End of physical distancing in houses of worship lauded but maintain basic SOP
The announcement to end physical distancing during congregational prayers, as well as mass prayers in non-Muslim houses of worship, has received good response from all quarters.
Wed Mar 09 2022
No more physical distancing during congregational prayers - PM Ismail Sabri
Congregational prayers in all mosques and surau, as well as mass prayers in all non-Muslim houses of worship, can now be performed without having to observe physical distancing.
Tue Mar 08 2022
Mass prayers to welcome Ramadan in Jakarta
Members of Nahdlatul Ulama, the biggest Muslim organisation in Indonesia, hold a mass prayer session on June 14, 2015 to welcome Ramadan.
Tue Jun 16 2015
Mohd Ghafar always attended mass prayers while on duty abroad
Mohd Ghafar Abu Bakar was among the MAS crew who would always attend mass prayers while on duty abroad, according to his best friend Nadzri Hassan.
Sun Aug 24 2014
Prayers being held nationwide for passengers and crew
Malaysians regardless of religion are carrying out mass prayers for a positive outcome in the search and rescue operation for MH370.
Sun Mar 09 2014
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