Cabinet ministers extend Maulidur Rasul greetings, call on Muslims to recite "selawat'
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the life and struggles of Prophet Muhammad are a highly valuable reference for all parties.
Thu Sep 28 2023
Maulidur Rasul celebrated with parades, selawat events
Muslims today celebrated the Maulidur Rasul with parades and 'selawat' events in remembrance of the sacrifices of Prophet Muhammad in spreading Islam.
Sun Oct 09 2022
Muhyiddin joins virtual Mega Selawat with the people
The programme was held to pray for the well-being of the people at the PKRC as well as the nation which is currently battling the pandemic.
Fri Jun 18 2021
Sadness as Tuanku Abdul Halim, Tuanku Hajah Haminah say goodbye to palace staff
The sounds of "zikir" and "selawat" recordings which were played in the lobby of Istana Negara added to the sadness felt by the palace staff with some even crying.
Sat Dec 10 2016
Allegation that Prophet Muhammad 'present' at selawat event baseless - Perlis mufti
Perlis mufti said claims that the Prophet was visibly seen in the state of wakefulness (yaqazah) at such an event was unacceptable.
Sat Jul 25 2015
Muslims enliven Maulidur Rasul celebrations across Malaysia
The national celebrations themed 'Perpaduan Nadi Transformasi Negara' (Unity, the Pulse of National Transformation)was held at the Putra Mosque in Putrajaya.
Sat Jan 03 2015
Pray for Malaysia: 15,000 people converge on Dataran Merdeka
Organised by the Ministry of Communication and Multimedia, the programme is aimed at encouraging Malaysians to pray for the nation's security, prosperity and well-being.
Sat Aug 16 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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