![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Voluntary rehabilitation programme offers GISB members daily allowance Voluntary rehabilitation programme offers GISB members daily allowance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/81731505155_ZulkifliHasan.jpg)
Voluntary rehabilitation programme offers GISB members daily allowance
Dr. Zulkifli Hasan says the programme also includes skills training to help participants sustain their livelihoods.
Wed Nov 27 2024
![GISB: No parents have claimed children rescued in Op Global GISB: No parents have claimed children rescued in Op Global](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/41726842213_tbGlobalIkhwanServ.jpg)
GISB: No parents have claimed children rescued in Op Global
The parents of the children and teenagers rescued from a charity home linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB) have yet to come forward.
Tue Sep 24 2024
![Decision on GISBH doctrine expected after conference of rulers meeting in October - Mohd Na’im Decision on GISBH doctrine expected after conference of rulers meeting in October - Mohd Na’im](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81726466136_MaulidurRasul.jpg)
Decision on GISBH doctrine expected after conference of rulers meeting in October - Mohd Na’im
The National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs (MKI) Muzakarah Committee would be meeting to discuss the matter from tomorrow till Sept 26.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Consider This: Halal Certification - Getting The Green Light
With a rise in eateries claiming to be 'Muslim-friendly' but without official Halal certification, discussions have emerged about the challenges of the process. What it takes to get Halal certified and how they can be better supported. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dhaliff Anuar, Senior Manager of the Chairman's Office at Halal Development Corporation and the Head of the Halal Consultancy & Advisory Unit at HDC.
Thu Sep 19 2024
![Malaysia to expand recognition of JAKIM's halal certification through halal diplomacy Malaysia to expand recognition of JAKIM's halal certification through halal diplomacy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51726571151_ZahidHamidi.jpg)
Malaysia to expand recognition of JAKIM's halal certification through halal diplomacy
The deputy prime minister said that 88 countries currently recognise JAKIM's halal certification.
Tue Sep 17 2024
![Halal certification report to be presented to Cabinet this Wednesday - Mohd Na'im Halal certification report to be presented to Cabinet this Wednesday - Mohd Na'im](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81726476865_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Halal certification report to be presented to Cabinet this Wednesday - Mohd Na'im
Datuk Dr. Mohd Na'im stated that a draft proposal to make halal certification mandatory for all food premises has been prepared.
Mon Sep 16 2024
![Teresa Kok to give statement to police tomorrow over halal certification remarks Teresa Kok to give statement to police tomorrow over halal certification remarks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/41725859570_TeresaKok.jpg)
Teresa Kok to give statement to police tomorrow over halal certification remarks
Teresa Kok will be questioned over her statement that mandatory halal certification for restaurants could burden businesses.
Mon Sep 09 2024
![Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh tonight Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh tonight](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41722413306_IsmailHaniyeh.jpg)
Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh tonight
JAKIM DG Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yusoff said the funeral prayer for Haniyeh, who was killed in Iran yesterday, will be held after Maghrib prayer.
Thu Aug 01 2024
![Conference of Rulers wants Bill 355 to be carefully drafted - PM Conference of Rulers wants Bill 355 to be carefully drafted - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721032191_anwaribrahim.jpg)
Conference of Rulers wants Bill 355 to be carefully drafted - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, then it can be used as a guide, harmonising the position and strength of syariah court and civil court.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Stern action will be taken if shoe logo is deliberate - JAKIM Stern action will be taken if shoe logo is deliberate - JAKIM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/71592818186_JabatanKemajuanIsl.jpg)
Stern action will be taken if shoe logo is deliberate - JAKIM
JAKIM leaves it to the relevant authorities to investigate as an investigation paper has been opened by the police.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Vern's founder gives statements to JAKIM over logo resembling word 'Allah' on shoes Vern's founder gives statements to JAKIM over logo resembling word 'Allah' on shoes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712475700_TBKASUTALLAH.jpg)
Vern's founder gives statements to JAKIM over logo resembling word 'Allah' on shoes
Ng Chuan Hoo apologised and hoped the issue will be used as a lesson in the future.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Police seize 1,145 pairs of shoes with controversial logo Police seize 1,145 pairs of shoes with controversial logo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51712558894_KUALALUMPURApri.jpg)
Police seize 1,145 pairs of shoes with controversial logo
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said the seizures were made in Johor, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Kedah.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Shoe logo issue: Vern’s issues public apology, stops sales of offending shoes Shoe logo issue: Vern’s issues public apology, stops sales of offending shoes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712492473_Verns.jpg)
Shoe logo issue: Vern’s issues public apology, stops sales of offending shoes
Shoe company Vern's clarifies design meant to portray high-heels, based on the outlines of the straps of the high heel shoe.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635504957_AnnaJenkins.jpg)
Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision
Annapuranee "Anna" Jenkins' remains were found nearly three years later, after her 2017 abrupt disappearance while on holiday in Penang.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738925520_ZaynRayyan.jpg)
Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist' Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738920610_ReynhardSinaga.jpg)
Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'
Reynhard Sinaga was found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men whom he drugged after taking them back to his apartment from clubs.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738919573_HelikopterTerhempa.jpg)
Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today
AAIB is still conducting investigations at the scene, and the helicopter wreckage will be removed once the probe is completed.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738921212_PPKM.jpg)
Vehicle inspections: MOT announces three new companies, ending Puspakom’s monopoly
Loke said the companies were selected based on key criteria, including financial stability and a minimum paid-up capital of RM10 million.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities [COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41737042830_economylaptop.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Slower economic growth: Balancing risks and opportunities
Policymakers and businesses must balance fiscal consolidation and economic risks to ensure sustained growth this year.
Fri Feb 07 2025