'Sehari Bersama Polis'

On 19 Feb 2011 at Dataran Penggaram Batu Pahat, an event called "Sehari Bersama Polis" was held and hosted by the Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM). The main objective of this event was to foster greater relationship between the police force and the civilians. The event was officiated by Dato’ Mohd Mokhtar Hj. Mohd Shariff, the Chief Police of Johor. Several national security departments also participated in this event. Six POLMAS motorcycles were then presented to the Batu Pahat Police Department. The were also several other events such a slide show demonstrating how the PDRM thwarted an attempted bank robbery and performances by local Malaysian artists.

POLMAS Motocycle

Eagle Patrol Car

Underused Pedestrian Bridges

Despited the existence of pedestrian bridges along the main road of Parit Raja, many still choose not to use them when crossing the road. The main road is very busy with so many cars, buses, lorries are passing the town as the road is a major link to many places such as Batu Pahat town and Kluang. Perhaps it's high time for the relevant authorities to take some stern action on these defiant people.

Election time in UTHM

Campus election fever hit UTHM again. The election took place on 22 February and the students cast their vote to select their new leaders at the University as well as campus levels. The candidates represented two opposing 'parties' namely Pro-Mahasiswa and Pro-Aspirasi. Towards the election day, supporters of the candidates were seen putting up banners, posters around the campus and created a mini 'poster war'. They also campaigned by giving talks and presented their manifesto to the voters.

Creative Musical Night (2010 Southern Zone Malaysia Innovative Carnival) - Performance by SMK Sri Gading

SMK Sri Gading

1st Runner-up

Creative Musical Night (2010 Southern Zone Malaysia Innovative Carnival)

A total of six teams took part in Creative Musical Night Competition. This event was a part of the 2010 Southern Zone Malaysia Innovative Carnival held at UTHM.The participating teams were SMK Sri Gading, Batu Pahat, SMK Tun Ismail / SK Pintas Puding, SK Sri Utama, SMK Temenggung Ibrahim, University Technology Malaysia, and Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia. The winning team brought home RM5000 and will represent the Southern Zone at the national level competition in November 2010.

The Creative Musical Night was officiated by YB En. M. Asojan A/L Muniyandy. Prizes were presented by Y.B. Datuk Seri Dr. Maximus Johnity Ongkili, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation.

Full Results:
Champion: SK Sri Utama
1st Runner-Up: SMK Sri Gading
2nd Runner-Up: University Technology Malaysia

Consolation Prizes:
SMK Temenggung Ibrahim
SMK Tun Ismail / SK Pintas Puding
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

The end of UPSR

Yesterday was the last day of UPSR examination for Standard 6 pupils around the country. In Parit Raja, there are several primary schools in the town which were also the centres for the national examination. On the last day, the pupils sat for the Maths and Science papers which ended at 1 pm. Nevertheless, they were not allowed to go home after that as they had to sit for an aptitude test after lunch. At 4 pm, the pupils were seen rushing out from the hall looking very relieved. Some were heard shouting 'Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka! cry, indicating that they were free from the UPSR which has burdened them for many months.

Merdeka, Merdeka, Merdeka

Happy 53rd Birthday, Malaysia

ramadan bazzar

Ramadan bazzar? it's a place where you can find people from all walks of life. it does not matter what race you are because the traders will treat you equally and most importantly they are very friendly and bubbly. it is also a place where you will start drooling once you see all the delicacies sold there. here,you can not only find friendly people but you can also witness family bonding. in addition, the traders here are supportive towards each other and constantly encourage buyers to try their own food as well as other trader's.

here are some of the delicacies which are sold at the Parit Raja bazzar. enjoy :)

Hungry for more?

So what is Ramadhan without "bazaar"? I am sure everyone would agree that "bazaar Ramadhan" is a must-go place for food hunters especially during the month of Ramadhan. When most of Parit Raja community will flock to the "bazaar Ramadhan" at the pekan itself, there is another choice to go that is at UTHM main campus which is located at Dataran Masjid parking.
With varieties of food offer from various stalls available, you can expect dish like nasi kerabu (traditional Kelantanese rice with various condiments like salad, smoked beef and fish sauce(budu), nasi lemak, laksa and varieties of traditional kueh as well as other local favourites. Plus all that you can also expect a warm welcome form the sellers! So put "bazaar Ramadhan UTHM" in your list for those who are always hungry for more.

