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- Do more for the good for all during Ramadan, says Muhyiddin
- Kuala Besut: PAS hopes to overturn BN's large winning margin
- Two suspected carjackers crash in attempt to escape police
| Do more for the good for all during Ramadan, says Muhyiddin Posted: PUTRAJAYA: Muslims should not use the holy month of Ramadan as an excuse to slow down productivity, but rather strive to do more for the good of all, said Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. He said fasting, as required of Muslims throughout Ramadan, was not a hindrance for them to continue with whatever work that could help themselves, their families or society as a whole. "Be it in business, developing the economy, increasing the family income ... all these are noble efforts that are outlined by our faith," he said at the launch of the Putrajaya Ramadan Festival 2013 here yesterday. Muhyiddin said Malaysia was blessed with the fact that it had been able to maintain peace, harmony and unity among different communities that call the country home. He said Malaysians of other faiths had joined hands with the Muslims to foster understanding and acceptance, which in turn allowed the country to grow into a successful Islamic nation. "This is what so special about our country, which we have built together. This is why, when we celebrate Ramadan, we must not forget the major challenges faced by Muslims the world over. "Muslims are faced with threats to their security and unity, their lives and happiness. Muslims (in Malaysia) should always be grateful for the grace God has granted us all this while," he said. Meanwhile, residents and visitors to the festival in Putrajaya will have a full 29 days to enjoy the mouth-watering spread of food and bargain buys in preparation for Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Located along Kiblat Walk between the Putrajaya Corporation building and the Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin mosque, nearly 300 stalls sell everything from grilled chicken to clothing and goods straight from the factory. The festival ends on Aug 7 and is expected to be made into an annual event. |
| Kuala Besut: PAS hopes to overturn BN's large winning margin Posted: BESUT: PAS is hoping voters will return to the party and deliver a win in the upcoming Kuala Besut by-election. PAS president Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang said the party won the state seat several times, with the last one in 1999 thus it was not impossible for it to happen again. "I am confident the people of Kuala Besut will make the right decision in choosing our candidate "The seat is crucial to determine PAS takes over the state government," he said. A newcomer to politics, Azlan @ Endut Yusof, 48, is optimistic of his chances in the by-election to be held on July 24. "Whenever one goes into a contest, confidence is half of the battle. "God willing, we (PAS) can win this for the sake of the people," said Azlan, whose business is based in Kota Baru. The father of six children said his campaign motto is "Sedia Berkhidmat" (Ready to Serve). The Besut PAS treasurer, who hails from Kampung Baru here, is popularly known as Che Long among the locals. Azlan said he was grateful for the party leadership for giving him a chance to serve the people. "The support of my wife Zabiah Mohammad is also instrumental in my decision to accept the candidacy," he said. Meanwhile PAS by-election director Datuk Husam Musa said the selection of Azlan was based on the party's grassroots sentiments. "We are confident he will be accepted by the people. "I feel a win ( in the by-election) will lead to a more interesting political scenario in the state, whereby the number of state seats will be tied at 16-16." he said. |
| Two suspected carjackers crash in attempt to escape police Posted: JOHOR BAHARU: Two suspected carjackers were injured in a bid to escape from the police when the car they were in skidded and crashed in Skudai Kiri here Wednesday. The Proton Satria car was reduced to a wreck at a road-shoulder, following a 15-minute chase at about 4.50pm. Johor Baharu Utara police chief ACP Ruslan Hassan said the duo, in their late 30s, were detained and sent to the Sultanah Aminah Hospital. "Our initial investigations revealed the vehicle was reported stolen in Majidee in 2011, and the duo are suspected to be car thieves," he said. - Bernama |
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