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Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has confirmed that the Masjid Warisan project, located in front of the Tun Razak Exchange tower in central Kuala Lumpur, will move ahead as scheduled.
Muslims in Kuala Lumpur's Bukit Bintang district can now perform Friday prayers at the Bukit Bintang Outreach Oasis starting June 19, providing convenient worship facilities in the bustling shopping and entertainment hub.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has called for Muslims to set aside differences and strengthen communal unity to better withstand global economic and social pressures facing the country.
International Islamic University Malaysia Rector Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar has been named the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026 celebration in Putrajaya, with Moroccan scholar Dr Ahmad Al-Raysuni receiving the International honour.
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Malaysia's Deputy Prime Ministers and Cabinet ministers have urged Malaysians to embrace the spirit of Hijrah, marking the Islamic New Year 1448H as an opportunity for personal reflection, national resilience and strengthened unity amid global economic challenges.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister has called on the nation's youth to draw inspiration from Prophet Muhammad's Hijrah to catalyse positive transformation in their lives and communities.
Malaysia's national Ma'al Hijrah celebration for 1448H begins today in Putrajaya, featuring religious sessions and upcoming awards ceremonies. The main event takes place tomorrow with around 5,000 expected guests.
A group of 329 Malaysian haj pilgrims has arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, signalling the commencement of the return phase for this year's pilgrimage season. The homecoming was welcomed by government officials and Tabung Haji representatives.
Malaysia will establish a Religious Books Publishing Council to strengthen the Islamic scholarly publishing sector and promote exports. The initiative was announced at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026.
Saudi Arabia has acknowledged Malaysia's effective haj management system this year. The award reflects the country's well-coordinated and systematic approach to organising the annual pilgrimage for its citizens.
Haj serves as a spiritual training ground that develops moral character and unites people from different backgrounds, Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister said in his Arafah Sermon.
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Malaysian Haj authorities are closely monitoring services for pilgrims in Arafah, focusing on accommodation, healthcare and logistics to ensure their comfort during peak rituals.
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Some 31,600 Malaysian haj pilgrims started their journey to Arafah on May 25 to prepare for the wukuf ritual scheduled for the following day, with the movement completed through three coordinated shuttle bus phases.
The government is advancing plans to open a Friday surau in Bukit Bintang to serve Muslim worshippers in the busy shopping and tourist area. Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan said the Selangor Foundation Building may be converted into the facility.
Malaysia will strengthen its Masyair Cleanliness campaign during the 2026 haj season, reinforcing values of moderation and environmental stewardship among pilgrims. The initiative reflects commitments to pilgrim welfare and aligns with Saudi Vision 2030.
Selangor's State Executive Councillor Ng Sze Han clarified that the state government has not yet implemented planning guidelines restricting non-Islamic houses of worship in commercial zones. A review will take place through consultation with religious associations.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has stressed the need for haj management to embrace modern practices through contemporary Islamic reasoning, citing lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and the complexities of managing millions of pilgrims.
A total of 31,243 Malaysian haj pilgrims have reached the Holy Land on 99 flights, with the final airlift expected tomorrow. The 1447H/2026M season will see all 31,600 pilgrims complete their journey using 100 chartered flights.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister has cautioned haj pilgrims to restrict time outdoors and stay hydrated as Saudi Arabia faces extreme heat with temperatures potentially reaching 48 degrees Celsius during the pilgrimage.