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The Star
17-07-2025
- The Star
Lewd activities part of eHati event, say cops
SHAH ALAM: At least four people who attended the controversial eHati Love Intensive event removed their clothes during the session, say police. Selangor police chief Comm Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the incident occurred as part of the supposed motivational self-love programme's 'Queen's Night' section. 'We have arrested six individuals, including four women, and they have been remanded for three days. 'Some equipment and the liquids given as drinks have been seized and they will be checked by the Chemistry Department. 'Up till now there were confirmed instances of 'naked' activities involving at least four people. They were doing so as part of the so-called Queen's Night,' he said at a press conference at the police contingent headquarters here yesterday. As of now, no footage or recordings of the event have been found, he added. He said the event offered two packages with the more expensive one involving the Queen's Night activities. It is believed that this was the first time the Queen's Night aspect was conducted, but investigations are underway to detect if similar activities were conducted in previous events. We have recorded statements from around 30 people. 'We also remind those who attended to give their statements willingly before the police conduct more arrests. 'I can confirm that there were also public servants who attended the event,' he said, adding that they have the full list of participants. 'This programme was not based on Islam but was for general motivation. There were participants who were non-Muslims,' he said. Previously, the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim) said in a statement that it had started investigations over the motivational talk where it was alleged that semi-naked dancing and 'holy cleansing baths' were conducted.
Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
Semi-naked dancing: Malaysian police probe claims of deviant activities at motivational talk
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox PETALING JAYA - Malaysian police have confirmed that investigations are being conducted over allegations of deviant activities during a motivational talk in Shah Alam in the state of Selangor. Shah Alam police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim said that the alleged incident took place in September 2024, with a police report lodged at the end of February 2025. 'We have called in the wife of the complainant as well as other participants of the event to record their statements. 'There are several matters we must confirm first before any decision is made, including if any follow-up action is to be taken by the police or the state religious department,' he said. Previously, the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim) said in a statement that it had started investigations over the motivational talk where it was alleged that semi-naked dancing and 'holy cleansing baths' were conducted. Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari said on July 12 said the matter should be taken seriously, and strict action should be taken if the allegations are found to be true after a thorough investigation. 'The report has just been received, I have asked Jais (Selangor Islamic Religious Department) to investigate and take strict action because it was organised privately in the hall, not related to the state government,' national news agency Bernama reported him as saying. '... however, I am concerned with what was revealed, we need to conduct a thorough investigation and take strict action against anyone involved,' he added. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
The Star
07-06-2025
- General
- The Star
City mosques gearing up for Aidiladha
Final touches: Fauzi Badarudin, a committee member of Surau Diri Jumaat Ahmad Khalif in Ipoh, rolling out prayer mats in preparation for Aidiladha. The surau will slaughter eight cows and one lamb, with the meat to be distributed to about 300 households. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: Mosque management teams across the capital are gearing up for the Aidiladha sacrificial ritual (korban) today. Every detail, from logistics to personnel involved, is thoroughly examined to ensure the ritual is carried out smoothly and in compliance with religious requirements. Imam of Masjid Negara (National Mosque) Mohd Nadzri Mustakim told Bernama that they prioritise the health of staff members involved in the process to ensure a smooth and safe slaughter ritual. 'We designate spots to carry out the slaughtering, maintain the tools, obtain permits for cattle and goats and clean the surrounding areas. 'The main prayer hall has also been prepared to accommodate the congregants,' he said. Mohd Nadzri added that the management strives to adhere to the standard operating procedures set by the religious authorities, including the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim). He said the sacrificial ritual at Masjid Negara will be carried out over two days, with 19 goats and sheep to be slaughtered after the special prayer today, while 10 head of cattle will be sacrificed tomorrow starting 8am. Masjid Amru Ibni Al-'As in Bandar Baru Sentul near here is set to slaughter 10 head of cattle specially ordered from Kelantan, according to its imam, Zulfahmi Samsudin. He said the mosque management has set up teams to ensure the smooth running of the sacrificial ritual, including a technical team in collaboration with Kuala Lumpur City Hall and other agencies. Meanwhile, city folk are bustling with Aidiladha preparations, thronging public markets as early as 6am yesterday to buy ingredients to cook festive dishes. Azhar Salleh, 60, a coconut milk trader at Dato Keramat market, said his stall began operating at 2am instead of 8am to make it easier for his customers. Civil servant Noraini Gafar, 38, who had taken leave to prepare, said she and her daughter arrived early at the market, but there was already a large crowd. 'It was crowded, but I was relieved that the items I needed were still available,' she said.
