![Thorough study to be conducted on use of COVID-19 vaccine - Zulkifli Thorough study to be conducted on use of COVID-19 vaccine - Zulkifli](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/51602765476_SeminarPenipuanUmr.jpg)
Thorough study to be conducted on use of COVID-19 vaccine - Zulkifli
The Muzakarah (Conference) of the National Fatwa Council will study the use of COVID-19 vaccine by taking into account all aspects including the Maqasid Syariah (paramount objectives in Islamic Law).
Tue Nov 24 2020
![National Fatwa Council meets tomorrow to fine tune SOP for mosques, surau National Fatwa Council meets tomorrow to fine tune SOP for mosques, surau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/71601792806_solatJumaat.jpg)
National Fatwa Council meets tomorrow to fine tune SOP for mosques, surau
The National Fatwa Council will meet tomorrow to fine tune the SOP on mosques and surau, in all areas regardless of whether red zone or not
Sun Oct 04 2020
![COVID-19: Congregational prayers' guidelines based on National Fatwa Council discussions COVID-19: Congregational prayers' guidelines based on National Fatwa Council discussions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-08/61534638121_TBTHxjpg.jpg)
COVID-19: Congregational prayers' guidelines based on National Fatwa Council discussions
The guidelines for congregational prayers in mosques and surau during the Recovery Movement Control Order period are prepared based on discussions with the ulama through the National Fatwa Council.
Sat Sep 12 2020
![There are still Muslims ignoring prohibition on smoking in mosque area There are still Muslims ignoring prohibition on smoking in mosque area](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-03/81490760968_SmokingGeneric.jpg)
There are still Muslims ignoring prohibition on smoking in mosque area
Although the National Fatwa Council has banned smoking, yet there are Muslims who still smoke in mosque compounds.
Wed Mar 29 2017
![Zika: No decision made regarding abortion yet - Health Minister Zika: No decision made regarding abortion yet - Health Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/51475138687_ZikaSubramaniam.jpg)
Zika: No decision made regarding abortion yet - Health Minister
Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam says all scientific information have been shared with the National Fatwa Council.
Thu Sep 29 2016
![Vaccines halal, do not contain swine DNA - Dr Hilmi Vaccines halal, do not contain swine DNA - Dr Hilmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-10/71445788447_Vaccination.jpg)
Vaccines halal, do not contain swine DNA - Dr Hilmi
To assure parents, the Health Ministry will consider holding a talk with the National Fatwa Council to come up with a fatwa on vaccination.
Sat Jun 25 2016
!['Smoking e-cigarette or vape is 'haram' - National Fatwa Council 'Smoking e-cigarette or vape is 'haram' - National Fatwa Council](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-12/81450717150_Vape.jpg)
'Smoking e-cigarette or vape is 'haram' - National Fatwa Council
The National Fatwa Council Monday decided that smoking e-cigarette or vape is haram.
Mon Dec 21 2015
![Fatwa Council studies use of vape Fatwa Council studies use of vape](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/51443299597_Ecigarettes.jpg)
Fatwa Council studies use of vape
The National Fatwa Council is studying the use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or vape, in connection with various aspects before deciding on the rule of its usage for Muslims.
Fri Oct 30 2015
![E-cigarette haram, National Fatwa Council rules E-cigarette haram, National Fatwa Council rules](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/61438753713_ELECTRONICCIGARETTE.jpg)
E-cigarette haram, National Fatwa Council rules
The National Fatwa Council has ruled that smoking of e-cigarettes is forbidden in Islam (haram), said council chairman, Profesor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr. Abd. Shukor Husin.
Tue Aug 18 2015
![Jihad for Malaysians shall be finalised by National Fatwa Council - Zahid Jihad for Malaysians shall be finalised by National Fatwa Council - Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-11/41385634663_295x200.jpg)
Jihad for Malaysians shall be finalised by National Fatwa Council - Zahid
The decision to perform jihad obligation should be finalised by the National Fatwa Council with the consent of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
Sat Nov 01 2014
![Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/61400917661_295x200.jpg)
Cadbury chocolates halal - Fatwa Council
The National Fatwa Council said the ruling is referred to the original ruling as the contamination occurred beyond the scope of control.
Thu May 29 2014
![DPM urges National Fatwa Council to study statements on Islam by Nik Aziz DPM urges National Fatwa Council to study statements on Islam by Nik Aziz](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-04/71365500329_295x200.jpg)
DPM urges National Fatwa Council to study statements on Islam by Nik Aziz
The National Fatwa Council should study all statements on Islam made by PAS spiritual leader Datuk Nik Aziz Nik Mat as they can weaken Muslims faith in the religion.
Tue Apr 09 2013
'Pas responsible for Hadi's controversial message'
The National Fatwa Council said the responsibility to erase confusion about "Amanat Haji Hadi" should be undertaken by Pas itself.
Fri Jan 11 2013