Sultan Sharafuddin confers award for contributions to veteran scholar for Islam's progress, development in state

Chairman refutes claims that Jais is delaying investigation

Dept says some events are based on new-age methods that are against authentic Islamic teachings

State must reject modernisation that erodes Islamic identity as well as rigid thinking that hinders progress, says Amirudin

SHAH ALAM, July 13 — The police have confirmed that an inquiry paper has been opened to identify any criminal offence linked to the eHATI marriage motivation programme.

SHAH ALAM, July 7 — The Selangor State Legislative Assembly has passed the Administration of the Religion of Islam (State of Selangor) (Amendment) Enactment Bill 2025 during its sitting today.

SHAH ALAM, July 7 — The seizure of assets is among the mechanisms being considered by the Selangor government against husbands who evade and default on court-ordered ‘nafkah” (financial support) maintenance.

SHAH ALAM, May 19 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) is still awaiting a full report regarding the alleged water pollution that causes a foul smell at the Paya Jaras Muslim Cemetery in Sungai Buloh.

SHAH ALAM, May 10 — The state government and the Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) will no longer sponsor students for undergraduate studies in the Middle East starting this year.

SHAH ALAM, April 11 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais), in collaboration with the Sepang District and Land Office (PDT), will ensure that the land gazetted for the Masjid Dengkil project is vacated within one month.

By Norrasyidah Arshad SHAH ALAM, March 29 — The Hari Raya Aidiladha ibadah korban programme will continue this year with a RM6 million allocation, said state executive councillor for infrastructure and agriculture Dato' Izham Hashim. The state government will distribute 700 cows and 1,000...

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar SHAH ALAM, March 28 — Mosque personnel across the state play a crucial role in preserving and upholding the image of Islam, particularly in maintaining a positive perception within society. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said they must instil a sense of...

By Fitri Hazim Hazam SHAH ALAM, March 28 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) upholds the decree of the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj, who reminded Muslims in the state to adhere to Islamic teachings based on the principles of Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah. Its...

By Sofia Nasir SHAH ALAM, March 19 — The Selangor government is taking a tough stance on Muslim men who cross-dress, following the lead of the Selangor Mufti Department’s fatwa on the matter. State executive councillor for Islam and innovation Dr Fahmi Ngah said the department’s fatwa is clear...

By Dewi Abdul Rahman SHAH ALAM, Feb 8 — Some 200 children of former Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) members who have completed their rehabilitation will soon begin formal education in government schools. State executive councillor for Islamic affairs and innovation Dr...

By Fitri Hazim Hazam SHAH ALAM, Dec 17 — The Selangor government plans to establish mosque-based cooperatives next year to benefit congregation members and generate sustainable income for these institutions, said Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari. The Menteri Besar said the initiative aims to...

SHAH ALAM, Nov 25 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) has been instructed to ensure that all Islamic preachers invited to the state, especially to talk on matters related to aqidah (faith), Syariah (Islamic law), the teachings of tasawwuf (Sufism), and the practice of tariqa (spiritual paths), were accredited by the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) Accreditation Committee.

SHAH ALAM, Nov 23 — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) will take stern action against individuals or parties collecting zakat (tithe) in the state without credentials from the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais).

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 — State religious authorities have been instructed by Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari to act promptly regarding the issue surrounding Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH).  Amirudin said the authorities must also take...

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, June 7 — The Muslim community must protect and preserve the spirit of unity, harmony and stability to ensure Malaysia remains strong, the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) said. The state Islamic authority said humanity comprises people of diverse...