At least 121 people, mostly women, killed in stampede at India's Hathras
Authorities said the stampede occurred when a crowd of devotees started pushing towards the stage after an event to touch the preacher.
Wed Jul 03 2024
Ebit Lew trial: Witness denies flirting, having relationship with preacher
The woman in her 40s said that she reached out to Ebit Lew solely to address family matters.
Fri May 24 2024
Ebit Lew trial: Preacher still sent obscene messages during Ramadan - Witness
The witness said that in addition to sending messages from early morning until night, Ebit Lew would also call her and use obscene language.
Tue May 21 2024
Ramasamy pays RM1.52 million to Zakir - Lawyer
Ex-Penang Deputy Chief Minister II P. Ramasamy managed to pay a total of RM1.52 million to independent preacher Zakir Naik for defaming him.
Fri Dec 01 2023
DPM Zahid proposes increase in allowance for contract preachers
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi proposed for state religious councils and departments to increase allowance for their contract preachers.
Tue Oct 10 2023
In Muslim-majority Indonesia, Islamic preacher under fire over unorthodox views
Panji Gumilang was named a suspect by police, faces a maximum 10 years in prison if found guilt of blasphemy and hate speech.
Wed Aug 02 2023
India hunts Sikh preacher who has revived calls for homeland
Police said they had stepped up their presence and suspended mobile internet services to prevent unrest.
Tue Mar 21 2023
MAINPP to hold discussion with banned preachers on Monday
MAINPP will hold a meeting with several preachers banned from holding lectures, sermons or knowledge gatherings in the state for not having teaching credentials.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Freelance preacher pleads not guilty to another rape charge
A freelance preacher who pleaded not guilty to nine counts of committing rape, sexual assault and unnatural sex on a teenager two days ago, pleaded not guilty to raping the girl.
Thu Dec 01 2022
Preacher charged with nine counts of rape, sexual assault
Muhammad Fathi, who has three wives and eight children was charged with nine charges of committing rape, sexual assault and unnatural sex.
Tue Nov 29 2022
GE15: Ustaz Kazim withdraws for family sake
Preacher Datuk Mohammad Kazim Elias withdrew as Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate for the Larut parliament seat for the sake of his family.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Celebrity preacher claims trial to sexually assaulting two teenage boys
A celebrity preacher pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court today to five charges of sexually assaulting two teenage boys.
Wed Oct 12 2022
Social media posting did not refer to Ebit Lew - Witness
A posting dated July 26, 2021 on social media by the first witness in Ebit Lew's sexual harassment trial, did not refer to the preacher.
Fri Sep 30 2022
Woman shared screenshots of her conversation with Ebit Lew containing lewd pictures - Witness
The trial of the sexual harassment case involving Ebit Lew began today with a motivational expert who helped a victim of sexual harassment involving the celebrity preacher taking the witness stand.
Tue Sep 27 2022
Ebit Lew's sexual harassment trial begins tomorrow
The trial of preacher Ebit Irawan Ibrahim Lew, or Ebit Lew, on sexual harassment charges will be held from tomorrow until Sept 30 at the Tenom Magistrate's Court.
Mon Sep 26 2022
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