Asia

Tokyo Denies Claims of Funding Mosque Construction, Clarifies Support for Tourist Prayer Facilities ——————————— Tokyo Metropolitan Government has rejected claims circulating on social media that it provides subsidies for the construction of mosques, saying its support programs are aimed at…

“Uzbekistan: An Enduring Legacy” Exhibition Highlights Over 1,000 Years of Cultural History in Doha ———————————————- The Museum of Islamic Art in Doha has opened the exhibition “Uzbekistan: An Enduring Legacy” in partnership with the Uzbekistan Art and Culture Development Foundation,…

Malaysia Proposes ASEAN Halal Council to Boost Regional Industry —————————————— Malaysia has called for the establishment of an ASEAN Halal Council next year to strengthen cooperation among Southeast Asian countries in the halal industry, facilitate trade, and expand market opportunities.…

China Demonstrates T800 Humanoid Robot Alongside Police Forces in Shenzhen —————————- A humanoid robot known as the EngineAI T800 has been demonstrated moving alongside police special forces in Shenzhen, China, attracting attention as authorities and technology companies explore potential applications…

Malaysia’s “Mosque Open Day” Initiative Promotes Community Engagement, Understanding of Islam ————————————– Malaysia is hosting the 2026 “Mosque Open Day” initiative during September as part of Islamic Tourism Month, opening several mosques to visitors from different religions, cultures and nationalities.…

Nepal: Muslim Communities Mobilize Relief Efforts for Flood Victims ————————————– Muslim communities across several regions of Nepal have launched a coordinated aid campaign to support families affected by recent floods, highlighting the role of mosques, Islamic schools, and community institutions…

Tashkent’s Center for Islamic Civilization preserves scientific, cultural legacy of Islamic world ———————————————— The Center for Islamic Civilization in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is preserving and presenting a wide collection of manuscripts, artifacts and historical objects representing different periods of Islamic history.…

Floods in Nepal: Death Toll Rises to 1,127 with Thousands Missing The death toll from the devastating floods and torrents that struck vast areas of Nepal has risen to 1,127, while 4,858 people are still missing. Search and rescue operations…

The allowance of hijab in Japan sparks controversy.. Politician attacks the decision: “Stop the Islamic invasion” The decision by the Japanese retail chain “FamilyMart” to allow Muslim female employees to wear hijab during work has sparked a debate in Japan.…

Nepal: 472 Bodies Found, Search Continues for Hundreds of Missing The Himalayan region is facing one of the worst natural disasters in its modern history, as rescue teams race against time to find survivors amid massive floods and avalanches that…