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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Kaamatan, Gawai symbols of unity, harmony among Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day, celebrated from today until Monday (June 2), are proof that harmony, tolerance and consensus can unite the people of Malaysia as one big family regardless of race, religion and background. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said these festivals not only symbolised gratitude for their harvest but reflected the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the people of Sabah and Sarawak. 'From May 30 to June 2 every year, Malaysians, particularly the Kadazan, Dusun, Murut, Rungus, Dayak community and various other ethnicities in Sabah and Sarawak celebrate the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day as a symbol of gratitude for the harvest. 'May the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day celebrations this year bring goodness, prosperity and a brighter future for all Malaysians, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak. Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai!,' he posted on X today. Meanwhile, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the Kaamatan Festival proved that cultural diversity in this country not only exists but is also proudly celebrated. 'In the spirit of MADANI Malaysia, values like mutual respect, celebrating differences and living together peacefully are principles that we all jointly uphold. 'On behalf of the Home Ministry staff, I would like to wish Happy Kaamatan Festival to everyone in Sabah celebrating this festival with great spirit and joy,' he posted on Facebook today. Saifuddin hopes that this year's Kaamatan Festival will be celebrated in a peaceful and meaningful atmosphere and continue to strengthen the spirit of togetherness among the people. 'Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan!', he said. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa also hopes that this season of celebration will bring an abundance of sustenance, good health and closer ties among all people. 'I want to wish Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai to everyone celebrating them. 'Malaysia is strong because we complement each other. Each time we uplift each other's culture, we are building a country with love and respect in the spirit of MADANI Malaysia,' she said. Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, meanwhile, has described the Kaamatan Festival being celebrated in full tradition as not only a symbol of gratitude for the harvest but one that has a broader meaning. He posted on Facebook that the values and meaning of the festival can be seen in the unity of the people celebrating it in an atmosphere of harmony, tolerance and mutual respect. 'May this celebration, aptly themed 'Kaamatan For All', strengthen unity, celebrate cultural diversity and bring joy to everyone. Kotobian Tadau Tagaza Do Kaamatan. Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan,' he said. Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said Gawai Day is celebrated every June 1 by the Dayak community in Sarawak as a sign of gratitude for the harvest and the beginning of their New Year. 'It is filled with customs, traditional dances, special food, and a warm spirit of togetherness. Happy Gawai Day to all who are celebrating! May this festival bring joy and prosperity and strengthen bonds of friendship. Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai,' he posted on Facebook.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Leaders extend Kaamatan, Gawai greetings to Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day, celebrated from today until Monday (June 2), are proof that harmony, tolerance and consensus can unite the people of Malaysia as one big family regardless of race, religion and background. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said these festivals not only symbolised gratitude for their harvest but reflected the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the people of Sabah and Sarawak. 'From May 30 to June 2 every year, Malaysians, particularly the Kadazan, Dusun, Murut, Rungus, Dayak community and various other ethnicities in Sabah and Sarawak celebrate the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day as a symbol of gratitude for the harvest. 'May the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day celebrations this year bring goodness, prosperity and a brighter future for all Malaysians, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak. Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai!,' he posted on X today. Meanwhile, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the Kaamatan Festival proved that cultural diversity in this country not only exists but is also proudly celebrated. 'In the spirit of MADANI Malaysia, values like mutual respect, celebrating differences and living together peacefully are principles that we all jointly uphold. 'On behalf of the Home Ministry staff, I would like to wish Happy Kaamatan Festival to everyone in Sabah celebrating this festival with great spirit and joy,' he posted on Facebook today. Saifuddin hopes that this year's Kaamatan Festival will be celebrated in a peaceful and meaningful atmosphere and continue to strengthen the spirit of togetherness among the people. 'Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan!', he said. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa also hopes that this season of celebration will bring an abundance of sustenance, good health and closer ties among all people. 'I want to wish Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai to everyone celebrating them. 'Malaysia is strong because we complement each other. Each time we uplift each other's culture, we are building a country with love and respect in the spirit of MADANI Malaysia,' she said. Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, meanwhile, has described the Kaamatan Festival being celebrated in full tradition as not only a symbol of gratitude for the harvest but one that has a broader meaning. He posted on Facebook that the values and meaning of the festival can be seen in the unity of the people celebrating it in an atmosphere of harmony, tolerance and mutual respect. 'May this celebration, aptly themed 'Kaamatan For All', strengthen unity, celebrate cultural diversity and bring joy to everyone. Kotobian Tadau Tagaza Do Kaamatan. Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan,' he said. Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said Gawai Day is celebrated every June 1 by the Dayak community in Sarawak as a sign of gratitude for the harvest and the beginning of their New Year. 'It is filled with customs, traditional dances, special food, and a warm spirit of togetherness. Happy Gawai Day to all who are celebrating! May this festival bring joy and prosperity and strengthen bonds of friendship. Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai,' he posted on Facebook.
