Maria Chin gets leave to challenge committal proceedings in Syariah Court
The judge granted Maria's request for a stay order of the committal proceedings pending disposal of the judicial review application.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Former ministers go online to bid farewell
Several former Cabinet ministers have taken to social media to bid farewell and extend their apology and gratitude to Malaysians following their resignations today.
Mon Aug 16 2021
Umrah costs expected to increase due to enforcement of new SOPs
The cost of performing umrah is expected to increase following the enforcement of new SOPs to contain the COVID-19 pandemic by the Saudi Arabian government.
Sun Aug 15 2021
Govt studying visa-related procedures for umrah - Zulkifli
The government is looking into several procedures, including those related to visas, before allowing Malaysians to perform umrah.
Tue Aug 10 2021
Former National Mosque Grand Imam named Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1443H
Former National Mosque Grand Imam Tan Sri Syaikh Ismail Muhammad has been named the recipient of the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah 1443H/2021 award.
Mon Aug 09 2021
Malaysian expected to be allowed to perform umrah this year - Zulkifli
Malaysians are expected to be allowed to visit Saudi Arabia, including to perform the umrah pilgrimage this year, said Datuk Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri.
Thu Aug 05 2021
PM Muhyiddin performs Aidiladha prayers at National Mosque
Muhyiddin joins a congregation of about 300 people to perform the Aidiladha prayer at the National Mosque.
Tue Jul 20 2021
BNM'S supervision of TH will not erode rights of minister in charge, Muslims over it - Zulkifli
Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) supervision of Tabung Haji will not erode the rights of the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) and Muslims over the pilgrims fund board.
Sun Jul 18 2021
Adequate Muslim burial land in FT - Zulkifli
There is adequate Muslim burial land in the Federal Territories to accommodate burials including the bodies of those who died due to COVID-19.
Sat Jul 17 2021
Setting of TH RCI to be finalised soon, won't affect TH profit distribution - Zulkifli
The setting up of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate issues connected to Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) will be finalised as soon as possible.
Fri Jul 16 2021
Module, SOP for takmir teachers to be streamlined in line with ICT - Zulkifli
Modules and SOPs for teaching and learning (PdP) by takmir teachers will be streamlined in line with the use of information and communication technology (ICT), said Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri.
Thu Jul 15 2021
296 Malaysians in Saudi Arabia to perform haj this year - Zulkifli
296 Malaysians in Saudi Arabia are eligible to perform the haj this year, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri.
Wed Jul 14 2021
COVID: Muftis agree to tighten mosque SOP to prevent new clusters - Dr Zulkifli
Muftis have agreed that SOPs at surau and mosques will continue to be tightened and monitored so as to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Tue Jul 13 2021
SOP compliance a must for reopening of mosques - Zulkifli
Zulkifli said there must be strict compliance with SOP for the reopening of mosques in the Federal Territories to curb COVID-19.
Thu Jul 08 2021
More than RM600 million in assistance for the needy channelled through religious agencies - Zulkifli
More than RM600 million in various assistance have been channelled through religious agencies under the Prime Minister's Department to the needy until June this year.
Mon Jul 05 2021
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Ringgit opens lower as greenback gains ground
Dr Mohd Afzanizam says the market responded positively to news of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent heading the US Treasury Department.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today
Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.
Tue Nov 26 2024
UN Resolution 1701, cornerstone of any Israel-Hezbollah truce
Here are the resolution's main terms, and a note about subsequent violations and tensions.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Record aid worker deaths in 2024 in 'era of impunity', UN says
So far this year there have been 281 aid worker victims, according to the Aid Worker Security database.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Why India's toxic farm fire counting method is disputed
Here's how India counts farm fires - a major contributor to severe pollution in the north - and why its method is being questioned.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Divisions on curbing plastic waste persist as UN treaty talks begin
South Korea is hosting the fifth and ostensibly final UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) meeting this week.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Transport Ministry to study proposal for senior citizen licence renewal assessments - Loke
The Transport Ministry will review a proposal requiring senior citizens aged 65 and above to undergo competency and health assessments before renewing their Malaysian Driving Licence.
Mon Nov 25 2024