Othman receives FT-level top Maulidur Rasul figure award
JAWI said the decision was made based on Othman's excellent contribution towards the development of ummah and Islamic teachings.
Tue Oct 19 2021
Oxford University lecturer wins 2017 National Premier Maulidur Rasul
Lecturer of Islamic Studies at the Faculty of Theology, Oxford University, Datuk Dr Muhammad Afifi Al-Akiti was named as the recipient of the National Premier Maulidur Rasul Award 2017.
Fri Dec 01 2017
Jakim to seek audience with Johor Sultan
Othman said Jakim respected the sultan's remark regarding an issue involving it's officer, Zamihan Mat Zain.
Sat Oct 14 2017
Staff urged to protect Jakim's image
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) director-general Tan Sri Othman Mustapha urged its staff to keep the image of the department clean while on and off duty.
Thu Oct 12 2017
New examination time-table for UPKK 2017
Three question papers for three subjects were reported missing in the incident.
Fri Sep 29 2017
Form committees to monitor national Syariah Index - Jakim
Jakim has urged Islamic Religious Departments in the country to form special committees in their own states to monitor the Syariah Index so that the national is better understood.
Tue Sep 26 2017
Rohingya: JAKIM calls for special prayers to end crisis
In a statement, Jakim director-general Tan Sri Othman Mustapha said the 'solat hajat' would be held after Friday prayers on Sept 15.
Wed Sep 13 2017
Jakim advises Muslim woman in 'dog' video to repent
Muslims who intentionally touch dogs are advised to repent and not create a new culture that can be insulting to Islam, said Jakim.
Wed Jul 05 2017
JAKIM welcomes McDonald's policy on birthday cakes
The policy showed the fast-food company's strong commitment to serving only halal food in accordance with the Halal Assurance System.
Wed Jan 04 2017
Jakim plans to extend use of marriage management system app to every state
The Malaysia Islamic Development Department (Jakim) plans to extend the use of the Malaysia Islamic Marriage Management System (SPPIM) application to every state.
Fri Dec 02 2016
Misleading info on Islam via Internet can confuse Muslims - Jakim
A deluge of misleading information on Islam via the internet can be confusing to Muslims, a symposium on new media preaching, was told Wednesday.
Wed Nov 16 2016
There should be limits for Pokemon GO - JAKIM
There should be limits imposed on the Pokemon GO so that religious institutions will not be affected since children might be preoccupied with the reality game.
Tue Aug 09 2016
Pokemon Go has negative impact on children, teenagers - Jakim
The decision was consistent with the views of other Muslim countries which found the Pokemon Go game to be dangerous and resulting in fatal accidents.
Sun Aug 07 2016
KTMB, world's first train service provider to obtain halal certificate
Hilmi Hasan said the halal certificate issued by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) was a meaningful recognition for KTMB, which was currently undergoing a transformation.
Fri Jul 29 2016
Muslims to celebrate Maulidur Rasul for second time this year
Preparations for the national-level celebrations at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang was progressing smoothly with a full dress rehearsal held Wednesday morning.
Thu Dec 24 2015
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
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024