News and updates from the Barakah Insider editorial team.
Halal Industry
The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM) is considering a significant shift in its halal certification policy, with plans to potentially make halal certification mandatory for restaurants and food establishments that do not serve pork or alcohol. Currently, obtaining halal certification is voluntary for food business operators, as highlighted by Minister
Halal Industry
The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Philippines is making substantial strides in its efforts to attract Muslim travellers by enhancing the country’s Halal tourism offerings. Under the leadership of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, the DOT is rolling out a series of initiatives aimed at transforming the Philippines
Islamic Finance
Islamic banking assets in the UK experienced a significant surge of 26% in 2023, reaching a total of $8.2 billion, according to a recent report by Fitch Ratings. This substantial growth underscores the UK’s status as a key Western hub for Shariah-compliant banking. Fitch projects that the UK’
Islamic Finance
The government of Pakistan is reducing borrowing costs using Islamic financial instruments like Ijara Sukuk. Experts claim these instruments are priced more competitively than conventional financial products. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s administration is managing the fiscal deficit as per the IMF agreement. According to a report by Business Recorder,
Halal Industry
Tens of thousands of Indonesians gathered for the nation’s largest Muslim lifestyle festival on Sunday, reflecting ongoing efforts by the government to advance the halal industry. As the world’s most populous Muslim-majority country, Indonesia is striving to capitalize on the vast potential of its domestic market. The 2024
OIC
In a bid to revitalize its rural landscape, Uzbekistan has secured a substantial $260 million funding injection from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). This financial infusion, forming part of a broader $293.5 million initiative, is set to overhaul the nation's countryside. The funding blueprint outlines a strategic
Halal Knowledge Base
In recent times, there has been a notable surge in the global demand for halal-certified products and services. This trend is driven by various factors, including the increasing Muslim population worldwide and a growing awareness of halal standards among consumers from diverse backgrounds. As businesses recognize the potential of catering
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Famous Muslims
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Famous Muslims
Yaser Birjas is an Islamic scholar, educator, family consultant, and community leader recognised for his contributions to Islamic law, marriage and family education, and community empowerment in the West. He currently serves as Imam at Valley Ranch Islamic Center in Dallas, Texas, and is Head of the Islamic Law and
Famous Muslims
Dr. Recep Şentürk is a prominent Turkish sociologist, academic, and author, recognised for his pioneering research in social networks, civilisation studies, and Islamic thought. He has served as Dean of the College of Islamic Studies at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) in Qatar, and was the founding president of Ibn
Famous Muslims
Dr Hooman Keshavarzi is an American clinical psychologist, Islamic psychology scholar, educator, and author of Azerbaijani-Turkish heritage. He is internationally known for pioneering efforts to integrate Islamic spirituality into contemporary psychological practice and for establishing culturally sensitive models of mental health care for Muslim communities. As the founding executive director