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- India.com
Skip prayers, face jail: This Muslim country introduces strict Sharia laws, skipping them can land you…, not Pakistan, Afghanistan, or Saudi, it is...
Religion is perhaps the most sensitive issue in our world today. Many will raise questions, have discussions, and express concerns about religion because faith and belief are different for different individuals. What may be considered sacred for one population may not be considered the same as for another population, and this always leads to disagreements or discussions, or quite intolerant discourse. Which country has introduced strict punishments for skipping Friday prayers? Following any religious practices is a matter of choice. Some people follow religious practices very carefully, others do not. However, this place is giving punishment for not following the religious practices. In Malaysia's Terengganu state, a new and serious law has been adopted. Under this law, Muslim men who fail to attend Friday Prayers will be sentenced to jail time. This action is called a bold step towards implementing total Sharia law. Are there any fines in addition to imprisonment? According to the South China Morning Post report, the Terengganu state in Malaysia has announced that it will start enforcing Sharia law in which Muslim men who do not attend Friday prayers, without a valid reason, could serve a prison sentence for up to two years. The move is generally considered to be proof of the multicultural nation moving further toward religious conservatism. Terengganu, which is governed by the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS), announced on Monday that first offenders could now face imprisonment, a fine of up to 3,000 ringgit (US$710), or both, if they fail to attend the weekly congregational Jummah prayer without a valid excuse. Taking 1 USD = Rs 86, therefore, US$710 ≈ Rs 61,060. While speaking to local daily Berita Harian, Muhammad Khalil Abdul Hadi, a member of the state's executive council, stated, 'This reminder is important because Friday prayers are not only a religious symbol but also an expression of obedience among Muslims,' as cited by SCMP. Terengganu is a largely Islamic and conservative state in Malaysia, with a population of around 1.2 million, 99% of whom are Muslim. Terengganu is a stronghold for the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS), and the party won a clean sweep of the state's 32 assembly seats in the 2022 state assembly elections. Story Highlights Terengganu state in Malaysia has announced that it will start enforcing Sharia law. Men who skip Friday prayers will face punishment if they don't have valid reason. They will land in jail and have to pay a fine too. Penalties were applied only to those who missed three consecutive Friday prayers. Notably, Terengganu is also the only state in Malaysia that has no opposition in the state assembly at all. Experts argue that all these measures have political underpinnings. At present, Malaysia is governed by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, whose time in office has been marred by allegations of rising religious conservativeness. Earlier, penalties were applied only to those who missed three consecutive Friday prayers.
New Indian Express
8 minutes ago
- New Indian Express
Crowds swell as Rahul yatra raises pitch over Bihar SIR
PATNA: The ongoing 16-day, 3,000-km Yatra of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been drawing massive crowds in Bihar, with people lining the roads, waving flags, and cheering him. Hundreds of young people were seen clicking selfies, while Rahul himself appeared overwhelmed by the response. On Tuesday, the Yatra moved from Gaya towards Nawada and Sheikhpura. In Nawada, Rahul addressed a public meeting on the third day of the march before continuing his journey. The programme has been running behind schedule, as Rahul makes frequent unscheduled halts to meet people personally. Some, however, were left disappointed. 'I wanted to take a selfie with Rahul Gandhi, but could not because of the rush. I don't know if I'll ever get the chance again,' said Sangeeta Kumari, 21, a student from Nawada. Her cousin Raj Kishore, a 24-year-old UPSC aspirant, was luckier. 'I jostled with Congress workers to get close. The security was tight, but I managed to take a photo with him,' he said.
New Indian Express
8 minutes ago
- New Indian Express
LS passes bill banning online money games
NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which aims to ban online games played with money. The government says the move is to tackle gaming addiction, money laundering, and financial fraud linked to such platforms. The Bill says no individual, company, or platform can offer, promote, or facilitate online money games in India. It also bans advertisements for such games on TV, social media, or any digital platform and prohibits banks and payment firms from processing such transactions. Sources said online money gaming is very addictive, leading to social harm and also financial loss. An official said 45 crore players lost money, with an estimated `26,000 crore loss annually. The Bill proposes the creation of a central authority that will issue guidelines and directions, which all gaming platforms must follow. Online money games as those where users deposit money in the hope of winning cash or other rewards. It covers all forms of online betting, including fantasy sports, card games like poker and rummy, and online lotteries. The Bill was passed by a voice vote after brief comments from Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw, even as opposition members staged protests. Once cleared by both Houses of Parliament, offering or facilitating online money gaming will become a punishable offence, with jail terms of up to 3 years and fines of up to Rs 1 crore. Advertising such games could attract 2 years in prison or Rs 50 lakh fine.
