Adequate Muslim burial land in FT - Zulkifli
There is adequate Muslim burial land in the Federal Territories to accommodate burials including the bodies of those who died due to COVID-19.
Sat Jul 17 2021
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
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
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
Wan Zahidi appointed as chairman of fatwa committee of new MKI
The appointment was to replace Prof Emeritus Tan Sri Dr Abdul Shukor Husin whose tenure of appointment had expired.
Wed Oct 18 2017
Illegitimate children: DPM agrees with appeal to Federal Court
He said at the moment, the NRD was carrying out its tasks according to the Fatwa Committee of the National Council for Islamic Affairs' ruling.
Sun Jul 30 2017
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
Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam says all scientific information have been shared with the National Fatwa Council.
Thu Sep 29 2016
Zika: Health Ministry to meet with National Fatwa Council on abortion
Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam said the Cabinet has instructed the ministry to discuss the matter after taking scientific and Islamic perspectives into consideration.
Wed Sep 14 2016
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
The National Fatwa Council Monday decided that smoking e-cigarette or vape is haram.
Mon Dec 21 2015
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
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
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
Touching dogs against mainstream Islamic practice in Malaysia - Fatwa
Although Islam revered all animals including dogs, Muslims however must adhere to the stipulated Islamic code with regard to touching dogs.
Thu Oct 23 2014