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The Star
an hour ago
- General
- The Star
Hijrah a turning point for change, environmental action, says Sultan Nazrin
IPOH: All sectors of society must come together to address the escalating environmental crisis, and the beginning of the 1447 Hijrah should serve as a turning point for reflection and transformation - a moment to break away from the destructive depravity that continues to harm our planet. Perak Ruler Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah said the world today is facing a series of environmental phenomena that have triggered widespread disasters, endangering both human well-being and the sustainability of our planet. "The growing population, rising urban density, land clearing for new settlements, infrastructure development, urban expansion, and industrial activity have all directly impacted the natural environment. "This Earth belongs to Allah. Let us honour and give thanks for the divine blessings we have received - not by defying His commands, but by ending all forms of harm and injustice toward the natural world. Only then can we hope to be spared from the calamities of environmental destruction and live in peace beneath the shelter of divine mercy and compassion," he said when launching the state-level Maal Hijrah 1447H celebration here Thursday (June 26) night. Also present were the Raja Permaisuri of Perak, Tuanku Zara Salim and the Raja Di Hilir of Perak, Raja Iskandar Dzurkarnain Sultan Idris Shah. Sultan Nazrin said that this year, Perak has chosen the theme "Migration and Sustainability: Uniting the Muslim Community, Preserving the Earth" for the Maal Hijrah 1447 commemoration. "It responds to the escalating distress of our ailing planet, marked by increasingly frequent natural disasters such as earthquakes, landslides, erratic climate patterns, global warming, devastating wildfires, and widespread flooding, all of which continue to endanger lives and livelihoods," he said. His Royal Highness also said that Islam firmly prohibits all forms of pollution that harm the environment. "A damaged ecosystem not only affects humankind but also disrupts the balance of the entire natural world, leading to disaster and danger. "Destroying habitats and endangering the lives of other creatures is regarded in Islam as a grave sin, and those who commit such acts are condemned. It is profoundly irresponsible for individuals, whom Allah has blessed with intellect and reason, to knowingly choose the path of destruction," he said. His Royal Highness further said that Islamic outreach serves to liberate humankind from the chains of oppression, destruction, tyranny, division, devastation, abuse of power, and all that contradicts the true nature of human dignity. "Islam offers a path of renewal - grounded in values and noble character - that uplifts the worth of every individual, enhances the quality of life, nurtures the Earth, and restores rightful claims. "These rights are not limited to humanity alone, but extend to every element of creation. For nature, too, is part of the divine trust, ever in interaction with us and never passive in its response," he added. - Bernama
The Sun
an hour ago
- Politics
- The Sun
MOE probes claim Pakistani national officiated school sports event in Kerian
IPOH: The Ministry of Education (MOE) is investigating claims that a Pakistani national officiated a school sports event in Kerian, Perak. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek confirmed the probe when approached by reporters after attending the Perak-level Maal Hijrah 1447H celebration. A viral social media video showed the man being given the honour of launching an athletics meet at Sekolah Kebangsaan Sama Gagah in Simpang Empat Semanggol. Fadhlina stated, 'We are looking into the matter,' but did not provide further details. Separately, Fadhlina expressed gratitude to the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, for posthumously awarding her late mother, Datin Dr Siti Zalikhah Md Nor, the Saidina Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award. Her mother was a lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and a staunch advocate of syariah law. 'Empowering women in all aspects was her life's work and area of expertise,' Fadhlina said. She accepted the award on behalf of her late mother during the ceremony.
The Star
2 hours ago
- Sport
- The Star
Education Ministry probing claim Pakistan national officiated at school sports event, says Fadhlina
IPOH: The Education Ministry is investigating claims that a Pakistan national officiated at a school sports event in the Kerian district, says Fadhlina Sidek. "We are looking into the matter," the Education Minister told reporters briefly after attending the Perak-level Maal Hijrah 1447H celebration, which was officiated by the Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah here Thursday (June 26) night. A video recently circulated on social media showed the man being given the honour of launching the athletics meet at SK Sama Gagah in Simpang Empat Semanggol. Meanwhile, Fadhlina expressed her gratitude to the Sultan Nazrin for posthumously conferring the Saidina Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award on her late mother, Datin Dr Siti Zalikhah Md Nor. "She was a lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and a defender of syariah law. Empowering women in all aspects was her life's work and area of expertise. "On behalf of my family, I would like to thank His Royal Highness and the state government for this meaningful recognition," she said. Earlier, Sultan Nazrin presented the award to Fadhlina, who accepted it on her late mother's behalf. - Bernama
New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Education Ministry to probe viral video of foreign man officiating school event
IPOH: The Education Ministry will investigate a viral video showing a foreign man officiating a sports programme at a primary school in the Kerian district. Its minister, Fadhlina Sidek, said the matter is already under her attention and further investigations will be carried out. "We are investigating the case," she said briefly when met at the state-level Maal Hijrah 1447H celebration at the Casuarina @ Meru Hotel here last night. Earlier, a video went viral on social media showing a man, believed to be a Pakistani national, officiating a school programme in Semanggol near Bagan Serai. The three-minute clip claimed that the man was neither a sponsor nor a parent involved in the programme.
New Straits Times
9 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MOE probing claims Pakistani national officiated school sports event
IPOH: The Education Ministry is investigating claims that a Pakistani national officiated a school sports event in the Kerian district, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. "We are looking into the matter," she told reporters briefly after attending the Perak-level Maal Hijrah 1447H celebration, which the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, officiated here on Thursday night. A video recently circulated on social media showed the man being given the honour of launching the athletics meet in Simpang Empat Semanggol. Meanwhile, Fadhlina expressed her gratitude to Sultan Nazrin for posthumously conferring the Saidina Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award on her late mother, Datin Dr Siti Zalikhah Md Nor. "She was a lecturer at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and a defender of syariah law. Empowering women in all aspects was her life's work and area of expertise. "On behalf of my family, I would like to thank His Royal Highness and the state government for this meaningful recognition," she said. Earlier, Sultan Nazrin presented the award to Fadhlina, who accepted it on her late mother's behalf.— BERNAMA
