![COVID-19: MAIK encourages wearing of face mask in mosques, surau COVID-19: MAIK encourages wearing of face mask in mosques, surau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702981917_TBjemaahmasjid.jpg)
COVID-19: MAIK encourages wearing of face mask in mosques, surau
The Kelantan Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIK) encourages the wearing of face masks to the mosque and surau to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Tue Dec 19 2023
![Over 1,000 Afghan civilians killed in blasts, violence since August 2021 - UN Over 1,000 Afghan civilians killed in blasts, violence since August 2021 - UN](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/51650387705_TBtaliban.jpg)
Over 1,000 Afghan civilians killed in blasts, violence since August 2021 - UN
The majority of deaths were caused by improvised explosive devices including suicide bombings in mosques, education centres and markets.
Tue Jun 27 2023
![Man who disguises as a woman in telekung pleads guilty to stealing in mosque Man who disguises as a woman in telekung pleads guilty to stealing in mosque](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/41672295031_lelakimenyamarwanita.jpg)
Man who disguises as a woman in "telekung" pleads guilty to stealing in mosque
A man, who disguised himself as a woman to steal in a mosque was charged in the Shah Alam Magistrate's Court today with two counts of theft.
Thu Dec 29 2022
![Foetus found in mosque toilet belongs to cat - Police Foetus found in mosque toilet belongs to cat - Police](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/61622899752_PDRM.jpg)
Foetus found in mosque toilet belongs to cat - Police
Police said the tests conducted by the forensic unit confirmed that the foetus found was not that of a human as initially thought.
Fri Oct 28 2022
![18 killed in mosque attack in Nigeria 18 killed in mosque attack in Nigeria](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-02/51551244280_PresidenNigerian.jpg)
18 killed in mosque attack in Nigeria
At least 18 people were killed in a mosque attack in Zamfara state in Nigeria, Anadolu Agency cited media reports said Saturday.
Sun Sep 25 2022
![JAWI announces SOP relaxations at mosques and surau JAWI announces SOP relaxations at mosques and surau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/71651418509_pengarahJAWIDatuk.jpg)
JAWI announces SOP relaxations at mosques and surau
JAWI today announced several standard operating procedure (SOP) relaxation guidelines in mosques and surau effective tomorrow (May 2).
Sun May 01 2022
!['Bang Chik' nabbed for alleged involvement in thefts of donation boxes in mosques, suraus 'Bang Chik' nabbed for alleged involvement in thefts of donation boxes in mosques, suraus](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/51621428389_gari.jpg)
'Bang Chik' nabbed for alleged involvement in thefts of donation boxes in mosques, suraus
'Bang Chik' was nabbed for his involvement in 23 cases since January involving a loss of RM5,650.
Thu Apr 07 2022
![Muslims advised to adhere to SOP despite relaxations in mosque, surau Muslims advised to adhere to SOP despite relaxations in mosque, surau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-04/51648817482_JemaahmelakukanSol.jpg)
Muslims advised to adhere to SOP despite relaxations in mosque, surau
Muslims in the country have been reminded always to adhere to the SOPs for COVID-19 prevention when performing congregational prayers without physical distancing at mosques and surau.
Fri Apr 01 2022
![Selangor allows congregational prayers without physical distancing from April 1 Selangor allows congregational prayers without physical distancing from April 1](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/61648358072_JAISbenarkanrapat.jpg)
Selangor allows congregational prayers without physical distancing from April 1
The Sultan of Selangor has given his consent for the congregational prayers without physical distancing to be performed in mosques and surau statewide effective April 1.
Sun Mar 27 2022
![Congregational prayers without physical distancing not yet discussed in most states Congregational prayers without physical distancing not yet discussed in most states](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/71588137758_Generic.jpg)
Congregational prayers without physical distancing not yet discussed in most states
Congregational prayer in mosques and surau without physical distancing during the 'Transition to Endemic' phase which begins April 1, is yet to be discussed in most states.
Wed Mar 09 2022
![Tarawih allowed in mosques, surau during Ramadan - Idris Tarawih allowed in mosques, surau during Ramadan - Idris](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/81618879925_MuhyiddinYassin.jpg)
Tarawih allowed in mosques, surau during Ramadan - Idris
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad today gave the assurance that Tarawih prayers will be allowed to be performed in mosques and suraus nationwide.
Thu Mar 03 2022
![No plans to have specific SOPs for tarawih prayer - Idris No plans to have specific SOPs for tarawih prayer - Idris](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/71643960025_IdrisAhmad.jpg)
No plans to have specific SOPs for tarawih prayer - Idris
The existing SOPs on congregational prayers in mosques and suraus were also applicable for tarawih prayers.
Fri Feb 04 2022
![Muslims celebrate Aidiladha with prayers Muslims celebrate Aidiladha with prayers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/61626759009_SolatAidiladha.jpg)
Muslims celebrate Aidiladha with prayers
Several state religious authorities allowed the Aidiladha prayers to be performed in mosques and surau, subject to strict SOP compliance.
Tue Jul 20 2021
![JAWI sets new limit on number of congregants in mosques, surau JAWI sets new limit on number of congregants in mosques, surau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/71610467371_TBRayaHaji.jpg)
JAWI sets new limit on number of congregants in mosques, surau
JAWI has made a new ruling on the number of congregants allowed to perform the Friday and obligatory prayers, as well as for the coming Aidiladha prayer, at mosques and suraus.
Thu Jul 08 2021
![Kelantan to allow Aidiladha sacrificial rites at set locations Kelantan to allow Aidiladha sacrificial rites at set locations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/71625113153_TBKorban.jpg)
Kelantan to allow Aidiladha sacrificial rites at set locations
Tengku Mohamad Rizam said the implementation of the sacrificial rites was also allowed in mosques approved by MAIK.
Fri Jul 02 2021