Royal Graveyard in Bukit Mertajam

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His Royal Highness the Tunku Temenggong of Kedah, Tunku Sallehudin ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah consent to visit the Kedahan Royal Graveyard at Kampung Kota, Permatang Pasir, Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang. 8 tombs were found around the area where five of them were marked by the grave tombs. Among them were the grave of the late 20th Prince of Sultan Muhammad Jiwa, Tunku (Prince) Sulaiman and his cousin, Tunku Kutam.

According to history, Tunku Sulaiman reside in Kampung Kota from 1804 - 1845 to go into seclusion from the throne succession crisis of the 22nd Sultan of Kedah. It is also the place where Tunku Sulaiman and his brother, Sultan Ahmad Tajuddin evacuate when the Sultanate of Kedah was invaded by the Kingdom of Siam in 1821.

The State of Kedah Museum Board stated that, the graveyard will be conserved and dubbed as State Heritage Site.

Govenor of Sarawak re-appointed for two more years

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin presented the instrument of appointment to Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin for his re-appointment as the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sarawak for two years.

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin consent to deliver the instrument of appointment to His Excellency the Yang Dipertua Negeri (Head of State) of Sarawak, Tun Abang Muhammad Salahuddin bin Abang Barieng for two years starting effectively on December 5, 2011. Tun Abang Muhammad Salahuddin will be re-appointed as the Governor of Sarawak for two more years until 2013, in a ceremony held at Istana Melawati, Putrajaya.

Also present at the ceremony were Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Abd Razak; Deputy Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Mohd Sidek Hassan.

Oath of Office

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HE Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin signed the statutory declaration and proclamation letter witnessed by Tan Sri Abd Taib Mahmud and Tan Sri Richard Malanjum.

After receiving the Instrument of appointment from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia, Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin today took his oath of office as the Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sarawak at a ceremony a Dewan Lapau, Sarawak State Legislative Assembly building in Petra Jaya. Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin, 90, also signed the statutory declaration as the Yang Dipertua Negeri, witnessed by the Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak, Tan Sri Richard Malanjum and the proclamation letter, witnessed by Chief Minister, Tan Sri Abd Taib Mahmud.

Also present at the ceremony were his wife, Toh Puan Norkiah; Deputy Chief Minister, Tan Sri Alfred Jabu; Sarawak State Assembly Speaker, Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia bin Awang Nassar and Sarawak State Secretary, Datuk Amar Mohamad Morshidi bin Abdul Ghani.

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HE Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin and wife, Toh Puan Norkiah shakes hand with the state leaders after taking his oath as the Yang Dipertua Negeri at the State Legislative Assembly Building in Petra Jaya.

Tun Abg Muhammad Salahuddin had first served as the third Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sarawak from 1977 - 1981. He was re-appointed as the sixth Yang Dipertua Negeri in 2001 succeeding Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce Mohamed Noor who died in 2001, thus become the first person to serve as the Yang Dipertua Negeri twice in any State in Malaysia. His tenure of service was extended in 2004, 2006 and 2008.

Arts Exhibition by YSB

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HRH Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz with a painting of a paddy field that will be displayed in the art exhibitions

The Yayasan Sultanah Bahiyah (YSB), Sultanah Bahiyah Foundation will organize an art exhibition with " Arts Into The New Millennium 2011" as its theme. It is estimated the value of the exhibition is around RM500,000 and will be held at Muzium Kesenian Islam Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur from 1 to 14 December 2011. The Chairman of YSB, Her Royal Highness Datuk Seri Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz binti Sultan Abdul Halim said, 66 work of art by 14 Kedahan painter will be displayed at the exhibition. The exhibition is also to collect funds to the foundation from the sale of the work of arts. The ranging of the painting prices is from RM5,500 to RM22,000.

The opening of the exhibition is scheduled to be officiated by His Royal Highness the Sultan of Kedah, Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah on December 1 at 3pm.

Reunion of Class 71

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HRH Raja Zarith Sofia with her former classmate in a reunion ceremony of Class 71 in Johor Bahru

Her Royal Highness Raja Zarith Sofia consent to attend the reunion ceremony of Class 71 Sekolah Rendah Jenis Kebangsaan (SRJK) Datin Khadijah, Kuala Kangsar in Johor Bahru. The ceremony started on 8 pm also attended by other 20 former student of the school who is also the classmates of Raja Zarith Sofia. According to the consort of the Sultan of Johor, it is not the first time they've met, as a similar reunion also been held in 2007 at Kuala Lumpur.

