Ipoh, Malaysia, June 30, 2016: The Ipoh City Council was in the soup after it had tried to unsuccessfully get saree, an Indian garment, banned for the Aidilfitri congregation on July 1. However, on last Saturday, it clarified that its words were misunderstood. It, in the most ludicrous way, suggested […]
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Malaysia: Cleric tells minorities to dress properly during Ramadan
Malaysia, June 12, 2016: An Islamic cleric’s advice has created uproar in Malaysia that has a significant Christian and Hindu population as well. The Islamic cleric, Kelantan Mufti Dato Mohamad Shukri Mohamad, has been quoted by Malay Mail Online as stating that non-Muslims must dress conservatively during the holy month of Ramadan as provocative attire […]