Malaysian man to be publicly caned at mosque for Islamic crime of close proximity
This punishment involves caning, but what makes it unusual this time is the judge's decision for it to be conducted publicly.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Taliban's treatment of women under scrutiny at UN rights meeting
The Taliban say they respect rights in line with their interpretation of Islamic law.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Taliban defends record on women as UN looks at path forward
The Taliban say they respect rights in line with their interpretation of Islamic law.
Wed Nov 22 2023
Indian Supreme Court panel fails to rule on ban on hijab in schools
India's debate on the hijab comes as protests have rocked Iran after women objected to dress codes under its Islamic laws.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Afghan women losing jobs fast as economy shrinks and rights curtailed
The Taliban will only allow women to work subject to their interpretation of Islamic law, prompting some to leave jobs out of fear.
Sat Jan 22 2022
PMYT teachings confirmed to be deviant, contrary to Islamic law - Ahmad Marzuk
The teachings of religious cult 'Perjalanan Mimpi Yang Terakhir' (PMYT) have been confirmed to be deviant and contrary to Islamic law, as well as a threat to national security.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Afghan influencers go dark on social media as Taliban return
The return of the hardline Islamist group has sent a shockwave through Afghanistan's social media.
Sun Aug 22 2021
False Islamic doctrines: Ibu Yati, two individuals claim trial
Three individuals including a former journalist, well-known as Ibu Yati, pleaded not guilty in the Selangor Syariah High Court today, to expounding religious doctrines contrary to Islamic law.
Wed Jul 28 2021
MAIS launches e-Faraid to facilitate estate management for Muslims
MAIS would implement estate management in a transparent, fair, and professional manner for the heirs according to Islamic law.
Mon Feb 15 2021
COVID-19 vaccine in line with means to prevent diseases, avoid harm - JAKIM
The use of the COVID-19 vaccine is in line with Islamic law as a means to prevent diseases as well as to protect others from harm.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Mohd Ezra acquitted of publishing book deemed against Islamic law
The Syariah Court today discharged and acquitted ZI Publications Sdn Bhd director Mohd Ezra Mohd Zaid on charges related to publishing a book seven years ago, deemed to be against Islamic law.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Thorough study to be conducted on use of COVID-19 vaccine - Zulkifli
The Muzakarah (Conference) of the National Fatwa Council will study the use of COVID-19 vaccine by taking into account all aspects including the Maqasid Syariah (paramount objectives in Islamic Law).
Tue Nov 24 2020
Act 505 amendments to be tabled in Nov - Zulkifli
Among the amendments involve management matters of religious agencies in the Federal Territories.
Thu Sep 03 2020
Muslims encouraged to have Islamic calendar - Zulkifli
Every Muslim family is encouraged to have an Islamic calendar or taqwim in their house as a reference or life compass for matters pertaining to Islamic law as well as a reminder of important dates.
Thu Aug 27 2020
World Muslim Communities Council supports Saudi Arabia's decision on holding hajj 1441H
Dr. Al-Nuaimi pointed to the importance of Saudi Arabia's decision at this current and sensitive time, achieving the purposes of the Islamic law, and the interests of religion and life.
Wed Jun 24 2020
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat
Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?
Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024