KUALA LUMPUR : JALAN TUN PERAK

Jalan Tun Perak, formerly Jalan Mountbatten (1961-1881), Mounbatten Road (1946-1961) and Java Street (1889 - 1946) was a major commercial road located in the historic centre of Kuala Lumpur. Along with Jalan Ampang it is one of the oldest roads in Kuala Lumpur. 

MURDER OF MALAYSIAN IGP (1974)

On 7 June 1974, the third Inspector-General of Police (IGP) of Malaysia, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Hashim, was assassinated at the junction of Jalan Tun Perak (then known as Jalan Mountbatten) and Lorong Weld (now Jalan Raja Chulan).

The attack took place behind the Lee Yan Lian building while the IGP was being driven to Bukit Aman for a meeting.

Details of the Incident

• The Ambush: Two assassins from the Communist Party of Malaya (CPM) lay in wait. As the IGP's official blue Mercedes-Benz slowed down at the junction, they opened fire.
• The Casualties: Abdul Rahman was hit by seven of the 11 shots fired and died on the way to the General Hospital. His driver, Sergeant Omar Yunus, survived the attack with minor injuries.
• Historical Context: The assassination occurred during a period of renewed communist insurgency in Malaysia (1968–1989). It remains one of the most high-profile political assassinations in the country's history.

Reference:

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UBAIDULLA & CO

I used to work at Jalan Tun Perak in 1996 at the Ubaidulla & Co. at Jalan Tun Perak. The company was founded by the Allahyarham Tan Sri S.O.K Ubaidulla, the first Chairman of PERKIM (1960-1964) and one of the founders of the MIC (Malaysian Indian Congress) party in 1946.

He was also Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1989, died on 22 January 2009 at the age of 90 years old. 

Allahyarham Tan Sri S.O.K Ubaidulla

UC Travels used to be the office of Ubaidulla & Co.where I worked in 1996. 

Shipping Assistant with Ubaidulla & Co (1996).

Masjid Jamek one of the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur was officially opened by the Sultan of Selangor in 1909, 2 years after construction was completed. Designed by A.B. Hubback,the mosque features distinctive elements of Moghul architecture, located at the meeting of the Klang River and Gombak River which gave rise to Kuala Lumpur's name "Muddy Confluence".

There are times when I will perform Friday prayers here as well as at Masjid India, both of which are close to my office.

Around Jalan Tun Perak there are Masjid Jamek LRT Station as well as the Mosque itself (Masjid Jamek), Sultan Abdul Samad Building, Panggung Bandaraya, Menara UAB-CIMB Bank, Maybank Tower, Masjid India etc. 

The ancient mosque of Kuala Lumpur at Jalan Masjid India also called Masjid India was established in 1883. 

Beside Masjid Jamek, I sometime will perform Friday Prayer here which are located just behind my office at Jalan Tun Perak. 

Sultan Abdul Samad Building at Jalan Raja, just next to Jalan Tun Perak, opposite the Dataran Merdeka, this iconic building was completed in 1897. It was here the Union Jack flag was lowered and the Malayan flag hoisted for the first time at midnight 31 August 1957. The Dataran Merdeka was officially opened on 1 January 1990 in conjuction with Visit Malaysia Year 1990. 

In front of this building is often the setting for Independence Day Parade and other national events. The flagpole which holds the Malaysian flag is also one of the world's highest at 100m. 

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

13/1/2025: 9.24 p.m

KUALA LUMPUR 2012 - DEMI PALESTINE

DEMI PALESTINE

TV AL HIJRAH,PUSAT ISLAM

JALAN PERDANA, KUALA LUMPUR

23 DECEMBER 2012

TV al-Hijrah is holding a program for Palestine. The theme of this program is "Persaudaraan Bermula di sini" or 'Brotherhood Begins Here'.

Various events were held in conjunction with the program such as charity sales stalls, exhibitions, slots with celebrities, nasyid performances, donations for Palestine and so on.

This date was significant as it followed the "Pillar of Defense" conflict in November 2012. Many Malaysian media outlets, including TV AlHijrah, were deeply involved in humanitarian fundraising and awareness campaigns at that time.

At this period, TV Al Hijrah was known for its "Solidarity for Gaza" initiatives. 

The "Demi Palestine" program likely featured:

• Fundraising Appeals: Partnering with NGOs like Aman Palestin or Aqsa Syarif to collect donations for reconstruction and medical aid.
• Expert Panels: Discussions featuring scholars and activists regarding the historical and religious significance of Al-Aqsa.
• Live Updates: Reports on the humanitarian situation on the ground following the ceasefire.

Alhamdulillah, my wife and I were able to attend the "Demi Palestine" at the Al-Hijrah TV Islamic Broadcasting Center's Conference Hall.

Pusat Islam Malaysia (Malaysian Islamic Center) is an administrative centre for Islamic related activities, since Islam is the Official Religion of the country. 

