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State Islamic councils take action against GISB over shariah crimes, including marriage issues

KUALA LUMPUR – The Islamic Religious Councils in several states have taken action against followers of Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) suspected...

Contradictory statements: Federal Court outlines basis for denying woman’s bid to undo conversion

According to summary, 38-year-old woman’s argument of invalid conversion at age 5 does not prove she was never a Muslim, referencing Indira, Rosliza cases

[UPDATED] Public caning in Terengganu? Not so fast: Azalina

Law minister says managing shariah criminal cases involves federal agencies like police and Prisons Dept, thus requiring amendments to existing laws

Nik Elin v Kelantan govt: Federal Court to deliver shariah challenge verdict on Feb 9

The Federal Court has set February 9 to deliver its verdict in a constitutional challenge brought by two Muslim women to nullify 18 provisions under Kelantan’s shariah criminal enactment.

Enticing married women still a crime under T’ganu shariah law, says syarie judge

Despite the Federal Court's repeal of Section 498 of the Penal Code – which pertains to the offence of enticing married women – Muslim men in Terengganu may still face prosecution for such acts under the state's shariah criminal law.

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NCPR route: Activists slam Penang’s RM2.4bil ‘car-centric’ solution for endangering environment, wildlife

Environmentalists and transport advocates warn of irreversible damage as state pushes ahead with controversial Tanjung Bungah-Teluk Bahang road

Putra Heights gas explosion: MBSJ’s ROW incursion approval needs scrutiny, says planning law expert 

Just because approval is given does not make it right, reminds Derek Fernandez  

Interfaith Council concerned over proposed guidelines on Muslim participation in non-Muslim events

It said the guidelines mooted by the government, could have implications for religious understanding, tolerance, and acceptance among all Malaysians