura remains resolute in joining this year's Aidiladha sacrificial rites or qurban, despite having previously required 12 stitches after a sacrificial knife accidentally slashed his right calf. The community activist said the incident occurred at about 10.30am on June 17 last year, while he was preparing to perform the slaughter of the second animal. He said he had been invited to carry out the ritual slaughter of six animals during a korban programme held in Kampung Matang, near here. "After the first slaughter, a villager offered to let me use a new knife he owned. "At that time, the animal was being restrained by villagers, but it broke free, possibly startled when it lifted its head. "As I was holding the knife, it slipped and struck my calf. When I lifted my robe, I saw that the calf was slashed open and the flesh exposed. Thankfully, it didn't hit any major veins or arteries," he said. Yusuf said the incident resulted in him being warded at Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital (HSNZ) in Kuala Terengganu for five days, during which he received 12 stitches. He said the experience, gained from 10 years of performing animal slaughter, now serves as a reminder for him to be more cautious in the future. Yusuf added that he has already received invitations from three villages to take part in this year's sacrificial slaughter.
The Star
21 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Saudi Arabia on high alert to safeguard 1.8 million during Haj season
MAKKAH (Bernama): With over 1.8 million pilgrims set to perform the Haj this year, Saudi Arabia has placed its security forces on the highest level of alert to ensure their safety and the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage. Director of Public Security and Chairman of the Haj Security Committee, Lieutenant General Mohammad bin Abdullah Al-Bassami, said the forces stand ready to respond decisively to any threats that could endanger pilgrims or disrupt the rites. He made the remarks during a parade of security personnel on Saturday evening, just days before the wukuf ritual at Arafah. Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, was also present to inspect the readiness of the forces in carrying out their field duties and ensuring the safety and protection of pilgrims. The parade featured personnel from various agencies, along with security vehicles, machinery, and advanced equipment. A key highlight was the simulation of multiple security scenarios, demonstrating the teams' high level of preparedness to handle and neutralise potential threats. Saudi authorities earlier announced that the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah will begin this Wednesday, with the Day of Arafah to be observed on Thursday, followed by Aidiladha on Friday. According to the General Authority for Statistics, a total of 1,833,164 Muslims from around the world are expected to perform the Hajj this year, including 1,611,310 international pilgrims and 221,854 domestic pilgrims. - Bernama
New Straits Times
a day ago
- Climate
- New Straits Times
Saudi haj security forces at full preparedness for smooth pilgrimage
MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia's Haj Security Forces are at the highest level of preparedness to ensure the safety of nearly two million pilgrims in the Holy Land and the smooth running of the 2025/1446 haj season. This assurance came from the Director of Public Security and Chairman of the Haj Security Committee, Lieutenant General Mohammad Abdullah Al-Bassami, who stressed that the security forces would not hesitate to take firm action to maintain a safe environment for pilgrims to fulfil their religious obligations. During a security forces parade last night, held just days before wukuf, Mohammad also said the Haj Security Forces are on high alert to respond to any threats or challenges that may affect the haj pilgrimage. Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Haj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, was also present to inspect the Haj Security Forces' readiness in carrying out field duties and ensuring the safety and protection of pilgrims. The parade featured personnel from various agencies, alongside displays of security assets such as vehicles, machinery, and advanced equipment. At the event, which also served as a training platform, a variety of security threat simulations were carried out, highlighting the efficiency and preparedness of the security forces in managing and neutralising threats. The Saudi government had previously announced that the annual haj pilgrimage would begin this Wednesday, with Arafah Day on Thursday, followed by Aidiladha on the next day. It was previously reported that Saudi Minister of Haj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, reiterated that ensuring pilgrims' safety while performing the fifth pillar of Islam remains a top priority, especially as temperatures during the current haj season are expected to reach up to 45 degrees Celsius. The Health Ministry has confirmed five cases of heat exhaustion among pilgrims as temperatures continue to rise. Health teams are on standby to respond swiftly to such cases, as part of the government's commitment to safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims. According to Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Statistics, a total of 1,833,164 Muslims from around the world are expected to perform the haj this year. Of this number, 1,611,310 are international pilgrims, while 221,854 are local pilgrims.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