It is agreeable that another reunion will take place another 8 years in the future.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; Other State Celebration

The celebration of the Maal Hijrah 1433H continues. Here is the several scope of the State Level maal Hijrah celebration in several States.

State of Kedah

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His Royal Highness the Sultan of Kedah, Sultan Abd Halim Muadzam Shah consent to attend the Kedah State Level Maal Hijrah 1433 Celebration in Dewan Seri Mentaloon. In the ceremony, the Sultan awarded the State of Kedah Maal Hijrah Most Prominent Figure Award to Senior Lecturer of Kolej Universiti Insaniah (Kuin), Profesor Madya Dr. Abd Aziz Hanafi.

State of Kelantan

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In the State of Kelantan, His Royal Highness the Tengku Mahkota (Crown Prince) of Kelantan consent to officiate the Kelantan State Level Maal Hijrah 1433 Celebration ceremony held at Lundang Islamic Complex, Kota Bharu. Also attending the ceremony were Deputy Menteri Besar, Datuk Ahmad Yakob and Chairman of State Islamic Development Committee, Datuk Mohd. Amar Nik Abdullah.

In the ceremony, the Crown Prince awarded the Hijratul Rasul 1433H Most Prominent Figure Award to Syarie Chief Judge of Kelantan, Datuk Daud Mohamad.

State of Pahang

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In the celebration of Maal Hijrah 1433 in Pahang State Level, the Sultan of Pahang consent to award the Maal Hijrah 1433 Most Prominent Figure to former Menteri Besar of Pahang, Tan Sri Abdul Rashid bin Abdul Rahman.

State of Negeri Sembilan

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Meanwhile, at the Negeri Sembilan State Level celebration of Maal Hijrah 1433, His Royal Highness the Yang Dipertuan Besar (Grand Ruler) of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir consent to attend the ceremony held at Pusat Dakwah Islamiah, Paroi. In the ceremony, the Maal Hijrah 1433 Most Prominent Figure were awarded to Prof. Dr. Ir. Zaini Ujang by Tuanku Munawir.

Also attended the ceremony were Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and the State Secretary, Datuk Mat Ali Hassan.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; Sabah State Level

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From right ; Mohd Zikri Zainudin, Dr Suzain Suhaimi, Datuk Mohd Noor Wahab and Akriah Barabag @ Abdullah

His Excellency the Yang Dipertuan Negeri (Head of State) of Sabah, Tun Juhar Mahiruddin consent to attend the Sabah State Level Maal Hijrah 1433 celebration held at Kota Kinabalu. Almost 1,000 people were present at the ceremony. Also attending the ceremony were Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Musa Aman and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Nasir Tun Sakaran.

In the ceremony, former Syarie Chief Judge, Datuk Mohd Noor Wahab was been awarded the Maal Hijrah 1433 Most Prominent Figure award. Also received an award in the ceremony were Dr. Suzain Suhaimi who received the Saiydatina Khadijah award; Mohd Zikri Zainudin received the Khalid Ibni Walid award and Akriah Barabag @ Abdullah received the Abd Rahman Auf award.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; National Level Celebration

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin presented the Anugerah Tokoh Maal Hijrah to Prof Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Abd Shukor Husin

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin consent to deliver the Maal Hijrah 1433H National Award in the ceremony held at Putrajaya International Convention Center (PICC), Putrajaya. The recipient of the prestigious award of National Maal Hijrah Prominent Figures 1433H fall to the Chairman of National Fatwa Council, Prof. Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Abd Shukor Husin. While the award of International Maal Hijrah Prominent Figures 1433H falls to the Haj Minister of Saudi Arabia, Dr Fouad Abdul Salam. Dr Fouad, 65, who could not attend the ceremony will receive the award at a special ceremony later.

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong presented cash prize of RM100,000, contribution of RM10,000 from Ubadi Foundation, Medal, gift, certificate and plaque to Dr Abd Shukor Husin. Accompanied the Yang di-Pertuan Agong was Her Royal Highness the Raja Permaisuri Agong (the Supreme Queen) of Malaysia, Tuanku Nur Zahirah.

