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Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury emphasized Bangladesh’s vulnerabilities to climate change and the urgent need for adequate climate finance to support national plans like the Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan, National Adaptation Plan, and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). “This programme will strengthen our ability to access and utilize global funds while catalyzing investments from diverse sources,” the minister said while addressing a workshop as the chief guest on Saturday. Saber highlighted three key challenges—scaling up the global donor base through inclusive partnerships, ensuring policy coherence and coordination across ministries to maximize co-benefits such as health and employment…
Niger State-born popular Islamic cleric Abdullateef Aliyu Maiyaki, popularly known as Mufti Yaks is dead. He died at the age of 20. According to reports, Mufti Yaks who is also a well-known motivational speaker died early hours of today, Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the National Hospital in Abuja after a brief illness. Renowned cleric and Islamic scholar, Mufti Ismail Ibn Menk revealed this Vis his Facebook page on Saturday. Menk, the Zimbabwean Islamic speaker who is said to be the role model of the late Mufti Yaks paid his last respects praying that God should grant him eternal rest.…
A police officer critically injured after being stabbed at an anti-Islamic event in Germany’s Mannheim has been placed in an induced coma, officials said on Saturday as the suspected perpetrator was charged with attempted murder.”He remains in a critical condition,” said a spokesman for the police force in the western German state of Baden-Württemberg.The attack occurred on Friday morning during an event hosted by the Pax Europa movement, with five other people also sustaining injuries. The motive for the attack remains unclear.The suspected perpetrator underwent surgery after sustaining gunshot wounds during his capture, according to police. He was said to…
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad resistance movement has expressed doubts about the ceasefire offer announced by US President Joe Biden, saying the “cessation of aggression” must involve “complete withdrawal” of Israeli forces from the besieged Gaza Strip. The resistance group made the remarks in a statement on Saturday, a day after Biden said Israel has offered a “roadmap” to end its nearly eight-month genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza. “We are skeptical about what the US president said. These statements are as if the US government has changed its position; While the White House’s full support of the Zionist regime and covering up…
SHAH ALAM: The field of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia needs to be applied with the values of ‘turath Islam’ (Islamic scholarly tradition), and not completely guided by the Western model, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said that the skills and development of AI progress in the country need to be filled with the treasures of knowledge and the legacy of Islam, to be used as a corpus (a collection of research materials) so that the development of technology goes hand in hand with ‘adab’ (manners) and ‘akhlak’ (morality). Anwar said that the knowledge contained in AI…
Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers The 12th Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers (ICTM) in Khiva, Republic of Uzbekistan, continues its Sessions of the Meeting of Senior Officials today, June 1, 2024, with draft decisions to be submitted to the 12th ICTM tomorrow, June 2, 2024. The conference centers around the theme, “Development of the Tourism Industry in a Sustainable and Resilient Way,” aiming to achieve development goals within the tourism sector. A significant focus of the conference will be on the “Strategic Roadmap for Development of Islamic Tourism in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Member States,” adopted at the…
RIYADH: Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Hissein Brahim Taha met with Chairperson of the Senate of Uzbekistan Tanzila Narbaeva in Tashkent recently, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. During the meeting, which covered various regional and global issues on the OIC agenda, Taha praised Uzbekistan for its rich cultural and scientific heritage, and emphasized that the OIC City of Tourism award — awarded to Khiva in Uzbekistan for 2024 — recognizes the government of Uzbekistan’s efforts to develop the tourism sector and showcase that heritage. He expressed appreciation for Uzbekistan’s hosting of the 12th Islamic Conference of…
Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering public journalism.Minna, Niger state – Abdullateef Aliyu Maitaki, popularly known as Mufti Yaks, is dead.Legit.ng reports that Yaks is a prominent social media personality and religious motivational speaker who modelled his way of presentation with renowned Zimbabwean Islamic speaker, Mufti Menk.Associates confirm Mufti Yaks’ shocking death. Photo credit: Mufti YaksSource: FacebookProfessor Isa Ali Pantami, the immediate past minister of digital economy of Nigeria, posted about Yak’s demise on his verified X (formerly Twitter) page on Saturday, June 1.The cause of Yak’s sudden death cannot be immediately ascertained, but…
