Ulama should not change fatwa as they like - Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid advised ulama (religious scholars) involved in politics not to change religious laws and fatwas according to their whims and fancies.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Disputes among mufti, religious scholars to only be debated in muzakarah - Sultan Sharafuddin
The Sultan of Selangor decreed that any differences of opinion between the muftis and religious scholars must only be debated in a muzakarah.
Thu Oct 06 2022
Men will represent women at gathering for national unity - Taliban leader
The gathering organised by the Taliban of Afghanistan's religious scholars and tribal elders will be without female participants.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Leader of Afghan holdout region says he is ready to talk with Taliban
Ahmad Massoud welcomed proposals from religious scholars for a negotiated settlement to end the fighting.
Mon Sep 06 2021
Afghan female artist breaks tattoo taboo in Kabul studio
Soraya believes she is the first female tattoo artist in a country where some religious scholars say tattoos are forbidden under Islam.
Mon Nov 30 2020
COVID-19: Al-Azhar issues fatwa on gatherings for worship
The Council of Senior Religious Scholars of Al-Azhar on Friday have agreed that a gathering during an outbreak even for the purpose of worship constitute a contravention of the Shariah law.
Sat Apr 04 2020
Kedah Sultan regrets firing up of discord among Muslims by political leaders
In this era, religious scholars were no exception in issuing fatwa (edicts), making accusations and counter-accusations and debating in cyber space to the point of dividing the community.
Mon Aug 14 2017
Greater cooperation between ulama, leaders good for country - Agong
Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah today called for greater cooperation between religious scholars and leaders for the benefit of the people and country.
Sun Oct 02 2016
No ban on debates between religious scholars - Asyraf Wajdi
The government will not prevent any religious debate programme as long as it is conducted within the law and regulations.
Thu Apr 28 2016
Canadian imams issue fatwa against Islamic State
A group of Canadian imams and religious scholars issued a religious edict against the Islamic State group Wednesday, denouncing its threats against and recruitment in Canada.
Thu Mar 12 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