The Life and Achievements of Marhoom Dr. T.B Jayah”.  Oration delivered by Justice Saleem Marsoof PC at the 120th Birth Anniversary. In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.   Al-Haj T. K. Azoor, President of the Conference of Sri Lankan Malays and Principal of Zahira College, our Chief Guest today, Excellency Datuk Rosli Ismail, the High-Commissioner …

MALE, Maldives (AP) — The Maldives has changed its immigration law to bar people from entering the country with Israeli passports in a show of outrage over the war in Gaza. The amendment was passed by Parliament on Monday and approved by President Mohamed Muizzu on Tuesday, according to a statement from the president’s office. The Maldives immigration service clarified …

The Dr. A.M.A. Azeez Commemoration Meeting and the Memorial Oration will be held on Wednesday 9th April 2025 at 4.30 p.m. at the Ghafoor Hall, Zahira College, 406, Orabi Pasha Mawatha, Colombo 10. Dr. B.A. Hussainmiya, Fulbright Professor and Scholar-in-Residence, Florida International University, Miami and Former Professor in History, University of Brunei, will deliver the Oration on the subject of …

A.M.A. Azeez was born on October 4, 1911 to a traditional elite family of Vannarpannai in Jaffna. He had his childhood and entire schooling in Jaffna. He attended leading Hindu schools and was a brilliant student. He passed away on November 24, 1973. The legacy of Dr. Azeez, I sometimes think, is like an iceberg. What is visible is minuscule …

Saudi authorities have announced a temporary visa ban affecting 14 countries ahead of the Hajj season. The suspension applies to Umrah, business, and family visas, with restrictions expected to end by mid-June, according to diplomatic sources. Officials confirm that individuals holding Umrah visas can still enter Saudi Arabia until April 13. The affected countries include Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, …

A.I. Marikar: A Legacy in Islamic Finance Al Haj Ahmed Ismaildeen Marikar, commonly known as A.I. Marikar, was a pioneering figure in Sri Lanka’s financial sector, notably as the first Managing Director of Amana Investments. His contributions were instrumental in introducing and promoting Islamic finance principles within the country. Early Life, Education, and Career Al Haj Ahmed Ismaildeen Marikar, fondly …