KANGAR: Malaysia’s expanding Islamic finance ecosystem is set to attract more investments from both Islamic countries and global investors prioritizing ethical principles and social responsibility. Associate Prof Dr. Mohd Zukime Mat Junoh, a senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Perlis, highlighted that the Islamic financial system’s appeal lies in its adherence to syariah requirements, transparency, and…
Abd al-Wahhab Astibi was appointed as the new key bearer of the Kaaba in Makkah on June 25 . It was also announced that Al-Abidin Al-Shaibi has been appointed as the new chain holder of the Kaaba. The ceremony of handing over the keys of the Kaabah and Rawza Ibrahim (Maqam Ibrahim) to Abd al-Wahhab…
SHAH JIWANA – Rhythmic drums and spirited dancing are once again enlivening the shrines of Sufi saints in Pakistan, where festivals had long been stifled by the threat of violence. As the harvest season ends and schools close for the summer, villagers travel atop tractor trolleys, buses, and rickshaws to attend annual celebrations at shrines…
Moscow (AsiaNews) – Russia is embroiled in a heated debate over a proposed ban on the Niqab, an Islamic veil covering the face except for the eyes, often associated with Wahabism. Valerij Fadeev, president of the Human Rights Council, has championed the ban, gaining support from deputies and opinion leaders who believe it is necessary…
Brindisi (AsiaNews) – Pope Francis addressed the G7 summit in Italy, urging a ban on “lethal autonomous weapons” based on artificial intelligence (AI). Describing AI as an “exciting and fearsome tool,” he emphasized that political leaders face crucial decisions about its future use. Following his speech, the Pope engaged in bilateral meetings with key political…
SHAH JIWANA – The concept of conventional finance loans, mortgages, interest payments seems indispensable for modern business. However, in the Muslim world, where interest is prohibited under Islamic law, banks have developed alternative financial products that are now gaining traction in Southeast Asia. Dato Muzaffar Hisham, CEO of Maybank Islamic, notes the bank’s strong presence…
New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Islamic Studies and Research (IIISR) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chennai’s Abdul Rahman University to attract bright graduates to its two-year residential courses in Islamic Thought and Comparative Religions and Civilization. Dr. Muhammad Ishaq, former dean of the humanities faculty at Jamia Millia Islamia, has been appointed…
BENGALURU: On World Environment Day 2024, environmentalist U S Moinuddin highlighted a pressing issue in Bengaluru many vacant sites are turning into garbage dumping grounds. Speaking at the event organized by Magnifique English School in Minhaj Nagar, Jhbcs Layout, Moinuddin urged residents to responsibly dispose of their waste to avoid health hazards and unhygienic conditions.…
NCPCR Chief Questions Non-Muslim Students Attending Madrasas Bhopal: Priyank Kanungo, Chairperson of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), has raised concerns about non-Muslim students attending madrasas in Madhya Pradesh. Following similar actions in Uttar Pradesh, he urged the state’s Bharatiya Janata Party government to ensure that Hindu children attend regular schools instead…
The minority status of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is under threat as the Modi government argues that it should be revoked, asserting that the university belongs to the nation, not just Muslims. This case is being heard by a constitutional bench in the Supreme Court, with harsh comments made against AMU’s current status daily. Losing…
