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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Aidiladha sacrifice strengthens community ties, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Aidiladha sacrificial rite not only fulfils religious obligations but also serves as a means to strengthen ties among the people and government agencies, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the practice highlights the spirit of unity and reinforces bonds among people from various backgrounds. "I saw a very joyful atmosphere, with children, RTM staff and representatives from IPPTAR (Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute) all coming together to take part in the sacrificial ritual. "I hope that initiatives like this will continue to strengthen the bonds among us, Insya-Allah," he told reporters at RTM's Aidiladha sacrificial event held at Masjid Muhammadi, Angkasapuri, today. A total of 13 cows were sacrificed, contributed by RTM staff and members of the mosque's committee, including one from Fahmi himself for the programme. Fahmi, who is also the Lembah Pantai member of parliament, said his parliamentary office had distributed 76 sacrificial cows to residents in the constituency. "Outside Lembah Pantai, another five cows were sacrificed through the efforts of our team. Alhamdulillah, this reflects the strong cooperation within the community," he said. He also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting similar programmes in the future, as they have proven effective in fostering unity among the people. Meanwhile, Masjid Muhammadi Angkasapuri chairman Datuk Mohamed Irwan Mansor said more than 200 individuals participated in the mosque's sacrificial event. "Alhamdulillah, the sacrificial rites were successfully carried out with the involvement of people from all walks of life, including youth, women and children who added to the festive atmosphere," he said. The event also included the distribution of sacrificial meat to asnaf groups in the Angkasapuri area, identified by the mosque committee. "Distribution coupons were given out earlier to eligible recipients, and the meat will be handed over once the cutting process is completed," he said. He added that the annual programme not only strengthens bonds among staff and the local community but also provides direct benefits to those in need.
The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
Aidiladha sacrificial rite strengthens community ties, says Fahmi
KUALA LUMPUR: The Aidiladha sacrificial rite not only fulfils religious obligations but also serves as a means to strengthen ties among the people and government agencies, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the practice highlights the spirit of unity and reinforces bonds among people from various backgrounds. "I saw a very joyful atmosphere, with children, RTM staff and representatives from IPPTAR (Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute) all coming together to take part in the sacrificial ritual. "My hope is that initiatives like this will continue to strengthen the bonds among us, Insya-Allah,' he told reporters at RTM's Aidiladha sacrificial event held at Masjid Muhammadi, Angkasapuri, on Saturday (June 7). A total of 13 cows were sacrificed, contributed by RTM staff and members of the mosque's committee, including one from Fahmi himself for the programme. Fahmi, who is also the Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, said his parliamentary office had distributed 76 sacrificial cows to residents in the constituency. "Outside Lembah Pantai, another five cows were sacrificed through the efforts of our team. Alhamdulillah, this reflects the strong cooperation within the community,' he said. He also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting similar programmes in the future, as they have proven effective in fostering unity among the people. "Even when I was just an MP previously, I took part in sacrificial rites here several times. I find it very meaningful and worth continuing, as it truly strengthens community ties,' he said. Meanwhile, Masjid Muhammadi Angkasapuri chairman Datuk Mohamed Irwan Mansor said more than 200 individuals participated in the mosque's sacrificial event. "Alhamdulillah, the sacrificial rites were successfully carried out with the involvement of people from all walks of life, including youth, women and children who added to the festive atmosphere,' he said. The event also included the distribution of sacrificial meat to asnaf groups in the Angkasapuri area, identified by the mosque committee. "Distribution coupons were given out earlier to eligible recipients, and the meat will be handed over once the cutting process is completed,' he said. He added that the annual programme not only strengthens bonds among staff and the local community but also provides direct benefits to those in need.- Bernama
The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Aidiladha sacrificial rite strengthens community ties
KUALA LUMPUR: The Aidiladha sacrificial rite not only fulfils religious obligations but also serves as a means to strengthen ties among the people and government agencies, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the practice highlights the spirit of unity and reinforces bonds among people from various backgrounds. 'I saw a very joyful atmosphere, with children, RTM staff and representatives from IPPTAR (Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute) all coming together to take part in the sacrificial ritual. 'My hope is that initiatives like this will continue to strengthen the bonds among us, Insya-Allah,' he told reporters at RTM's Aidiladha sacrificial event held at Masjid Muhammadi, Angkasapuri, today. A total of 13 cows were sacrificed, contributed by RTM staff and members of the mosque's committee, including one from Fahmi himself for the programme. Fahmi, who is also the Member of Parliament for Lembah Pantai, said his parliamentary office had distributed 76 sacrificial cows to residents in the constituency. 'Outside Lembah Pantai, another five cows were sacrificed through the efforts of our team. Alhamdulillah, this reflects the strong cooperation within the community,' he said. He also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting similar programmes in the future, as they have proven effective in fostering unity among the people. 'Even when I was just an MP previously, I took part in sacrificial rites here several times. I find it very meaningful and worth continuing, as it truly strengthens community ties,' he said. Meanwhile, Masjid Muhammadi Angkasapuri chairman Datuk Mohamed Irwan Mansor said more than 200 individuals participated in the mosque's sacrificial event. 'Alhamdulillah, the sacrificial rites were successfully carried out with the involvement of people from all walks of life, including youth, women and children who added to the festive atmosphere,' he said. The event also included the distribution of sacrificial meat to asnaf groups in the Angkasapuri area, identified by the mosque committee. 'Distribution coupons were given out earlier to eligible recipients, and the meat will be handed over once the cutting process is completed,' he said. He added that the annual programme not only strengthens bonds among staff and the local community but also provides direct benefits to those in need.