Also present were the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Abd Razak and wife, Datin Seri Rosmah Mansur; Deputy Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and wife, Puan Sri Norainee Abdul Rahman and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; Pulau Pinang State Level Celebration

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His Excellency the Yang Dipertua Negeri (Head of State) of Pulau Pinang, Tun Abdul Rahman bin Abbas agree to present the Maal Hijrah 1433 State Award to Manager of Syifa' Medical Clinic, Dr. Danial Zainal Abidin. Also attended the ceremony were the Speaker of State Assembly, Datuk Abd Halim Hussein.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; Malacca State Level Celebration

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HE Tun Mohd Khalil presented the Maal Hijrah 1433 Special Award to Azman Ali.

His Excellency the Yang Dipertua Negeri (Head of State) of Melaka, Tun Mohd Khalil bin Yaakob agree to deliver the Maal Hijrah 1433 Award to the Sahibus Sahamah Mufti of Melaka, Datuk Rashid Redza bin Md Salleh in the ceremony held at Masjid Al-Azim. The Mufti who is also Malacca-born received a cash prize of RM10,000, gift, plaque and certificate by the Yang Dipertua Negeri.

In the pictures is a recipient of Special Maal Hijrah Award, Azman Ali who actively represented the State and Country in a Paralimpic Sport. He received RM1,500 cash, gift, plaque and certificate. Also attended the ceremony were Chief Minister of Melaka, Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam; Speaker of Melaka State Assembly, Datuk Wira Othman bin Muhamad and State Secretary, Datuk Wira Omar Kaseh.

Superior Leadership Award

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HRH Sultan Ahmad Shah reading a book at the exhibition after receiving the award.

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Pahang, Sultan Ahmad Shah consent to receive the Anugerah Pemimpin Unggul, Superior Leadership Award from the Ministry of Women, Family and Community on his services, especially to women. The award ceremony was jointly organized by Majlis Bekas Wakil Rakyat Malaysia (Mubarak), Malaysia Former Assemblymen Association and the State Goverment. The award was presented by the Minister of Women, Family and Community, Datuk Seri Shahrizat binti Abd Jalil.

Accompanied the Sultan of Pahang were Her Royal Highness the Sultanah of Pahang, Sultanah Kalsom. Also attended the ceremony were Menteri Besar of Pahang, Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob and Chairman of Mubarak, Datuk Seri Abd Aziz Rahman.

Maal Hijrah 1433 ; Selangor State Level Celebration

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HH Tengku Sulaiman Shah presented the Maal Hijrah 1433 Award to Datuk Ismail Kamus

His Highness the Tengku Panglima Diraja of Selangor, Tengku Sulaiman Shah consent to deliver the Maal Hijrah 1433 Most Prominent Personality Award in conjunction with the Selangor State Level Maal Hijrah 1433 celebration on behalf of His Royal Highness the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah in the ceremony held at Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, Shah Alam.

The award goes to Religious Scholar, Datuk Ismail Kamus who received RM20,000 in cash from the State Government and Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS), Selangor Tithes Board, a Haj package, a medal and a certificate. Recipients of other categories included the owner of Chinese Muslim restaurant "Mohd Chan", Muhammad Chan Abdullah, 58; retired religious teacher, Said Husin, 80, and Deputy President of Malaysia Amal Foundation, Jamaludin Elias, 48, who each received RM10,000.

Maal Hijrah 1433

Assalamualaikum and Peace be upon all of you.

Welcome to my blog.

First of all, Radin's Blog here today wishing to all Muslims out there a brand new Happy New Year of 1433 Hijriah. The year of Hijriah, as its name comply, was taken from the hijrah of Nabi Muhammad pbuh, from Makkah al-Mukkaramah to Madinah al-Munawwarah. In the history of Islam, it is the third and the last hijrah of Nabi Muhammad.

Wishing all the best to all and may all of us gets the blessing from the almighty Allah and may He forgives us all, as we an ordinary human being are not free from making mistakes.

Salam.

Syariah Judiciary Department building inauguration ceremony

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HRH Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah open the new Syariah Judiciary Department building

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah consent to officiate the new Syariah Judiciary Department building in Jalan Masjid, Seksyen 5, Shah Alam. In the ceremony, the Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah signed the plate and knock the ceremonial inauguration hammer and announce the new building open.

