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The Ministry of Education has issued new recommendations for implementing revised timetables in Muslim schools as part of the ongoing education reforms. According to the Ministry, the guidelines were issued on November 13 by the Director of the Muslim School Department, following Circular No. 34/2025, released on November 4, 2025. The directive has been sent to all Provincial Chief Secretaries, …
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November, 2025
- 6 November
Hajj 2026 registration for Muslim-minority countries opens via Nusuk
According to the ministry, Nusuk Hajj 2026 is the only authorized digital platform for registration under the Direct Hajj Program, which enables eligible Muslims from these countries to apply directly without intermediaries or external agents. Registration has begun on 15 Rabi’ Al-Thani 1447 AH, corresponding to October 7, 2025. The ministry said that the platform, supervised by its teams, …
Read More » - 4 November
Mumtaz Mahal’, Historic Mansion Rise, Fall And Resurrection By Ali Azeez
The history of the majestic mansion ‘Mumtaz Mahal’ situated at 544, Galle Road, Kollupitiya, built by a member of a leading Muslim family is a fascinating story. Mohamed Cassim Bhoy, who came to Ceylon from Surat, India in 1820, married and settled down in Matara. His wife was from a well-known family who were migrants from Yemen in the Arab …
Read More » - 3 November
All Ceylon YMMA Conference Launches Its Scholarship Project To Assist Deserving GCE students
The All Ceylon YMMA Conference continues its mission of empowering youth through education with the Scholarship Project – 2026 Batch, as presented by Scholarship Project Chairman Rizvi Farouk at Mandarina Hotel on Friday October 24. During his address, Farouk emphasized the project’s aim to support deserving students in their academic journey from G.C.E. O/L to G.C.E. A/L, by offering not …
Read More » - 3 November
N.D.H. Abdul Ghaffoor Trust Reopens Arabic Language School in Maharagama
The N.D.H. Abdul Ghaffoor Trust has officially reopened its Arabic Language School on Pamunuwa Road, Maharagama, marking a new chapter in its long-standing mission to promote Arabic education in Sri Lanka. The reopening follows months of disruption, which the Trust described as resulting from “frivolous and unlawful attempts” to hinder its educational work. Despite these challenges, the Trust reaffirmed its …
Read More » - 3 November
Janaza Awareness Programme on Legal Procedures Following One’s Death
The Maligawatte Masjid Federation organized an insightful Janaza Awareness Programme on Legal Procedures After Death at the Maligawatte Jumma Masjid, was held after Isha prayers on Tuesday 21st October The special session was conducted by Ashraf Roomy, City Coroner and Attorney-at-Law, who provided valuable guidance on the legal steps to be followed when a person passes away either at home …
Read More » - 3 November
Saudi Arabia announces new amendments to Umrah visa rules
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced new amendments to Umrah visa regulations, reducing the validity of the entry visa from three months to one month from the date of issuance. However, the validity period for stay after a pilgrim’s arrival in the Kingdom remains unchanged at three months, according to sources quoted by Al Arabiya. The new …
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