Japas safeguards sanctity of Islam - Idris
Japas under the Islamic Development Department Malaysia (Jakim) plays a role in safeguarding the sanctity of Islam from being insulted or ridiculed by irresponsible parties.
Sun Jul 17 2022
Hakimah appointed Jakim's first female DG
Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yusoff has created history by becoming the first woman to be appointed as Director-General of the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim).
Fri Mar 18 2022
Islamic countries pledge fund to stave off Afghanistan 'chaos'
Allowing Afghanistan access to reserves frozen outside the country would be key to preventing economic collapse, the statement said.
Mon Dec 20 2021
'Allah' issue: Second discussion session to be held in two weeks' time - Zulkifli
The discussion would involve akidah and legal experts from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM).
Mon Mar 29 2021
Jakim welcomes proposal for QR Code to detect non-halal meat
Jakim welcomes the proposal to utilise the Quick Response (QR) Code system on imported products at all entry points to detect non-halal meat.
Sat Jan 02 2021
Jakim tightening enforcement, SOP for halal certification for imported goods
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will tighten enforcement and the standard operating procedure (SOP) for halal certification for imported goods.
Sat Dec 26 2020
Hajj cost: Govt will find ways not to burden pilgrims - Dr Zulkifli
It was still too early to estimate the rise in the total cost, Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al Bakri said, adding that they are looking into the matter.
Wed Dec 23 2020
JAKIM to meet 'celebrity' preachers end of month
A meeting between the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and "celebrity" preachers will be held at the end of this month, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Relig
Sat Dec 12 2020
Transparency on safety of COVID-19 vaccine vital to avoid public confusion
The halal status of a vaccine can be ascertained by the Malaysian Department of Islamic Development (JAKIM) for Muslim consumption.
Tue Dec 01 2020
Jakim DG Paimuzi Yahya dies, his remains will be buried in Kuang
The remains of Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) director-general Datuk Paimuzi Yahya, 59, who died of heart and lung complications at 1 pm today, will be laid to rest at Kuang.
Thu Oct 08 2020
Zulkifli ready to meet NGOs over LGBT-related issues
Zulkifli said he had received many invitations from various NGOs to have dialogues on the matter.
Sat Jul 18 2020
JAKIM needs a little more time to refine SOP of congregation prayers - PM
The government through the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) is refining its standard operating procedure (SOP) for congregation prayers in suraus and mosques.
Sun May 10 2020
Staff urged to protect Jakim's image
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) director-general Tan Sri Othman Mustapha urged its staff to keep the image of the department clean while on and off duty.
Thu Oct 12 2017
PM Najib reiterates Malaysia not failed nation
He said the launching of the complex, which unified 11 religious agencies under one roof, proved that the government always strived to put Islam at its highest level.
Tue Jul 18 2017
JAKIM never issued 'halal beer' certification - Jamil Khir
Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom stressed that to date, no halal certificates had been issued by the Malaysia Islamic Development Department (Jakim) for 'halal beer'.
Mon Apr 17 2017
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024