In his speech, the Sultan Sharafuddin stated that the Syariah Court should be seen as an institution of integrity and high quality in effort to build public confidence and trust. Hence, he said Syariah Court personnel, particularly syarie judges should equip themselves with knowledge in various disciplines in the face of mounting challenges so that public confidence in Syariah Court would not dissipate.

WWF Coins launching ceremony

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HRH Sultan Azlan Shah put down his signature during the launching ceremony of WWF coins

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Azlah Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Yusof consent to officiate the launching ceremony of WWF commemorative coins in conjunction of 50th anniversary of World Wildlife Fund (WWF) at Sasana Kijang Bank Negara, Kuala Lumpur. Also present in the ceremony were the Governor of Central Bank, Tan Sri Zeti Akhtar Aziz and Malaysia WWF Executive Chairman, Datuk Dr. Dionysius Sharma.

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The Central Bank launch three types of WWF coins, a gold (999.9), silver (92.5) and nordic gold. Each of them worth of RM1,800, RM150 and RM10 each.

Tuanku Mizan returned to Malaysia

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin arrived at Subang Airport after completed his five-day working visit to Antartica

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin returned from a five-day working visit to scientific centres in Antarctica. Tuanku Mizan flew in to the Royal Malaysian Air Force base in Subang near here and was welcomed by senior deputy secretary-general of the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Othman Mahmood and Keeper of the Rulers' Seal Datuk Syed Danial Syed Ahmad. The visit to the South Pole was in conjunction with Malaysia's formal accession to the Antarctic Treaty 1959 on Oct 31 this year as a non-consultative member.

Tuanku Mizan was accompanied on the trip by Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili, Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) Antarctica Task Force chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor, National Antarctica Research Centre (NARC) director Prof Datuk Dr Azizan Abu Samah and Mohamad Mudanoran Mohamad Mushaari of the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama).

Tuanku Mizan and his entourage went to Cape Royds where Shackleton's Hut is located. The hut was built by Ernest Shackleton during his expedition between 1901 and 1904. They also had a panoramic view of Barne Glacier, with its sculptures rising 30m above water level, as well as the Emperor penguins, the largest of the penguin species. The trip included a visit to Scott's Hut in Cape Evans. The hut was built by Robert Falcon Scott during his expedition to Antarctica between 1910 and 1913. Conservation works on the two huts are part of efforts to preserve the historic sites in the South Pole. The two huts have become iconic and historic destinations for researchers and scientists in Antarctica. Tuanku Mizan also had an aerial view of the Scott Research Centre.

Tuanku Mizan visits two of Antartica's Attractive Locations

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin taking the picture of Dragon Fish while on his visit at Switzerland Fish Research Centre

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin visited two attractive locations in Antarctica on Wednesday before ending his visit to the South Pole. Tuanku Mizan visited the Switzerland Fish Research Centre, which conducts research on the blood content and anti-blood clot system of the various species of fish that inhabit the ocean in Antarctica. He was accompanied by Academy of Sciences Malaysia Antarctica Taskforce chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor and the Environment Division director of New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade Ministry, Caroline McDonald. The royal entourage also visited the McMurdo Station, a facility managed by the United States Air Force.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin was briefed by Paul Sheppard when visiting the First Admiral Richard Evelyn Byrd Memorial at McMurdo Station

The King, accompanied by Chief Executive of Antarctica New Zealand Lou Sanson, then left for Pegasus Ice Runway Airport to depart to Christchurch, New Zealand on a US air force Hercules C130, piloted by Major Paul Bernasconi. He was accompanied by Academy of Sciences Malaysia Antarctica Taskforce chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor and the Environment Division director of New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade Ministry, Caroline McDonald.

Present to greet the King on his arrival at the Christchurch Airport were the Malaysian High Commissioner to New Zealand, Datuk Mazlan Muhammad, and officers at the High Commission. Also accompanying him from Antarctica were Commanding officer of the 13th Air Force, Joint Task Force-Security Force Antarctica, Lieutenant General Ted Kresge, and about 10 international scientists and researchers who had completed their task in the South Pole.

