KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — The Islamic Development Department is finalising the guidelines on the participation of Muslims in non-Muslim celebrations, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar.

By Norrasyidah Arshad SHAH ALAM, Jan 23 — Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj today expressed pride over the Selangor Zakat Board’s (LZS) performance, which has enhanced service quality in tithe collection and distribution. His Royal Highness said that since its...

By Sheeda Fathil SHAH ALAM, Dec 30 — Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari has urged Muslims to integrate selawat (praises to Prophet Muhammad) and zikir (remembrance of Allah) into their daily routines, emphasising their importance as a guide in life. “As leaders entrusted with the...

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal SHAH ALAM, Dec 29 — The last day of Festival Darul Ehsan Berselawat at Setia City Park, Setia Alam, tonight was made more comfortable as the organisers had installed platforms. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari on Facebook said the organiser installed the...

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal SHAH ALAM, Dec 29 — The Selangor Public Library Corporation (PPAS) has showcased various initiatives at the Festival Darul Ehsan Berselawat at Setia City Park here. PPAS corporate unit Zafrullah Aris said that among the offers were the desktop and laptop loan programme...

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal SHAH ALAM, Dec 29 — The second day of Festival Darul Ehsan Berselawat at Setia City Park Oval Lawn here last night successfully gathered tens of thousands of Muslims. Attended by Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari and his wife Datin Seri Masdiana Muhamad, the...

CAIRO, Nov 11 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Muslim world could be left further behind without decisive and sustained investment in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.

SHAH ALAM, NOV 10 — The Selangor Wakaf Corporation on Friday received a wakaf, or donation, of RM1 million from Prima Saujana Kajang Mosque.

SHAH ALAM, Oct 4 — Muslims in the state have been urged to distance themselves from GISB Holdings (GISBH) teachings and practices as they are misleading and deviate from true Islamic faith.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 — Malaysia recorded 4.5 million Muslim tourist arrivals last year, generating RM14.7 billion in revenue, said Islamic Tourist Centre (ITC) director-general Nizran Noordin.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 — Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Aidiladha on June 17, said the Conference of Rulers’ assistant secretary Datuk Mohd Aseral Jusman.

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, June 7 — The Muslim community must protect and preserve the spirit of unity, harmony and stability to ensure Malaysia remains strong, the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) said. The state Islamic authority said humanity comprises people of diverse...

RIYADH, April 29 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday expressed confidence in the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to continuously forge ahead in playing a pivotal role in addressing the issue of inequality and marginalisation, particularly among Muslims.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 — The Muslim community nationwide today participated in the World #QuranHour 2024 programme as part of their ‘final sprint’ before Ramadan ends.

TANAH MERAH, March 17 — Some 22 million Muslims spend almost RM5.4 billion at Ramadan bazaars across the country, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 — Muslims in Malaysia will begin fasting on Tuesday, March 12, said the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal, Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad.

RIYADH, Oct 21 — Malaysia’s determination to fight for the cause of the Palestinians, who continue to be oppressed by Israel, is not because it wants to be a ‘hero’ but rather on the basis of its responsibility to defend Muslims.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19  — The woman who allegedly acted indecently during a performance at a comedy club here and was charged in the Sessions Court last week with causing disharmony on grounds of religion among the Muslims will be charged with insulting Islam in the Syariah High Court here tomorrow.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 — The practice of giving “duit raya” is synonymous with the Muslim community in Malaysia, especially on Aidilfitri.

SHAH ALAM, July 9 —  The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has urged Muslims in Selangor to understand the essence of the Friday sermon on the prohibition of committing suicide delivered by khatib in mosques throughout the state today.