![Netizens should report to Religious Dept if dubious divorced pronounced on social media Netizens should report to Religious Dept if dubious divorced pronounced on social media](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/51656256668_IdrisAhmadajlisM.jpg)
Netizens should report to Religious Dept if dubious divorced pronounced on social media
Netizens or members of the public are urged to report directly to the state or district religious authorities if they know of any dubious talak or divorce pronounced via social media.
Sun Jun 26 2022
![Take prompt action to curb spread of reincarnation concept among Muslims - Mufti Take prompt action to curb spread of reincarnation concept among Muslims - Mufti](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-04/51523848719_penan.jpg)
Take prompt action to curb spread of reincarnation concept among Muslims - Mufti
The Islamic religious authorities have been urged to take prompt action to curb the spread of the reincarnation concept among the Muslim community in the country.
Sun Jun 05 2022
![Muslims urged to report 'praying with fan' incidences Muslims urged to report 'praying with fan' incidences](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/81653732838_TBIDRISAHMAD.jpg)
Muslims urged to report 'praying with fan' incidences
The public is urged to report to the religious authorities if they come across Muslims praying along with a fan and making it as though it is another worshipper.
Sat May 28 2022
![Physical distancing rule during congregational prayers not made on purpose - Idris Physical distancing rule during congregational prayers not made on purpose - Idris](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/51641739625_TBIdrisAhmad.jpg)
Physical distancing rule during congregational prayers not made on purpose - Idris
The decision to enforce physical distancing during congregational prayers was not done on purpose but was taken after taking into account the views of the state religious authorities.
Sun Jan 09 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
![Muslims advised to adhere to Aidiladha prayers SOPs - DPM Muslims advised to adhere to Aidiladha prayers SOPs - DPM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51626665688_TBSOLATAIDILADHA.jpg)
Muslims advised to adhere to Aidiladha prayers SOPs - DPM
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has reminded Muslims who will be performing the Aidiladha prayers tomorrow to adhere to SOPs stipulated by the religious authorities.
Mon Jul 19 2021
![Muhyiddin wants state religious authorities to help enhance public awareness on vaccination Muhyiddin wants state religious authorities to help enhance public awareness on vaccination](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/61621781807_MuhyiddinYassin.jpg)
Muhyiddin wants state religious authorities to help enhance public awareness on vaccination
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin wants all state religious authorities to play a bigger role in enhancing public awareness on the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Mon May 24 2021
![Kedah, Perak religious authorities to step up enforcement during Ramadan Kedah, Perak religious authorities to step up enforcement during Ramadan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/71618141338_DatukNajmiAhmad.jpg)
Kedah, Perak religious authorities to step up enforcement during Ramadan
The Kedah Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAIK) will increase monitoring at 71 restaurants and eateries in the state known to be frequent haunts for those who skip fasting during Ramadan.
Sun Apr 11 2021
![Wait for clarification, says Dr Zulkifli over woman's marriage ceremony abroad Wait for clarification, says Dr Zulkifli over woman's marriage ceremony abroad](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)
Wait for clarification, says Dr Zulkifli over woman's marriage ceremony abroad
Zulkifli was confident that any form of crisis can be resolved well, as Islam requires its followers to verify information before making observations.
Tue Dec 22 2020
![Spread of liberalism: Zulkifli denies lack of action from religious authorities Spread of liberalism: Zulkifli denies lack of action from religious authorities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/51599481216_SenatorDatukDrZul.jpg)
Spread of liberalism: Zulkifli denies lack of action from religious authorities
Dr Zulkifli has denied allegations that religious authorities in the states have not taken any action on the spread of liberalism on social media, as reported by a local newspaper today.
Mon Sep 07 2020
![Two Friday prayer sessions: Up to states religious authorities to decide - Dr Zulkifli Two Friday prayer sessions: Up to states religious authorities to decide - Dr Zulkifli](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/81592497108_solatjumaatperlis.jpg)
Two Friday prayer sessions: Up to states religious authorities to decide - Dr Zulkifli
It is up to Islamic religious authorities in each state to decide whether to allow two Friday prayer sessions to be held.
Sun Jul 19 2020
![Missing three Friday prayers during MCO does not make one a munafiq - Minister Missing three Friday prayers during MCO does not make one a munafiq - Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/61585577746_solat.jpg)
Missing three Friday prayers during MCO does not make one a munafiq - Minister
Zulkifli appealed to Muslims to obey the government's directives and fatwa of religious authorities on the suspension of the Friday prayers.
Fri Apr 03 2020
![Zulkifli proposes suspension of mosque, surau activities be extended Zulkifli proposes suspension of mosque, surau activities be extended](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/51585150660_TBDewanNegara.jpg)
Zulkifli proposes suspension of mosque, surau activities be extended
However, Zulkifli said it was up to the Islamic religious authorities in each state to decide on the matter adding that he hoped all Muslims would abide by the MCO directives.
Wed Mar 25 2020
![Kassim Ahmad freed on charges of insulting Islam, defying religious authorities Kassim Ahmad freed on charges of insulting Islam, defying religious authorities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/51502101959_AktivissosialDrKa.jpg)
Kassim Ahmad freed on charges of insulting Islam, defying religious authorities
The Syariah High Court here today acquitted and discharged former social and political activist Dr Kassim Ahmad on charges of insulting Islam and defying the Islamic religious authorities.
Mon Aug 07 2017
![36 preachers must apply permission to give talks in Pahang 36 preachers must apply permission to give talks in Pahang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/71497017371_MuftiPahangDatukS.jpg)
36 preachers must apply permission to give talks in Pahang
The individuals involved only need to apply for permission once but they have to go through procedures such as interviews with the state religious authorities namely MUIP and JAIP.
Fri Jun 09 2017