Taliban release media guidelines, ban shows with female actors
Some edicts were targeted specifically at women, a move likely to raise concerns among the international community.
Wed Nov 24 2021
Govt awaits Agong's consent for edict on COVID-19 vaccine
The government is still waiting for the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Conference of Rulers regarding the fatwa (edict) on the use of the COVID-19 vaccine among Muslims in the country.
Thu Dec 10 2020
All DPPs governed by guidelines, code of ethics in dealing with MCO cases AG
Idrus stressed that some matters, like remands and sentencing, were not powers within the purview and control of the AG.
Mon Apr 27 2020
Kedah Sultan regrets firing up of discord among Muslims by political leaders
In this era, religious scholars were no exception in issuing fatwa (edicts), making accusations and counter-accusations and debating in cyber space to the point of dividing the community.
Mon Aug 14 2017
Tabling of amendments to Act 164 deferred - DPM Zahid
Ahmad Zahid said the postponement was to ensure that the bill would not be in conflict with the fatwa (edict) issued on the matter and the Federal Constitution.
Thu Apr 06 2017
Act 164: Government's decision based on national interest - Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid who is also Home Minister says he respected the views expressed and fatwa (edict) issued before on the matter.
Tue Apr 04 2017
Issuing fatwa without knowledge is a sin - Pahang Mufti
Anyone with no knowledge on fatwa (Islamic religious edict) but issues one to the public, is committing a sin, according to Pahang Mufti Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Rahman Osman.
Wed Jan 04 2017
Saudi revives 15-year-old anti-Pokemon fatwa
The Pokemon game was un-Islamic as it contains polytheism, said the 2001 religious edict, without specifically referring to the popular smartphone app.
Thu Jul 21 2016
Ramadan edict against eating in public infuriates some Muslims in Egypt
The fatwa on eating in public during fasting hours has provoked a massive outcry on Egyptian social media, with many criticizing it as an attack on personal freedoms.
Sat Jun 18 2016
Canadian imams issue fatwa against Islamic State
A group of Canadian imams and religious scholars issued a religious edict against the Islamic State group Wednesday, denouncing its threats against and recruitment in Canada.
Thu Mar 12 2015
Nik Aziz, as we remember him (1931 - 2015)
Amongst PAS supporters, Nik Abdul Aziz is held in awe and treated with great reverence. They hold him in such an elevated position that whatever he says; many almost consider fatwa (religious edict).
Fri Feb 13 2015
Don't criticise fatwa issued - Selangor Sultan
Muslims shouldn't be too hasty to criticise the fatwa issued by relevant religious authority without fully understanding the edicts.
Thu Nov 06 2014
OINK! OINK! CALL A PIG A BABI
The porcine putsch is wholly derived from the religious edict that pork is not to be consumed and is deemed HARAM (illegal according to religion).
Tue Jun 03 2014
Pahang to gazette Fatwa banning Syiah teachings in state - Tengku Abdullah
Pahang will gazette a fatwa (edict) that bans Syiah teachings in the state to prevent it from confusing Muslims and diverting their faith from the true teachings of Islam.
Sun Jul 28 2013
Edicts committee declares shisha 'haram'
Shisha or waterpipe smoking is 'haram' for Muslims, the Fatwa (Edicts) Committee of the National Council for Islamic Affairs declared today.
Fri Jul 19 2013
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024