Tehran: The Central Bank of Iran’s Governor, Mohammadreza Farzin, announced the initiation of discussions for a joint monetary channel among Islamic nations during the sixth meeting of central bank governors from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Istanbul. The main objectives of these negotiations include improving money transfer methods for tourists and businesses, establishing…
The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) announced that three key sites in Sharjah Dibba Al Hisn Fort and Settlement, Fili Fort, and Wadi Shees have been added to the Islamic World Heritage List by ICESCO. This recognition underscores the cultural and historical importance of these locations in preserving Islamic and human heritage. Dibba Al Hisn Fort,…
The religious landscape in Saudi Arabia has undergone significant transformation as the country seeks to reconcile traditional values with modern development. This evolution has become increasingly important as Saudi Arabia moves away from its historical image and embraces innovation and revitalization. A key aspect of this contemporary religious discourse is the commitment to preserving the…
Rajasthan, India’s largest state by area, has signed a significant $35 billion investment agreement with the UAE government to develop a 60 GW solar, wind, and hybrid energy project. The memorandum of understanding was formalized in Jaipur by Rajasthan’s Principal Secretary of Industries, Ajitabh Sharma, and UAE Minister of Investment, Mohamed Hassan Al-Suwaidi. This venture…
CRDB Bank’s Sharia-compliant window, “Al Barakah,” has been awarded the Most Promising Islamic Banking Window Award for 2024 at the Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA) ceremony held in the Maldives. This accolade follows its recognition in 2023 as the Upcoming Islamic Banking Window. The bank’s representatives included Abdul Ally Mohamed, Chairman of the Sharia Advisory…
TEHRAN: The COMSTECH Inter-Islamic Network on Virtual Universities (CINVU) is set to establish the first Persian Culture and Language Training Department in India. This initiative aims to promote cultural convergence and offer training programs aligned with international standards in the Persian language. The launch was confirmed during an online meeting last week between Ahmad Pourqasem,…
Amit Saraf, a 50-year-old Indian expat, made headlines by winning the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion for the second time. Saraf, who moved to Dubai from Bangalore after his first win in 2021, purchased his winning ticket (number 2813) on October 8, securing another $1 million prize. This remarkable win makes him the ninth…
Tashkent, Uzbekistan, kicked off the international conference titled “Islam is a Religion of Peace and Kindness,” gathering over 70 leaders from various international organizations, religious figures, muftis, and esteemed scholars from 22 countries, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, and France. The conference began with welcoming remarks from Uzbek officials, who emphasized the significance of preserving…
An exhibition celebrating Quranic calligraphy opened on 21 October 2024 at the Ministry of Culture in Baghdad, featuring top Iraqi calligraphers, including one female artist. Supported by the Ministry of Culture and the Ibn al-Bawwab Foundation for Islamic Arts, this marks the 15th edition of the annual event. Deputy Minister Fadhil al-Badrani praised the exhibition…
In a significant shift towards integrating music into education, Saudi Arabia plans to appoint 9,000 female music teachers for nursery and primary schools. This initiative, announced by Noor ul Dabagh, the Director of Planning at the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Culture, aims to reform the education system by incorporating art and culture into the curriculum.…