Selangor Police Headquarter inauguration ceremony

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HRH Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah put the sword as a symbolic of the police contingent new headquarter at the vicinity of IPK Selangor

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah consent to officiate the inauguration ceremony of Selangor Police Contingent Headquarter and Shah Alam Police District Headquarter at Shah Alam, Selangor. Attending the ceremony were Home Minister, Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Tun Hussein; Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Ismail Omar; his Deputy, Datuk Seri Khalid Abu Bakar and Selangor Police Chief, Datuk Tun Hisan Tum Hamzah.

In his speech, the Sultan express his sadness and upset with the action made by certain parties in the State who always criticizing and bad-mouth the Police. Thus, the Sultan ordered all the people in the state to continue to comply with the law and support the police duties to ensure the country remains peaceful and quiet. In addition, he also reminded the police force to maintain discipline and integrity, including ensuring that the evidence for a case to continue to be treated with care so that they are not lost or damaged.

Tuanku Mizan visits Antartica Scientific Centre

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin on Tuesday took a 20-minute helicopter ride to visit scientific centres in Antarctica. The Aerospace EC130 helicopter was manned by Captain Rob McPhail. Also present were Chief Executive of Antarctica New Zealand, Lou Sanson; Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation , Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Johnity Ongkili; Academy of Sciences Malaysia Antarctica Taskforce chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor and Bernama reporter.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin and delegates at the Sir Ernest Shackleton cabin

Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin was first taken to Cape Royds where the Shackleton's Hut was located. The hut was built by Ernest Shackleton during his expedition between 1901 and 1904. The trip continued with a visit to Scott's Hut in Cape Evans. The hut was built by Robert Falcon Scott during his expedition to Antarctica between 1910 and 1913. It is learnt that the conservation works on the two huts were being done as an effort to preserve the historic sites for researchers and scientists in the South Pole. The two huts had become iconic and historic destinations for researchers and scientists in Antarctica.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin taking a leisure picture with a group of Emperor Penguin at the back.

Tuanku Mizan and his entourage were also taken to see the panoramic view of the Barne Glacier with its sculptures rising about 30 metres above water level, as well as the Emperor Penguin, which is the tallest and heaviest of all living penguin species. During the return trip, Tuanku Mizan was also given a tour and aerial view of Scott Research Centre.

Sultan of Johor Birthday Celebration ; From the Royal Capital

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HRH Sultan Ibrahim of Johor at the Tea Party

In conjunction of the 53rd Birthday Celebration of His Royal Highness the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, a Tea Party event was held at Dataran Bandaraya Johor Bahru. The Sultan Ibrahim consent to attend the tea party and mingled with the people. It is estimated around 10,000 peoples present in the event.

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Among the people attending the Tea Party

Accompanied the Sultan at the tea party were Her Royal Highness the Tuanku Raja Zarith Sofia; His Royal Highness the Tunku Mahkota (Crown Prince) of Johor, Tunku Ismail Idris; The Sultan's Mother, Her Highness the Enche' Besar of Johor, Kalsom Abdullah (nee, Josephine Ruby Trevorrow) and other members of Johorean Royal Family. Also present at the party were Menteri Besar of Johor, Datuk Abdul Ghani Othman; State Secretary, Datuk Obet Tawil; Executive Councillors and State's Officials. Various food and delicacy were served like mi goreng, laksa Johor, nasi himpit, mi rebus, mi bandung, nasi ayam, sate, murtabak, traditional cakes and beverages.

The event was also entertained by artists performances and various ethnics cultural performances.

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The Indigenous Tribes "Ketam Bangkang" dance performance

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The Indian tribe performance of "Peacock dance"

Tuanku Mizan arrives in Antartica

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin arrived at Pegasus Airfield

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin arrived at Scott Base on Monday for a special working visit to Antarctica. The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin and his entourage arrived in the South Pole on a special United States Air Force C-17 Globe Master aircraft which landed at Pegasus Airfield, where the runway was built on frozen sea water, at about 1pm local time.

