Yearly Archives: 2025

Manara Beach Resort – A Halal Haven in the Historic City of Gems

Manara Beach Resort – A Halal Haven in the Historic City of Gems Located in Maradana, Beruwala—a city rich in Islamic heritage—Manara Beach Resort offers a serene and fully Halal-compliant beachside retreat for Muslim families and faith-conscious travelers. Beruwala is known as the “City of Gems” and holds the distinction of being the first landing place of Arab Muslim traders …

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Honouring a Legacy: Mohamed Minaz Receives Ismaildeen Marikar Memorial Gold Medal

The South Eastern University of Sri Lanka recently held its convocation ceremony, celebrating the academic achievements of its graduates. Among the notable recognitions was the awarding of the prestigious Ismaildeen Marikar Memorial Gold Medal to Mohamed Minaz, a graduate of the Faculty of Islamic Studies and Arabic Language, for his outstanding performance in the Islamic Banking and Finance Special Degree …

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King Salman issues royal order to host 1,000 Palestinians to perform Hajj this year

RIYADH: Saudi King Salman has ordered on Monday the hosting of 1,000 Palestinian pilgrims to perform Hajj this year, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The statement said the King has ordered the “hosting of 1,000 male and female pilgrims from the families of killed or wounded Palestinians” amid the conflict with Israel.    The gesture is part of the Custodian of the Two …

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