The Senior Prefects’ Investiture Ceremony of Zahira College Colombo took place on Wednesday October 23 at the esteemed Ghafoor Hall, honoring the dedication and leadership of the newly appointed prefect body. This annual event is a cherished tradition, symbolizing the trust and responsibility placed on the young leaders of Zahira College. The ceremony began with an inspiring welcome speech by …

The Ministry of Health announced here on Thursday,31 Oct. that a special measles vaccination program will start from November 4 to 9. This program targets individuals who have not previously been vaccinated against measles or who have only received a single dose. According to Senior Epidemiologist at the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Hasitha Tissera, the vaccination …

Is Halloween Allowed in Islam? Halloween is a popular holiday celebrated around the world in October. Kids dress up in different witches, goblins, heroes, etc. costumes and go trick or treating around the neighbourhood while adults enjoy halloween parties. Such is its popularity that Muslims living in Western states ask if Halloween is haram in Islam. Can Muslim practise Halloween …

Now that Halloween has come and gone and pint-sized devils, ghouls and witches have slunk off to rot their teeth on the ill-gotten gains of their begging, we can all safely turn the lights back on in the evening, answer the doorbell and stop pretending that we are not in. It is a strange contradiction that causes a society to …

Türkiye offers scholarships to international students from all over the world to study in the most prestigious universities in Türkiye. These scholarships are not only providing education opportunities at an international calibre, but also a wealth of knowledge and experience. Türkiye Scholarships is a government-funded scholarship programme, awarded to outstanding students and researchers to pursue full-time program at the universities …

The Young Women’s Muslim Association,YWMA, in collaboration with Masjid Un Noor Jumma Masjid inaugurated a new Ahadiyyah School at the Sithy Fathima Ovais Centre, Polwatte, Goathami road, Wellampitiya on Saturday October 26. It was held under the patronage of YWMA President Mrs. Fawaza Thaha. Welcome address was delivered by C.M.S Uvais, Trustee Masjid un Noor Jumma Masjid. Chief Guest of …