On Friday morning, in a sq. within the heart of Mannheim, a metropolis in southern Germany, a person he stabbed some folks throughout a right-wing and anti-Islamic political demonstration: nobody died however it’s not recognized precisely what number of have been injured right now. According to him Spiegel there are seven, with wounds on his arms, legs, shoulders and face. A policeman was among the many injured hit the neck and that he was rushed to the hospital and underwent surgical procedure: his situation is described as crucial. The native police mentioned that they shot the attacker and wounded him,…
By Jailani Hasan LABUAN, June 1 (Bernama) — Labuan-based Tijarah Holding Ltd. is rapidly becoming a leading force in Malaysia’s digital transformation, leveraging blockchain to empower individuals, enterprises, and governments. In a statement to Bernama today, Tijarah Holdings chief executive officer John Pellegrini said as an Islamic digital asset service provider, Tijarah has played a pivotal role in the recent launch of the Labuan Blockchain Hub initiative. The initative was announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Global Forum on Islamic Economy and Finance (GFIEF) on May 28. “This initiative not only aims to establish Labuan as a leading…
SHAH ALAM, June 1 — The field of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia needs to be applied with the values of ‘turath Islam’ (Islamic scholarly tradition), and not completely guided by the Western model, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.Advertising Advertising The prime minister said that the skills and development of AI progress in the country need to be filled with the treasures of knowledge and the legacy of Islam, to be used as a corpus (a collection of research materials) so that the development of technology goes hand in hand with ‘adab’ (manners) and ‘akhlak’ (morality). Anwar said that the…
It was validated at the Court of extensive the arrest of BT, a 39-year-old man of Tunisian origin, already detained in prison, on charges of association with the aim of terrorism and incitement to commit crimes aggravated by the aim of terrorism. The measure was requested by the District Prosecutor’s Office of L’Aquila, at the end of a complex investigation conducted by the soldiers of the Special Operational Group (Ros) of the Carabinieri. BT, domiciled in a reception center in the Teatro area and employed by a local company, was at the center of an investigation which began when ROS…
It was validated at the Court of extensive the arrest of BT, a 39-year-old man of Tunisian origin, already detained in prison, on charges of association with the aim of terrorism and incitement to commit crimes aggravated by the aim of terrorism. The measure was requested by the District Prosecutor’s Office of L’Aquila, at the end of a complex investigation conducted by the soldiers of the Special Operational Group (Ros) of the Carabinieri. BT, domiciled in a reception center in the Teatro area and employed by a local company, was at the center of an investigation which began when ROS…
Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers The 12th Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers (ICTM) in Khiva, Republic of Uzbekistan, continues its Sessions of the Meeting of Senior Officials today, June 1, 2024, with draft decisions to be submitted to the 12th ICTM tomorrow, June 2, 2024. The conference centers around the theme, “Development of the Tourism Industry in a Sustainable and Resilient Way,” aiming to achieve development goals within the tourism sector. A significant focus of the conference will be on the “Strategic Roadmap for Development of Islamic Tourism in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Member States,” adopted at the…
In the last decade, news about widespread corruption in Iran’s government has become part of everyday life for Iranians, either revealed by independent journalists or periodically leaked by rival interest groups within the government. The non-governmental organization Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), which quantifies the perceived levels of public-sector corruption in countries around the world, ranked Iran 78th (out of 133) in 2003; but by 2010, it dropped precipitously to 154th place (out of 178), corresponding with an increase in Iran’s petroleum income during this time period. Currently, the country stands at number 149. In response, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,…
The Punjab University’s Faculty of Islamic Studies, Institute of Islamic Studies, Seerat Chair and the SOS Foundation jointly organised a seminar on ‘Education and Training of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Modern Institutions’ LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 31st May, 2024) The Punjab University’s Faculty of Islamic Studies, Institute of Islamic Studies, Seerat Chair and the SOS Foundation jointly organised a seminar on ‘Education and Training of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Modern Institutions’. Dean Faculty of Islamic Studies Prof Dr Muhammad Hammad Lakhvi, Founder Chairman of Forum for International Relations Development, UK, Taha Qureshi, Prof Seerat Chair Dr Asim…
AhlulBayt News Agency: On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of Imam Khomeini’s (RA) departure, the Kashmiri youth shed light on the life of Imam Khomeini (RA).In an interview with Iranpress, a student Ali Haider said: “Today, you see that students in universities around the world, including America, are protesting in solidarity with the Palestinians, this is only because of the thoughts of Imam Khomeini (RA).Ali Haider further said: Iran’s Islamic revolution is an Islamic revolution and a human revolution. While it has a message for all the subjugated and oppressed nations of the world, it is also a beacon…
WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced legislation Friday targeting Iranian officials involved in the prosecution and death sentence of a rapper who came to fame for his lyrics about the 2022 death of an Iranian woman and his criticism of the Islamic Republic.The proposal would impose sanctions on the judges, prosecutors and investigators of Iran’s Revolutionary Courts in response to Tehran’s continuing crackdown against dissenters — including rapper Toomaj Salehi — after years of mass protests in the country. It would also codify into law that the U.S. views any judgments issued by Iran’s courts against political prisoners…
SHAH ALAM, June 1 — The field of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia needs to be applied with the values of ‘turath Islam’ (Islamic scholarly tradition), and not completely guided by the Western model, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.The prime minister said that the skills and development of AI progress in the country need to be filled with the treasures of knowledge and the legacy of Islam, to be used as a corpus (a collection of research materials) so that the development of technology goes hand in hand with ‘adab’ (manners) and ‘akhlak’ (morality).Anwar said that the knowledge contained in…
IN TODAY’S financial world, many individuals work hard but still face surprise bills before payday. This often leads to relying on high-interest loans or payday advances, which can make things worse. However, there’s a growing focus on ethical finance, aiming for fairness, openness and community well-being. Islamic finance, based on Shariah law principles, embraces these ethical ideals. It aims to build fair economic systems that prioritise responsible money practices. Earned Wage Access (EWA) fits into this approach exactly. EWA—rooted in Islamic values—offers a modern answer to money challenges while staying fair and responsible. At Paywatch, EWA lines up with the…
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced legislation Friday targeting Iranian officials involved in the prosecution and death sentence of a rapper who came to fame for his lyrics about the 2022 death of an Iranian woman and his criticism of the Islamic Republic.The proposal would impose sanctions on the judges, prosecutors and investigators of Iran’s Revolutionary Courts in response to Tehran’s continuing crackdown against dissenters — including rapper Toomaj Salehi — after years of mass protests in the country. It would also codify into law that the U.S. views any judgments issued by Iran’s courts against political…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iran’s supreme leader and representatives of militia groups he backs in the Middle East prayed Wednesday over the coffins of the country’s late president, foreign minister and other officials killed in a helicopter crash earlier this week. Hundreds of thousands of people later followed a procession honoring the dead down Tehran’s main boulevard.Iran’s Shiite theocracy views mass demonstrations as crucial evidence of its legitimacy and the people’s support.Still, Wednesday’s funeral service for President Ebrahim Raisi and others saw a turnout that onlookers described as noticeably lower than the 2020 procession honoring Revolutionary Guard general Qassem…
Former Ghanaian footballer Nii Odartey Lamptey Former Ghanaian footballer Nii Odartey Lamptey discussed religion and spirituality with Dan Kwaku Yeboah, during which he revealed that he is a Muslim.In the discussion, Odartey Lamptey explained that while religion is important, he believes one can show appreciation and reverence for God by living a good life.According to the former Black Stars player, by helping fellow human beings and living a lifestyle devoid of excessive negativity, one would be practising exactly what religion teaches.He also provided a backstory on how, despite his parents being Christians, he grew up as a Muslim.Odartey Lamptey narrates…
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) in the Indonesian Fatwa Commission Forum or Ijtima Ulama VIII has determined that muslim YouTubers and social media influencers, also known as celebgrams, are required to pay zakat maal or zakat on wealth.“The forum has decided that YouTubers, celebgrams, and other actors in the digital creative economy are required to pay zakat,” MUI Head of Fatwa Division Prof. Asrorun Niam Sholeh said in a statement received in Jakarta on Thursday, May 30.According to him, the forum assessed that digital technology has the potential to be further developed to bring social and economic benefits…
Muslims have condemned the murder of aid worker Alan Henning, branding it a “cowardly and criminal act”.In a strongly worded statement, the Muslims of the North Of England said Mr Henning had been a “local and national hero” and called for justice to be carried out on his killers.Muslim leaders said the beheading of Mr Henning had been carried out on the eve of the “great day of mercy” (Eid Al-Adha) in the Islamic calendar, which set the terrorists apart from ordinary Muslims.And they condemned the way in which the jihadists had toyed with the family’s emotions.”The killing of Alan…