Barnama
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Barnama
Kaamatan, Gawai Symbols Of Unity, Harmony Among Malaysians
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day, celebrated from today until Monday (June 2), are proof that harmony, tolerance and consensus can unite the people of Malaysia as one big family regardless of race, religion and background. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said these festivals not only symbolised gratitude for their harvest but reflected the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the people of Sabah and Sarawak. "From May 30 to June 2 every year, Malaysians, particularly the Kadazan, Dusun, Murut, Rungus, Dayak community and various other ethnicities in Sabah and Sarawak celebrate the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day as a symbol of gratitude for the harvest. "May the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day celebrations this year bring goodness, prosperity and a brighter future for all Malaysians, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak. Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai!,' he posted on X today. Meanwhile, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the Kaamatan Festival proved that cultural diversity in this country not only exists but is also proudly celebrated. "In the spirit of MADANI Malaysia, values like mutual respect, celebrating differences and living together peacefully are principles that we all jointly uphold. "On behalf of the Home Ministry staff, I would like to wish Happy Kaamatan Festival to everyone in Sabah celebrating this festival with great spirit and joy,' he posted on Facebook today. Saifuddin hopes that this year's Kaamatan Festival will be celebrated in a peaceful and meaningful atmosphere and continue to strengthen the spirit of togetherness among the people. 'Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan!', he said.
The Star
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Cabinet Ministers: Kaamatan, Gawai symbols of unity, harmony among Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day, celebrated from today until Monday (June 2), are proof that harmony, tolerance and consensus can unite the people of Malaysia as one big family regardless of race, religion and background. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said these festivals not only symbolised gratitude for their harvest but also reflected the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the people of Sabah and Sarawak. "From May 30 to June 2 every year, Malaysians, particularly the Kadazan, Dusun, Murut, Rungus, Dayak community and various other ethnicities in Sabah and Sarawak celebrate the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day as a symbol of gratitude for the harvest. "May the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Day celebrations this year bring goodness, prosperity and a brighter future for all Malaysians, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak. Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai!," he posted on X on Friday (May 30). Meanwhile, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the Kaamatan Festival proved that cultural diversity in this country not only exists but is also proudly celebrated. "In the spirit of Madani Malaysia, values like mutual respect, celebrating differences and living together peacefully are principles that we all jointly uphold. 'On behalf of the Home Ministry staff, I would like to wish Happy Kaamatan Festival to everyone in Sabah celebrating this festival with great spirit and joy," he posted on Facebook on Friday. Saifuddin hopes that this year's Kaamatan Festival will be celebrated in a peaceful and meaningful atmosphere and continue to strengthen the spirit of togetherness among the people. "Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan!", he said. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa also hopes that this season of celebration will bring an abundance of sustenance, good health and closer ties among all people. "I want to wish Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan and Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai to everyone celebrating them. "Malaysia is strong because we complement each other. Each time we uplift each other's culture, we are building a country with love and respect in the spirit of Madani Malaysia," she said. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, meanwhile, has described the Kaamatan Festival being celebrated in full tradition as not only a symbol of gratitude for the harvest but one that has a broader meaning. He posted on Facebook that the values and meaning of the festival can be seen in the unity of the people celebrating it in an atmosphere of harmony, tolerance and mutual respect. "May this celebration, aptly themed 'Kaamatan For All', strengthen unity, celebrate cultural diversity and bring joy to everyone. Kotobian Tadau Tagaza Do Kaamatan. Kaamatan Montok Toinsanan," he said. National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said Gawai Day is celebrated every June 1 by the Dayak community in Sarawak as a sign of gratitude for the harvest and the beginning of their New Year. "It is filled with customs, traditional dances, special food, and a warm spirit of togetherness. Happy Gawai Day to all who are celebrating! May this festival bring joy and prosperity and strengthen bonds of friendship. Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai," he posted on Facebook. – Bernama
NDTV
3 days ago
- NDTV
"Looks Like They Went On A Hike": Meghalaya Chief Minister On Missing Couple
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday said he is "personally monitoring" the administration and police's efforts to trace a newly married couple from Madhya Pradesh, who went missing in Cherrapunji a week ago. Raja, a transport businessman and his wife, Sonam, had arrived from Indore to the northeastern state for their honeymoon on May 20. The two were last spotted in Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji, before they went missing on May 23. Sohra is a popular tourist destination in the East Khasi Hills district of the state. The couple's family has offered a reward of Rs 5 lakh to anyone who can provide information on their whereabouts. In a video statement, Mr Sangma said it was not just the police and the administration, but the entire local community that were involved in the search efforts. He also said that he has received calls from the Home Ministry and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in this regard. "Few days ago, an unfortunate incident happened where a newly-wed couple from Madhya Pradesh had come to Meghalaya, Sohra. We got reports that they went missing. It is a very very unfortunate situation. My counterpart from Madhya Pradesh, the chief minister, has spoken to me. I have received a call from the Home Ministry," he said. "I have been monitoring this situation personally on a daily basis. The SP as well as the entire administration, and the police force have been on the job 24*7 to find the couple. Not only the administration but the entire village and the community in that area is also participating in this search," he added. The Meghalaya Chief Minister, however, flagged certain challenges linked to the search operation ahead of the Monsoon season. "We are using all the possible technology available with us to help us in our endeavour. As you are aware, this is the pre-monsoon era and Cherrapunji and the entire belt is known for heavy rainfall. Hence, it is a very, very difficult task as we move along but we are giving it our best to ensure that we are able to find the couple," he said. He said the couple had rented a bike that was found abandoned on the main road, on the day they went missing. "It looks like after leaving the bike there, they have gone off road to hike. The area that they went to, both sides have hiking treks, they are very steep. Keeping in mind the monsoon season, the area is very slippery. The search area is very, very big. We are working very hard to trace them. We are hopeful that we will be able to find them," he said. He reiterated that tourists, especially in Sohra area, are like a family for the people of the state. "Every single village has offered their help. They are tirelessly working along with the administration. We are hopeful that we will get positive results," he said. Sources said the matter is being probed by the top brass in the state government. Mr Sangma is also in constant touch with the search agencies and concerned authorities, they said. On Wednesday, Indore MP Shankar Lalwani arrived in Shillong to meet senior police officers, including Director General of Police (DGP) Idashisha Nongrang. In a post on X, he said that ensuring the safety of Indore's citizens is his top priority. He assured that every possible effort is being made to locate the missing couple. Mr Lalwani said that in his meeting with the DGP, it emerged that tribal residents in the area where the couple went missing are being questioned. He said the rented bike and the couple's belongings were found in different spots. On Tuesday night, the couple's two bags were found in a ditch near the dense bushes. A day later, the search was briefly halted amid heavy rainfall in the area.
