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Asia & Pacific 1 year ago

Malaysian PM says Gus Miftah’s case shows arrogance can also arise in preacher

Anwar shared a message with ministry officials, emphasizing that this should serve as a valuable lesson.

Society 1 year ago

Gus Miftah’s conduct doesn’t align with Prabowo’s values: Gerindra Party

The Gerindra Party is calling on Gus Miftah to apologize for mocking an iced tea seller during a religious event in Magelang, Central Java, causing uproar among citizens.

Politics 2 years ago

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Islamic preacher Panji Gumilang under fire over unorthodox views

Panji Gumilang, head of the Al-Zaytun school in Indramayu, West Java, was named a suspect by police on Tuesday, national police official Djuhandhani Rahardjo told reporters, and faces a maximum 10 years in prison if found guilt of blasphemy and hate speech.

National 5 years ago

Islamic preacher Syekh Ali Jaber dies at 44

Although Ali tested positive for COVID-19 in December, doctors declared him coronavirus-free prior to his death.

National 5 years ago

Police arrest Muslim preacher Gus Nur for 'insulting NU'

The outspoken preacher has again found himself afoul of the law as well as Indonesia's largest Muslim organization for "hate speech".

National 5 years ago

Lawmakers grill religion minister over controversial remarks, program

Religious Affairs Minister Fachrul Razi has found himself in hot water again as lawmakers in House of Representatives Commission VIII overseeing religious affairs criticized him for his controversial remarks and program.

National 6 years ago

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Ulema council, government to rein in intolerant television sermons

The Indonesian Ulema Council's (MUI) move to introduce certification standards follows the government’s campaign to stem the rising tide of religious intolerance spread through sermons in public places, including mosques, schools and the internet.

National 6 years ago

Indonesian Ulema council to curb ‘right-wing’, ‘left-wing’ preachers

The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has begun a program to standardize and train Islamic preachers to ensure that they promote moderate Islam instead of far-right or far-left Islamic thought.

SE Asia 6 years ago

Time to deport Indian Muslim preacher Zakir Naik, says Malaysian activist

During the lecture, Zakir, in response to calls for his deportation, allegedly said the Malaysian Chinese should “go back” first as they were the “old guests” of the country.