Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Defying high prices, Muslim pilgrims head to Mecca for haj
More than 2 million haj pilgrims expected to attend the 2023 pilgrimage season this week in Mecca and Medina.
Tue Jun 27 2023
Haj 2022 commences with 1 million pilgrims
The haj season of 1443 AH officially started yesterday - after a break of two years due to COVID-19 - where pilgrims began to perform the "Tawaf Qudum" around the Kaaba before going to Mina.
Thu Jul 07 2022
Kaaba's Kiswa raised in Makkah to mark start of haj
The Kiswa - a black-coloured and gold-embroidered cloth that covers the Kaaba - was raised on Sunday to mark the start of the haj season.
Tue Jun 21 2022
Haj pilgrims advised against doing business in front of Kaabah
Malaysian haj pilgrims are advised not to conduct any business activities or promote their products while in front of the Kaabah.
Tue Jun 21 2022
Saudi to allow 60,000 vaccinated residents to perform hajj
It will be the second year in a row that the kingdom hosts a downscaled hajj amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Sat Jun 12 2021
Christians allowed to use -Allah- word in May 1986 Cabinet's decision - Judge
The Cabinet came out with the policy decision in May 1986, according to a note by the then Deputy Prime Minister Tun Abdul Ghafar Baba to the Home Ministry.
Fri Mar 19 2021
Govt files appeal against ruling on use of word 'Allah'
The notice of appeal was filed at the High Court registrar's office.
Mon Mar 15 2021
UMNO, PAS want ruling on Islamic words be referred to Appeals Court
MN views seriously the High Court's decision in allowing non-Muslims to use the Islamic words in their publications.
Thu Mar 11 2021
High court rules Christians nationwide can use word "Allah" in religious publications
Justice Nor Bee said the words could also be used by the community for teaching purposes as they have been in use for more than 400 years.
Wed Mar 10 2021
PM describes opportunity to perform umrah a responsibility, not personal privilege
Muhyiddin is in Saudi Arabia for a four-day official visit starting on Saturday at the invitation of the Saudi Arabian King.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Journey to Mecca
Muslim faithful make the annual hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca.
Tue Sep 05 2017
Attempt by 'mentally ill' man to self-immolate next to Kaaba foiled
A video clip circulating on social media showed a man being hustled away from the Kaaba by pilgrims and security guards.
Tue Feb 07 2017
Don't believe in viral video showing tawaf halted in front of Kaabah - Tabung Haji
Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim said so far they have not received any information about the incident.
Wed Jun 22 2016
Rajinikanth's limo not hijacked, we paid RM2,500 for it, servicing company clarifies
The production servicing company for Indian superstar Rajinikanth's Kabali movie said the limousine car that was used to charter the star was not "hijacked".
Fri Oct 30 2015
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024