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September, 2023

  • 13 September

    Death toll in devastating Libya floods spikes to 5,200 – Hundreds buried in mass graves as Libya reels from devastating flooding

    Emergency workers uncovered hundreds of bodies in the wreckage of Libya’s eastern city of Derna, and it is feared the toll could spiral, with 10,000 people still reported missing after floodwaters from Storm Daniel smashed through dams and washed away entire neighbourhoods. More than 1,000 corpses were collected, including at least 700 that have been buried so far, the health minister for …

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  • 9 September

    Morocco earthquake At least 1,037 killed in quake near Marrakesh

    Historic Marrakech buildings damaged in quake The historic Moroccan city of Marrakesh suffered extensive damage in the powerful earthquake. Marrakech’s famous Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 12th century, was damaged as well, but the extent was not immediately clear, officials have said. Its 69-metre (226-foot) minaret is known as the “roof of Marrakech”. Moroccans also posted videos showing damage to …

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  • 8 September

    Harmony Centre at Borella Juma Mosque

    To restore harmony between Muslims and non Muslims

    By Latheef Farook On Tuesday 4  September 2o23  a  “ harmony Centre” was  opened at the Borella Juma Masjid premises to educate and enlighten non Muslims  of Islam and the Muslim community’s  overall contributions to the country  for more than eleven centuries. Unlike European colonial powers such as Portuguese,Dutch and British  who entered the island to loots it’s wealth,  Muslims …

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  • 6 September

    M.J.M. Lafir

    Colombo Municipal Council renamed Messenger Street, as M.J.M. Lafir Mawatha. His club MICH conducts a cue tournament in his memory. Fitting tribute was paid to him with the issuing of a stamp in his name. Post Disclaimer | Support UsSupport Us The sailanmuslim.com web site  entirely supported by individual donors and well wishers. If you regularly visit this site and …

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  • 6 September

    M.J.M. Lafir Mawatha – Colombo

    Colombo Municipal Council renamed Messenger Street, as M.J.M. Lafir Mawatha. His club MICH conducts a cue tournament in his memory. Fitting tribute was paid to him with the issuing of a stamp in his name. Post Disclaimer | Support UsSupport Us The sailanmuslim.com web site  entirely supported by individual donors and well wishers. If you regularly visit this site and …

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August, 2023

  • 28 August

    Is Islamic Banking Really Islamic? An Insider’s view with Harris Irfan

     Muslims worldwide have come to the realisation that the prevailing capitalist economic system does not serve us ethically. With its interest-based banking and casino-style financial instruments, a devout believer has no choice but to attempt to escape its haram, even if that hinders the progress and prosperity of our daily lives. In recent years, Islamic finance has been touted …

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  • 26 August

    Former Deputy Minister of Higher Education Myown Musthaffa passes away at 67

    ASHRAFF A SAMAD COLOMBO- Myown Musthaffa,former Deputy Minister of Higher Education, well-known businessman and philanthropist passed away at his residence in Kirulapone early morning on Saturday August 26. His remains will be at his residence at  Prime Residences 15, Rajawatte Terrace, off Siebel Avenue, Kirulapone and will be moved for burial at the Mohideen Jumma Mosque at Kalubowila, Dehiwela at …

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