More free bubur lambuk: UTHM Mosque

At the UTHM Mosque this morning, some volunteers were busy preparing bubur lambuk (rice porridge) that will given away after the Asar prayer today. So come early to get it. However, if you don't get your share, you can always come back next Wednesday.

Wet days in Parit Raja

The rainy season in the country has also affected Parit Raja. Heavy rains, strong wind and thunderstorms have hit this place for the past few days. There were fallen trees due to the strong wind and some roads in few parts in Parit Raja were hit by flash flood due to the heavy shower. Let's hope that such condition will not become worse like the one that affected this town in 2006 and early 2007 during the big flood in Johor.

The wet condition however has not dampened the spirit of Ramadhan among the Muslims in here. Life goes on as usual with the fasting during the day and tarawikh prayer and tadarus (recitation) of Quran every night at mosques and suraus around this place.

Wet week ahead for all states, says Met Dept 93Z6E2GM3BAK

The following news is taken from a report by The Star on Monday. Precautionary actions should be taken during this wet season.

"Showers and thunderstorms are expected over the peninsula until Aug 21, with early morning rain in coastal areas on the West coast,” said a meteorological officer Sunday.

The officer also said eastern parts of Sabah, like Sandakan and Kudat, would continue to be wet while the west coast and interior divisions would experience thunderstorms and afternoon showers.

Sarawak would also be facing wet weather with all divisions having coastal morning showers and then showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.

Fire stations in flood prone areas have also been alerted, said Fire and Rescue Department section chief of operations and rescue.

"The department is ready to respond to all calls and will respond promptly," he said.

Meanwhile, PLUS Expressways Bhd corporate communications department general manager Khalilah Datuk Mohd Talha reminded motorists using highways in wet weather to reduce their speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

She also reminded motorists to switch on their headlights and not their hazard lights when driving.

93Z6E2GM3BAK

Free Bubur Lambuk

Giving out food to fellow Muslims to break their fast is one of the practices encouraged in the teaching of Islam during the month of Ramadhan. A very popular way of doing this is by distributing free bubur lambuk (rice porridge) to the fasting Muslims. In Parit Raja, the UTHM Mosque for some years, has been giving away free bubur lambuk every Wednesday after Asar prayers. For this year, the distribution will start next week on 18 August.

Meanwhile, there are also several banners seen in the town announcing distribution of free bubur lambuk on the 16 and 17 August in front of the CIMB building beginning at 2.30 pm. The banner says that thie event is jointly-organised by the Seri Gading Member of Parliament, Parit Raja State Assemblyman and Skuad Sayang of the Womans' Movement of Seri Gading UMNO. So come early to get your share or you will have to line up in a long queue.

Bazaar Ramadhan at Parit Raja

The month of Ramadhan marks the return of Bazaar Ramadhan to many places around the country including Parit Raja. In the heart of this small town, there are two notable areas where people throng to buy food to break their fast. The bigger bazaar spot is in front of the Kompleks Niaga Parit Raja food court while the other one is along Jalan Besar in front of the shop lots building. There are many types of food available ranging from western food to traditional Malay cuisines.

Meanwhile, canopies are also seen erected in front of the CIMB building. It is believed that the canopies will be rented out to traders selling dry items such as attires, accessories and also dry food such as all kinds of kerepek, a sort of traditional Malay crisps which is widely produced in cottage industries in many parts of Parit Raja. Business in this area however usually only starts operating in the second half of Ramadhan.

Ramadhan al-Mubarak

Parit Raja Daily wishes all Muslim readers Ramadhan al Mubarak

image from www.khatiri.tk as appeared in http://jihadsabiluna.wordpress.com

Final Round of Anti Corruption Debate Competition

In conjunction with the Students Activity Carnival which started on 6th August until 10th August 2010, the Anti-Corruption Secretariat of UTHM organizes an 'Anti-Corruption Debate Competition'. The competition is opened to all teams representing residential colleges at the University. Teams representing Tun Dr Ismail Residential College and Non-Residential Students made it to the final stage of the debate competition. The motion of the final round, which took place on 8th August, was 'Corruption Practice in the Country is at a Worrying Level'.