The entourage comprised, among others, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Johnity Ongkili, Academy of Sciences Malaysia Antarctica Taskforce chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor, National Antarctica Research Centre director Prof Datuk Dr Azizan Abu Samah. Also on board the aircraft were 70 international researchers and scientists who will be conducting research in Antarctica.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin was greeted by David Washer upon his arrival to Pegasus Airfield

Tuanku Mizan was met on arrival by Antarctica Service Supervisor, David Washer, and was later taken on a 20-minute ride to Scott Research Centre. A briefing on Antarctica was given to the Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin by Chief Executive of Antarctica New Zealand Lou Sanson before he took a ride on a tracked vehicle, known as Hagglund, to visit Castle Rock and Antarctic Field Training Camp.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin and Minister Maximus Johnity Ongkili walking to the Scott Base on the McMurdo Sound Sea ice sheet.

HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin meddling with the Weddel Seal in his 2 hour journey to Scott Base

On the second day in Antarctica, the King is scheduled to go on a helicopter trip across Mc Murdo Sound and visit the hut occupied by Captain Scott between 1910 and 1912 in Cape Evans and the hut occupied by Sir Ernest Shackleton between 1907 and 1909 in Cape Royds.

"The Rulers of Malaysia" book launching ceremony

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HRH Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah consent to read the 16th volumes The Rulers of Malaysia, the last volume of The Encyclopedia of Malaysia series.

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Kedah, Tuanku Abdul Halim Muad'zam Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah consent to launch a book on the history of the monarchy, protocol, culture and royal traditions in the country. The book "The Rulers of Malaysia" is the 16th and last volume in "The Encyclopedia of Malaysia" series written by 23 historians and academicians over five years. The book consist of 80 articles and over 750 illustrations such as photos, stamps and maps.

In his statement, the Sultan congratulated chairman of the editorial advisory committee Tun Ahmad Sarji Abdul Hamid and the publisher for their efforts in compiling and completing the book. Also accompanied the Sultan was Her Royal Highness the Sultanah of Kedah, Sultanah Haminah.

The first volume of "The Encyclopedia of Malaysia" series was first published in 1998. It took over 15 years to complete all 16 volumes. "The Rulers of Malaysia", priced at RM95 per copy, can be found at all major book stores nationwide beginning next Monday.

Sultan of Johor Birthday Celebration

Today, 22nd November 2011 is the 53rd Birthday Celebration of His Royal Highness the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar al-Haj.

Congratulations to the Sultan of Johor in conjunction of His Royal Highness 53rd Birthday Celebration. Wishing His Royal Highness may reign in peace and harmony, with fair and justice.

DAULAT TUANKU
LONG LIVE THE KING

Congratulation to the Malayan Tiger!!

Assalamualaikum and Peace be upon all of you

Welcome to my blog

First of all, this special posting specially dedicated to the Malaysian Football Team under-23, Harimau Muda. Literally translated as Young Tiger. Nevertheless, even though they are still young, the tiger has the will and fighting spirit equivalent to a full-grown Malayan Tiger. Well done for winning the SEA Games 2011 Football Gold Medal for two times in a row. All Malaysians are rejoice and overjoy with your successful SEA Games 2011 Campaign.

With the Football Gold Medal, Malaysia gains her 59th gold medals. As all Malaysian dubbed it as, "The Mother of all gold medal". Congratulations again, you have make us very proud. May this victory lead us to more victories in the future. We are very glad because, "the tiger has finally woke up from its slumber."

That's it for now,

Salam

Tuanku Mizan arrives in Christchurch

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin were greeted by Bob Parker and his wife, Joanna Nicholls-Parker

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin arrived in Christchurch, the first stop in his 4-day working visit to Antartica. The arrival of Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin were greeted by the Mayor of Christchurch, Bob Parker and his wife, Joanna Nicholls-Parker; Malaysian High Commissioner to New Zealand, Datuk Mazlan Muhammad and senior High Commission officials, at Christchurch International Airport about 9.25 am local time (4.45 am Malaysian).

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin witnessing the Maori welcoming ceremony by Henare Rakiihia Tau

Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin were accompanied by Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), Datuk Seri Dr Maximus Ongkili, Academy of Sciences Malaysia Antartica Taskforce chairman Tan Sri Salleh Mohd Nor and National Antarctica Research Centre director Prof Datuk Dr Azizan Abu Samah. Tuanku Mizan was then accorded a ceremonial Maori welcome at their traditional Te Whatumanawa Maotitangao Rehua 'meeting house', after which he met briefly with several World War II veterans who had served in Malaya (at the time) before proceeding to Peppers Clearwater Resort.