LPT2 expects up to 60,000 vehicles daily during Aidiladha holidays
KUALA TERENGGANU: Lebuhraya Pantai Timur (LPT) 2 Sdn Bhd expects traffic volume to increase to 60,000 vehicles per day on the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) during the Aidiladha festive holidays. In a statement today, LPT2 said the surge is anticipated during peak travel days, namely June 5 and 6, as well as June 8 and 9. 'Highway users heading back to their hometowns or holidaying on the East Coast are advised to plan their journeys in advance,' it said. To manage the increase in traffic, LPT2 Sdn Bhd has implemented several initiatives, including the MyPLUS-TTA digital travel schedule, available on the PLUS app, to help distribute traffic flow and avoid congestion at specific locations along the expressway. 'We urge the public to plan their travel according to the recommended schedule, particularly for trips to hometowns from June 5 to 7, and the return journey to the Klang Valley from June 8 to 10,' it added. To ensure smooth traffic flow, it said there will be no lane closures for maintenance works on LPT2 from June 5 to 9, except for emergency repairs, accident clearance or critical maintenance. The company will also mobilise over 300 personnel throughout its operational ecosystem, particularly at toll plazas and traffic monitoring centres. 'In addition, more than 160 members of the People's Volunteer Corps (RELA) will be deployed at selected rest and service areas (R&Rs), lay-bys and toll plazas to assist with traffic management and enhance user convenience,' the statement said. LPT2 also urged the public to utilise facilities such as toilets and suraus available at nearby toll plazas. Motorists can obtain the latest traffic updates via X@lpt2trafik, the LPT2Line at 1-800-88-0220, electronic message boards at selected locations, or through national radio stations. The public is also encouraged to use navigation apps such as Waze or Google Maps to plan their routes and to contact the LPT2Line for emergency assistance if needed.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
LPT2 sees 60k vehicles daily during Aidiladha travel rush
KUALA TERENGGANU: Lebuhraya Pantai Timur (LPT) 2 Sdn Bhd expects traffic volume to increase to 60,000 vehicles per day on the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) during the Aidiladha festive holidays. In a statement today, LPT2 said the surge is anticipated during peak travel days, namely June 5 and 6, as well as June 8 and 9. 'Highway users heading back to their hometowns or holidaying on the East Coast are advised to plan their journeys in advance,' it said. To manage the increase in traffic, LPT2 Sdn Bhd has implemented several initiatives, including the MyPLUS-TTA digital travel schedule, available on the PLUS app, to help distribute traffic flow and avoid congestion at specific locations along the expressway. 'We urge the public to plan their travel according to the recommended schedule, particularly for trips to hometowns from June 5 to 7, and the return journey to the Klang Valley from June 8 to 10,' it added. To ensure smooth traffic flow, it said there will be no lane closures for maintenance works on LPT2 from June 5 to 9, except for emergency repairs, accident clearance or critical maintenance. The company will also mobilise over 300 personnel throughout its operational ecosystem, particularly at toll plazas and traffic monitoring centres. 'In addition, more than 160 members of the People's Volunteer Corps (RELA) will be deployed at selected rest and service areas (R&Rs), lay-bys and toll plazas to assist with traffic management and enhance user convenience,' the statement said. LPT2 also urged the public to utilise facilities such as toilets and suraus available at nearby toll plazas. Motorists can obtain the latest traffic updates via X@lpt2trafik, the LPT2Line at 1-800-88-0220, electronic message boards at selected locations, or through national radio stations. The public is also encouraged to use navigation apps such as Waze or Google Maps to plan their routes and to contact the LPT2Line for emergency assistance if needed.