Located next to the historic Keretapi Tanah Melayu building and the breathtaking National Mosque, Pusat Islam is an organisation to take care of the welfare of Islam devotees and other current issues related to the growth and development of Islam in this present time and setting.

TV Al-Hijrah is a state-owned Malaysia free-to-air Islamic television channel, owned and operated by Al-Hijrah Media Corporation. 

It is the Malaysia's first full-fledged and sharia-compliance free-to-air Islamic television network and broadcasts from its headquarters in the Islamic Centre Complex, Kuala Lumpur. 

TV Al-Hijrah began its operation on 1 November 2010 on a trial basis. The Station was officially launched on 7 December 2010 by the sixth Prime Minister, Najib Tun Razak.

My wife takes a memorable photo with Irma Hasmi, who was a Malaysian actress, host and model.

Wife with Amie Sofia, winner of the first season of the Solehah Program in 2011, organized by Al-Hijrah TV.

Wife with Farah Adeeba, TV personality who is also a lawyer, activist and TV Producer.

Miss Khairunissa M. Aris, Host of Al-Hijrah TV program "Man Jadda Wajada" in 2011.

Personality TV Al-Hijrah

A well-know chef in Malaysia for his strong influence on Mediterranean cuisine, raised in Palestine and is a Malaysian at heart. 

NATIONAL MOSQUE

JALAN PERDANA

KUALA LUMPUR

The National Mosque located at Jalan Perdana, Kuala Lumpur has a capacity for 15,000 people. Completed in 1965, the mosque is a bold and modern approach in reinforced concrete, symbolic of the aspirations of a the a newly independent nation. 

The mosque was built on the former site of the Venning Road Brethren Gosple Hall, which was acquired by the government in 1961. The church was offered land on Jalan Imbi as a replacement and is now known as Jalan Imbi Chapel. 

The mosque was opened by the third YDP Agong, the late Tuanku Syed Putra of Perlis. 

MUZIUM KESENIAN ISLAM MALAYSIA

JALAN LEMBAH PERDANA

KUALA LUMPUR

27 APRIL 2013

Located in the peaceful surroundings of the Perdana Botanical Garden, this is Southeast Asia's largest museum of Islamic Art. It houses thousand of artefacts as well as extensive library of Islamic Art books. Art objects displayed here include the tiniest pieces of jewellery and one of the world's largest models of Mekah's Masjid al-Haram. A large collection of Asian art, including Chinese and Indian art is also on display. 

Hopefully, in the future, charity programs like this can be carried out for the benefit of the Palestinian people.

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

8/1/2025: 3.05 p.m

KUALA LUMPUR - JALAN RAJA LAUT & JALAN TUN ISMAIL

JALAN RAJA LAUT

Jalan Raja Laut is a major in Kuala Lumpur, was named after the Penghulu (chief or governor) of Kuala Lumpur, Raja Laut (Not to be confused with a pirate known as "Raja Laut" or real name Tan Ah Meng who was active in Krian, Perak in 1959 or another criminal in Sabah also known as "Raja Laut" or real name Moloi Wuah in 1996.

Jalan Raja Laut around the 70s was known as a dark alley where there were many bars and immoral and criminal activities that occurred here at night. Thank God, this area has been developed, and its surroundings have been cleaned and restored; until now, Jalan Raja Laut is rapidly developing.

Raja Laut was a member of the Selangor Royal family and a leader of the Malay Community in Kuala Lumpur. He is also a pioneer member of the Sanitary Board Kuala Lumpur. 

Jalan Raja Laut is parallel to Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, another one-way road albeit southward only. 

STAFF APPRECIATION DINNER

HOTEL PLAZA

JALAN RAJA LAUT, KUALA LUMPUR

6 JUNE 2008

IEM Staff Appreciation Dinner was held at Plaza Hotel at Jalan Raja Laut, Kuala Lumpur, a great way to boost the Institution morale. It lets the Institution know the hard work they are doing. The success of the IEM events wouldn't be possible without the hard work and dedication of the IEM Secretariat Staff. They are more than an employee, they are valuable part of the Institution.

JKR CAWANGAN ARKITEK

MENARA TIMA

JALAN RAJA LAUT, KUALA LUMPUR

1 JUNE 2012

On 1 June 2012, the Awareness Team from the Malaysian Heart Foundation conducted a Health Screening program at the JKR Office, Architect Branch, Jalan Raja Laut, Kuala Lumpur for Public Works Department staff. A total of 121 people attended the Health Screening Test which was conducted throughout the day.

Jabatan Kerja Raya (JKR) or Public Works Department is the Federal Government department under Ministry of Works Malaysia which is responsible for construction and maintenance of public infrastructure in West Malaysia and Labuan. 

In Sabah and Sarawak, a separate entity of Public Works Department exists under the 2 respective states government jurisdiction. 

