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Perak's government asserts it is containing the spread of deviant religious teachings through coordinated monitoring, even as these doctrines increasingly migrate to digital platforms and cross state borders.
Malaysia's JAKIM has confirmed that a viral marriage letter claiming its endorsement carries a fabricated reference number and was never issued by any Islamic authority in the country.
Pahang's religious authorities have reaffirmed the Sultan of Pahang's directive to preserve and strengthen traditional mosques and suraus as the primary venues for Friday prayers, resisting proposals to establish such facilities in shopping malls.
Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development is creating comprehensive funeral management guidelines to serve as a national reference, following a recent controversy that sparked online debate.
The Selangor Islamic Religious Council has called an urgent meeting involving the bereaved family, mosque management, and religious authorities to address allegations of burial delays at Ukay Perdana Muslim Cemetery in Hulu Kelang.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has confirmed that the Masjid Warisan project in front of the Tun Razak Exchange will proceed as scheduled, dismissing calls for cancellation and emphasising mosques' role as social harmony centres.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister announced plans for a new mosque in Bukit Bintang with capacity for over 1,500 worshippers, expected to open in early 2024. The facility will replace a temporary prayer surau at a community centre.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has called on the nation's Muslim community to set aside internal disputes and hostilities, emphasizing that unified strength is essential for navigating mounting global economic and social challenges.
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International Islamic University Malaysia Rector Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar has been named the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026 celebration held in Putrajaya.