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin mingled with the veterans of World War II in then Malaya.

Tuanku Mizan is scheduled to depart for Scott Base tomorrow and also include a visit to the nearby United State's McMurdo Station, both located on McMurdo Sound, Antarctica. Scott Base is a research facility operated by New Zealand and McMurdo Station is the continent's largest science base. Malaysia's involvement with Antarctica began when Malaysia, Antigua and Barbuda highlighted the Antarctica issue at the United Nations General Assembly in 1983. A cabinet approval in 1997 set off Malaysia's scientific research in the continent and as of last year, seven institutions of higher learning have conducted 62 expeditions, involving 60 researchers, said an earlier MOSTI statement.

Agong departed for 4-day visit to Antartica

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin shakes hand with the people before departing to Antartica

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (the Supreme Ruler) of Malaysia, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin consent to depart for 4-day visit to Antartica from 20th until 24th November 2011. His Majesty departed to Antartica at the Subang Royal Malaysian Airforce Base. Accompanied the Supreme Ruler were Minister of Science, Technonology and Innovation, Datuk Seri Dr. Maximus Ongkili; Chairman of Antartica Academy Science Malaysia (ASM), Tan Sri Dr. Salleh Mohd Nor, and ASM Fellow, Prof Datuk Azizan Abu Samah. The Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin is scheduled to visit the Scott Base, one of the research facility handled by New Zealand in Antartica.

The Royal Visit is in conjunction of Malaysia participation in the Antartic Treaty 1959. The visit also to strengthened the Antartic scientific researh collaboration between Malaysia and New Zealand and also to improve the bilateral relationship between the two countries.

Aborigines Cultures Building inauguration ceremony

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HRH Sultanah Kalsom officiate the inauguration ceremony of Bangunan Kebudayaan Orang Asli Che Wong

Her Royal Highness the Sultanah of Pahang, Sultanah Kalsom consent to officiate the inauguration ceremony of Che Wong Aborigines Culture Building in Kuala Gundah, Lanchang. The building construction began since 18th March 2011 costing RM160,000 to provide a better education to the Aborigines tribes children on top of to help develop the community in the village. Also present in the ceremony were State Assemblyman of Lanchang, Datuk Mohd Sharkar Shamsudin; Deputy Minister of Education, Datuk Saifudin Abdullah and Vice Senior President of Communication and Public Relation of Genting, Datuk Anthony Yeo.

12th Malaysian Jamboree

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HM Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin received the Tunas Kencana Medal from Indonesian Pramuka Chairman, Prof Dr Azrul Azwar.

His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin consent to open the 12th Malaysian Jamboree and the 2011 Terengganu International Scout Jamboree at the Telaga Batin South Camp in Seberang Takir, Kuala Terengganu. At the same event, His Majesty pronounced that the Telaga Batin South Camp was being renamed as the Tengku Muhammad Ismail Scout Camp, named after his eldest son.

The jamborees taking 'Exploring Heritage' as its theme began on Thursday and ends on November 25, involves 10,000 participants, both from local and foreign countries. Among the countries taking part are Singapore, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Japan, Nepal, Hong Kong, Maldives, Egypt, Indonesia, Kazakhstan and Brunei Darussalam.

Also accompanied His Majesty Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin was the Menteri Besar of Terengganu, Datuk Seri Ahmad Said and was received by National Chief Scout, Datuk Seri Paduka Dr Shafie Mohd Salleh.

Donation to Thailand Flood Victims

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HRH Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Putra Jamalullail presented the donation check to Thailand Ambassador to Malaysia, Thana Duan Gratana (right)

His Royal Highness the Raja (King) of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Putra Jamalullail consent to present the donation of Yayasan Tuanku Syed Puta (YTSP), Tuanku Syed Putra Foundation worth of RM26,000 to the flood victims in Thailand. The donation was presented by His Royal Highness to Thailand Ambassador to Malaysia, Thana Duan Gratana during the YTSP Charity Dinner 2011 in conjunction with the Islamic Festival Fashion.

In the statement made by His Royal Highness the Raja Muda (Crown Prince) of Perlis who is also the Chairman of YTSP said, it was hoped that the donation would ease the victim's hardship during this difficult time, where Thailand is currently experiencing the worst floods in half a century.