New Straits Times
27-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
IPPTAR to lead AI literacy push beyond newsrooms
KUALA LUMPUR: The Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) will play a pivotal role in extending AI literacy and digital media transformation beyond newsrooms. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the institute, which falls under the purview of the ministry, has been tasked with reviewing and adapting AI training modules for broader application across sectors. Fahmi said this cross-sector collaboration was vital as Malaysians increasingly consume content through evolving formats and platforms, requiring institutions beyond the media to rethink how they engage with the public. The minister said this during Google's "Project Sigma: Engaging Malaysian Gen Z for news" event. "The focus of Project Sigma may be on media organisations, but we recognise that any agency or body with its own audience must adapt to shifting audience behaviours," he said. Fahmi added that the government's broader aim was to ensure AI tools, while beneficial, were used responsibly and ethically, particularly in journalism and public communications. "This is about preparing organisations and individuals for an evolving information landscape," he said. Project Sigma, launched by Google in collaboration with the Communications Ministry, was designed to support Malaysian newsrooms and content creators in exploring AI tools and digital storytelling formats suited to evolving media consumption habits. Kickstarted last year, the project involved six Malaysian media organisations in a pioneering initiative that has brought Gen Z talents into the heart of news production, reshaping how the new generation engages with journalism.
Barnama
16-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Tamil Media Practitioners Urged To Stay Informed, Support Accurate Dissemination Of Govt Policies
GENERAL PORT DICKSON, May 16 (Bernama) -- Tamil media practitioners must keep abreast of the latest technological trends and stay informed to ensure government policies and initiatives are communicated accurately and effectively to the Tamil-speaking community, said Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (Telecommunications Infrastructure) Mano Verabathran. He said this could be achieved through participation in training and upskilling programmes such as those organised by the Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR). 'The Creativity and Innovation in Tamil Media Content Development course by IPPTAR here today, for example, offers exposure to essential techniques that empower Tamil media professionals. Those interested can reach out to IPPTAR for similar opportunities. 'We do hope such training would enhance the participants' capabilities to produce more meaningful news and ensure the Tamil-speaking public is well informed about national policies,' he told Bernama after officiating the closing of the three-day course, which ran from May 14 to 16 and involved 18 participants from online, private, and government media. Also present was IPPTAR Head of Academic Division, S. Kumaran, who noted that this was the first course of its kind tailored for the Indian community, aimed to expose the participants to mobile journalism (MoJo) tools and techniques for producing content quickly and efficiently using mobile technology. 'This course represents a paradigm shift for many participants who have never attended such training before. The MoJo session empowered them to refine and enhance their existing skills,' he said. Kumaran added that the course also featured a session on journalistic ethics and responsibility, conducted by the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) editor-in-chief, Arul Rajoo Durar Raj, which was crucial for helping participants understand how to create factually accurate and responsible content. Meanwhile, he said IPPTAR plans to turn the course into an annual event, with more targeted series in the future. 'These 18 participants will act as ambassadors to promote IPPTAR's programmes. Through their feedback, we'll learn more about the needs of Indian media practitioners and can design future course series accordingly. This course is essentially our pilot project,' he added.
