Ex-husband in conversion case fined for contempt of court
Muhammad Nagahswaran was fined RM20,000 for abducting and registering his three children as Muslim converts without his ex-wife's consent.
Wed Apr 05 2023
Muslim-convert mother fails to get leave to appeal to reinstate kids' conversion to Islam
In civil cases, litigants must first obtain leave from the Federal Court before they can proceed with their appeals.
Tue Apr 12 2022
Jakim targets all states to use e-Muallaf system by year-end
Jakim is targeting all states to use the e-Muallaf system, a database on Muslim converts, by the end of this year, said its director-general Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yusoff.
Tue Mar 29 2022
May 17 hearing of application by single mother to challenge ex-husband's action in registering children as Muslim converts
Loh's lawyer said the application would be heard via online proceeding before the judge.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Father's sacrifice inspires legacy of 'Warung Che Mat Fu'
Warung Che Mat Fu, which opened in early February, was to commemorate the sacrifices of her father, a Muslim convert, and inspire the younger generation.
Sat Mar 05 2022
Appeals Court postpones MAIS' appeal in unilateral conversion of three children to Islam
The Court of Appeal today postponed hearing of an appeal by MAIS and the Selangor Chief Registrar of Muslim Converts against a High Court's decision.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Conversion of children to Islam: Court dismisses appeals by Muslim-convert mother, Registrar of Muallaf
The Court of Appeal says it is bound by the decision by the Federal Court in the case of kindergarten teacher M Indira Gandhi.
Wed Oct 27 2021
NGOs come to aid of destitute brothers
Abdul Rahman is also unable to work daily as he needs to take care of his brother who suffers from health issues such as seizures and the loss of a left limb in an accident.
Fri Feb 05 2021
What we can learn from Muslim converts in Malaysia
In a Malaysia where we have become so strict on determining what constitutes a Muslim, the story of non-Malay Muslim converts in Malaysia provides us an opportune learning curve.
Tue Aug 08 2017
Health Ministry admits negligence in mix-up over remains of Muslim convert
The Health Ministry admitted errors and negligence in the mix up related to the remains of a Muslim convert by the Kajang Hospital two days ago.
Mon Jun 05 2017
Health DG warns of severe action over body slip-up
Director-General of Health Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah today warned of severe action against the staff of the Kajang Hospital whose mistake resulted in a dead Muslim convert being cremated.
Mon Jun 05 2017
London attacker Khalid Masood was a criminal with militant links
A British-born former teacher and Muslim convert, Masood had shown up on the periphery of previous terrorism investigations that brought him to the attention of Britain's MI5 spy agency.
Fri Mar 24 2017
Federal Court gives Muslim-convert father until tomorrow to appear in court
The Federal Court has given Muslim-convert father Muhammad Riduan Abdullah a chance until tomorrow to come to court and bring his youngest daughter to purge his contempt proceedings.
Mon Nov 14 2016
A second marriage for Khir Toyo
The former Selangor MB today wed for the second time, with Muslim convert Christine Zanitrah Abdullah.
Sun Aug 28 2016
Federal Court orders arrest of Muslim convert
The decision was made after Muhammad Ridhuan disobeyed a court order to hand over his youngest daughter to his ex-wife.
Fri Apr 29 2016
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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