Menara Tima (also known as Menara Tun Ismail Mohamed Ali) is a freehold office building located in Dang Wangi, KL City Centre. Other nearby neighbouring developments are Bangunan LPPKN, Maju Tower, Medan Mara, Menara Bumiputra-Commerce, Menara Centara, Menara Liberty, Menara Mara, Menara TH Perdana, Wisma Bumi Raya and Wisma Sime Darby.

This health program is also assisted by nurses from Pusrawi Hospital Kuala Lumpur.

JALAN TUN ISMAIL

Jalan Tun Ismail is a winding hill road in Kuala Lumpur. Originally called Maxwell Road named after Sir William Edward Maxwell, the British Resident of Selangor from 1889 to 1892. There are also Maxwell Road in Penang and Singapore.

Renamed Jalan Tun Ismail after the late Tun Dr. Ismail Abdul Rahmad, the Deputy Prime Minister under the administration of Tun Abdul Razak, he passed away on 2 August 1973. 

KL INTERNATIONAL HIJAB FAIR 2014

WTC KUALA LUMPUR

14 JUNE 2014

On Saturday, June 14, 2014, the first Kuala Lumpur International Hijab Fair (KLIHF) was in its second day of a three-day run (June 13–15) at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) in Kuala Lumpur.

The event was a significant milestone in the Islamic fashion industry, marking the first and largest trade fair of its kind in Malaysia.

Key Highlights of KLIHF 2014

• The Visionaries: The fair was organized by WOJ Wealth Sdn Bhd, a collaboration between four prominent local Muslimah fashion entrepreneurs: Mona Din (Hajaba), Abjda and Sukinah Datuk Zulkifli (Nainikifli), and Farrah Adeeba (Najjah).
• Scale and Success: The event featured approximately 250 exhibitors from around the world, including participants from Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, Pakistan, Korea, and Japan.
• Economic Impact: During the three days, the fair recorded cumulative sales of RM 5.3 million and attracted over 120,000 visitors.

Activities: It wasn't just a marketplace; it served as a platform for:

• Fashion shows featuring international designers.
• Business-to-Business (B2B) networking.
• Seminars and workshops on modesty and entrepreneurship.
• Product launches and forums.

Cultural Significance

The 2014 fair paved the way for the "modest fashion" boom in Malaysia. It coincided with the rise of major local brands like Naelofar Hijab (which launched later that year) and established Kuala Lumpur as a global hub for Islamic fashion, alongside Jakarta and Istanbul.

KL INTERNATIONAL HIJAB FAIR 2015

WTC KUALA LUMPUR

29 MAY 2015

The Kuala Lumpur International Hijab Fair (KLIHF) 2015 was a major milestone for the Islamic fashion industry in Malaysia. Building on the success of its inaugural event in 2014, it cemented its reputation as the largest and most influential Muslim fashion trade fair in the region.

Held from 28 May - 31 May 2015 at World Trade Centre, KL (formerly PWTC).The event was organised by WOJ Wealth Sdn Bhd and was officiated by the Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Dato' Sri Rohani Abdul Karim. 

Highlights of 29 May 2015

Friday, 29 May, was the second day of the fair and featured the highly popular Usrah Mega KLIHF 2015. Notable highlights included:

• Educational Forums: A session titled "Fesyen Berlandaskan Syariah" (Fashion Based on Shariah) featured renowned motivational expert Prof. Dr. Muhaya Mohamad and was moderated by Senator Dato’ Dr. Asyraf Wajdi.
• Special Guests: The event featured "Icons" of the fair, including celebrities like Rozita Che Wan, Ustaz Don Daniyal, Mizz Nina, and Altimet, who helped promote the message of modest fashion.
• Entertainment: Performances by religious and nasyid icons, including Heliza Helmi, were part of the soul-enriching stage programs.

Key Features of KLIHF 2015

The fair was designed to be both a Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) platform.

Category	Details
Exhibitors	Over 200 booths featuring international brands from Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, Pakistan, Korea, and Japan.
Products	Hijabs, abayas, textiles, fashion accessories, sewing machinery, and cosmetics.
Activities	Fashion shows, award ceremonies (e.g., Icon Ukhwah International Award), business forums, and product launches.
Target Audience	Designers, wholesalers, fashion students, and the general public looking for "Harga Runtuh" (steep discounts).

Impact

KLIHF 2015 aimed to position Malaysia as a global hub for Islamic fashion. Following the 2014 event which saw over 120,000 visitors and RM5.3 million in sales, the 2015 edition expanded to include more international labels and a stronger emphasis on "Dakwah through fashion."

Hj Zulheimy Maamor

Lembah Keramat, K.L

2/1/2025: 5.40 p.m

Category

Details

Exhibitors

Over 200 booths featuring international brands from Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, Pakistan, Korea, and Japan.

Products

Hijabs, abayas, textiles, fashion accessories, sewing machinery, and cosmetics.

Activities

Fashion shows, award ceremonies (e.g., Icon Ukhwah International Award), business forums, and product launches.

Target Audience

Designers, wholesalers, fashion students, and the general public looking for "Harga Runtuh" (steep discounts).