The Government team, 'Tun Dr. Ismail Residential College '

The Opposition team, 'Non-Residential Students'

The sole Chinese participant in the debate competition

There were 9 judges led by Miss Ng Wee Fern of the Students' Affairs Unit (HEP). The winner of the debate competition will be announced tonight (9th August 2010) at DTII during the closing ceremony of the carnival. Based on the performance of both teams, it was a very close fight between them. The judges must have had a tough time in choosing the winner. If you want to know which team will emerge victorious and win the Vice Chancellor Trophy, come over to TDII Hall tonight at 8:30pm to find out.

KKDK UTHM goes Muar

In conjunction with 'Jalinan Bestari Komuniti Johor 2010', Fakulti Pendidikan Teknikal (FPTek UTHM) held a program together with Kelab Kauseling dan Kerjaya (KKDK UTHM) in Kampung Parit Bakar, Muar, Johor. One of the events, PROPEC was held on 7th August 2010. This event involved 4 primary schools and a secondary school in Muar. Facilitators of KKDK UTHM had gone to these selected schools to guide and help out in the event. Lots of fun activities were conducted by the facilitators of KKDK UTHM, such as Bollywood Fever, Donkey and Deer, Poisonous Ocean, etc.

Standard 2 and 3 students of SRK Parit Bakar Tengah, one of the 5 schools chosen in the PROPEC program

Syamil Zakaria, KKDK facilitator entertaining the students

Students playing 'Poisonous Ocean', a game where students must remain standing on a piece of paper

Kong Yun Bing, a facilitator of KKDK helping out the students in one of the activities

The PROPEC program started at 11:00 am. Initially, it was supposed to start at 9:00 am, but due to heavy rain early in the morning, the program had to be delayed for a couple of hours. KKDK facilitators had fun together with the pupils, who were so active participating in our activities. The pupils love the facilitators so much, they even requested KKDK facilitators to be their teachers starting next week! Looks like our KKDK facilitators have developed skills in teaching. The program ended at 5:00pm.

Kembara Mahkota Johor

UTHM undergraduates gave a warm welcome and greeted as HRH Sultan Ibrahim and his entourage passed by along the road in front of the UTHM's main campus. The students waved the Johor state flag as Kembara Mahkota Johor passed by. There were also Johor and Malaysian flags placed along the main road.

The History of Parit Raja (Audio-In Malay)

The following video clip contains audio on the History of Parit Raja, as recited in front of Sultan Ibrahim during Kembara Mahkota Johor at Parit Raja, Saturday 7 August 2010.

Kembara Mahkota Johor Phase II (Update 2)-The arrival of the Sultan

It was certainly a very historical and memorable day for the residence of Parit Raja. HRH Sultan Ibrahim and his KMJ entourage stopped by at the town. The crowd has gathered since the morning to wait for their beloved Ruler and the Royal family members. The delegation arrived in front of the Koperasi Parit Raja building. Upon arrival, local leaders notably Sri Gading MP Dato Haji Mohamad Haji Aziz and Parit Raja State Assemblyman Datuk Abdul Aziz Kaprawi, head of villages and several others were there to greet the Sultan and the entourage. There were also Javanese cultural performances such as kuda kepang and barongan.

The rakyat wasted no chance to shake hands and took photos with Sultan Ibrahim who in turn sportingly mixed around and chatted with them. HRH and his princes were later ushered to a nearby royal tent for a light refreshment.

This was followed by the recital of the history of Parit Raja. The Sultan then received several souvenirs and gifts from the daughter and grand daughter of the late Haji Nawawi, the man who was recorded as the early settler of Parit Raja. Datuk Abdul Aziz Kaprawi also presented a souvenir on behalf of the residence of the town. HRH Sultan Ibrahim then signed a plaque as a mark of the presence of KMJ in Parit Raja before departing for the next destination.