New Camp for Johor Military Force (JMF)

(picture from Utusan)
HRH Sultan Ibrahim watching the model of the new JMF camp witnessed by the Crown Prince, Tunku Ismail

His Royal Highness the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar consent to officiate the ground-breaking ceremony of Johor Military Force (JMF) camp at Jalan Datin Halimah, Johor Bahru. The construction of a new camp costing of RM118.7 mil located on a 51.2 acre site. The camp will be build in four phases by Johor Corporation (JCorp) and due for full completion by 2018. Also accompanied the Sultan were his two sons, His Royal Highness the Tunku Mahkota (Crown Prince) of Johor, Tunku Ismail Idris and His Highness Tunku Abdul Rahman Hassanal Jefri.

The Menteri Besar of Johor, Dato' Abdul Ghani bin Othman in his statement said, the camp will be equipped with facilities and infrastructure to help members focus more on duties and responsibilities to the ruler and state. The camp is designed using the vernacular concept of Malay architecture with tropical climate features. It includes the headquarters building, surau, dining hall, shooting range, weapons and ammunition store, officers building and watchtowers.

JMF was established in 1886, making Johor the first state among the States in Malaysia to have its own army, and currently is the only State in Malaysia that has its own army. The Royal Malay Regiment (RMR) was only established in 1933. Datuk Onn bin Jaafar, Former Prime Minister Tun Hussein bin Onn and former defence forces chief Gen (Rtd) Tun Ibrahim Ismail is among the Johorean leaders who have served in Johor Military Force.

Third Anniversary

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Today is a very special day for me as the writer of the Blog, as it is the third annyversary of Radin's Blog. This three years has been a very wonderful time for me as I developed this blog from mere nothing to what it's stand today, a Malaysian Royal Portal. In the very beginning I have never dreamt of managing a royal portal, much less writing one. But, encourage by my enthusiasm and supports by my fellow friends, I decided to write a royal portal, and in English. It is a very hard work especially for me, but nevertheless I manage to overcome it.

The Malaysian Royal Portal

I have always been a true monarchist and support every and each one of all the royal family around the world, especially to the Malay Royal Families. Where unlike any other, we're not just having one, but 9 Royal Families here in Malaysia. Each of the state eventhough share a similarities, but differs from each other. On top of that, my keen to the royal family also drives by my passion to History subject in school, even today. Anything of history especially regarding to Kings, Queens, royalty, nobility and grand palaces, I just can't left this aside.

Istana Lama Seri Menanti. One of historical palaces in Malaysia. The tallest and oldest wooden made Palace in Malaysia that still standing today. Was built without the use of any nails

Nevertheless, as each of this Sultans standing as a Head of State in the Federation of Malaysia, they usually left out and eclipse by the Head of the Federation, His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong himself. So, to see a portal giving a footage about Malaysian Royalties is really rare, even His Royal Highness Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah of Kedah who has ruled for more than 50 years were left out from the list of Top 10 World Longest Reigning Monarch by many.

HRH Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah of Kedah

Nevertheless, I still can tolerate with all the above until a controversial claimant of abuse arise in a marriage between the Kelantanese Prince, Tengku Muhammad Fakhry Petra and his wife Manohara in 2009. The Royal Family gets media footage from all over the world, but a bad one. Thus, from this point, we can see many of royal portal include a footage of Malaysian Royalties from at which point it is almost entirely unknown prior to the event. But, then again.. only a bad one was covered. So, what it takes to promote back the good and serene images of the Malaysian Royalty? a Malaysian. In the middle of 2010, I started a full modification of Radin's Blog from a personal blog to a royal portal. And the result is beyond my target.

The list of Sultans and Queens

Up until today, the blog received a number of 700 visitors daily. The blog also received 192 interested visitors who become the blog's follower. I am deeply grateful to all of you. And, I also wants to express my gratitude to madmonarchist and BelgieRoyalist who become one of my followers. In addition, my thanks also to the Royaltyinthenews website who kindly enough to link my blog with the rest of other Royal Blogger around the world. It really makes all my effort and hardwork has started to grow into fruitition. And, I will always tried to improve the quality of the blog day by day so it can stand out as a true Malaysian Royal Portal.

That's it for now
Salam