Abdul Aziz appointed new Jakim director-general
Abdul Aziz has been with Jakim for over 34 years and has vast experience in public service especially in Islamic affairs.
Fri Jan 15 2021
Paimuzi's services to Muslim community, country much appreciated - Agong
Istana Negara in an official Facebook post informed that Al-Sultan Abdullah expressed sadness over Paimuzi's passing.
Thu Oct 08 2020
Jakim DG Paimuzi Yahya dies, his remains will be buried in Kuang
The remains of Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) director-general Datuk Paimuzi Yahya, 59, who died of heart and lung complications at 1 pm today, will be laid to rest at Kuang.
Thu Oct 08 2020
"Ummah Rabbani Negara Harmoni" theme of Maal Hijrah 1442H celebration
The ceremony, which is scheduled to be held at 5 pm, will be launched by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
Wed Aug 19 2020
JAWI looking for 12 followers of deviant teaching
The Federal Territory Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) is looking for 12 followers of a deviant teaching who fail to attend proceedings at the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory Syariah Court.
Thu Nov 19 2015
JAWI on hunt for 'Ustaz Casanova'
JAWI is tracking down a man impersonating an ustaz (religious teacher), who is believed to have deceived 13 women.
Wed Nov 18 2015
JAWI gives a weeks' time for teenagers to turn themselves in
The Federal Territory Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) has give a weeks' time to the teenagers who were implicated in the K-Pop video to turn themselves in.
Wed Jan 14 2015
Jawi opens investigation paper on Kassim Ahmad's controversial lecture
Jawi enforcement division has opened an investigation paper on a lecture given by controversial scholar Kassim Ahmad at a seminar in Putrajaya last weekend.
Wed Feb 19 2014
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
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