US imposed additional 25% tariffs as penalty for India‘s purchase of discounted Russian crude oil ANKARA (AA) – President Donald Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian imports took effect Wednesday amid calls by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for more domestic purchases to move towards “self-reliance.” The US Department of Homeland Secu...
Foreign policy experts say recognition will not matter much without real independence, and territory Mushfiq Ahmad KARACHI, Pakistan (MNTV) — As the international tide continues to shift in favor of Palestinian statehood, prominent voices from the Muslim world are weighing in on what this moment truly signifies — and what challenges lie ahead...
As Singapore celebrates its National Day, experts from across Asia reflect on the island nation’s disciplined rise—driven by clean governance, inclusive policies, and a relentless focus on economic openness Mushfiq Ahmed KARACHI, Pakistan (MNTV) – As the red-and-white flags flutter across Singapore on its 59th National Day, the city-state’s qu...
Since HUB13’s launch in early May, 300 households have become its members HONG KONG, China (MNTV) – – In the old but bustling neighbourhood of To Kwa Wan of Hong Kong, a small community living room with a dedicated halal kitchen offers a vital sanctuary for Muslim residents like Azmat Tariq, reports SCMP. The 2,000 […]
Says it has ‘strengthened cabin crew training and service procedures’ after incident during flight to New York SINGAPORE (MNTV) – A Singaporean airline has apologised after a Muslim passenger was served a dish containing pork on an 18-hour flight from Singapore to New York, reports Mothership news outlet. The passenger, a Singapore permanent...
Threat to chef living in Kyrgyzstan raises spectre of new sinister tactics to crack down on persecuted minority BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) – – China is issuing invalid passports to force Uyghurs who have fled persecution to return home, where they face arbitrary detention, forced labour and possible death, reports The Telegraph. Be...
Small and Medium Enterprises Association president says country’s long-term interests must be taken into account PETALING JAYA, Malaysia (MNTV) – Zero-duty access for over 1,300 industrial products from the US could have a significant impact on local industries if not implemented cautiously, Utusan Malaysia reports. Small and Medium Enterpri...
Agreement raises number of weekly flights from 3 to 28, with special attention to promoting pilgrimage tourism JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) – Uzbekistan and Indonesia have reached an agreement to increase air traffic between the two countries, raising the number of weekly flights from 3 to 28, reports Daryo. The agreement was the result of recen...
Aims to support ventures of farmers, fishermen, agrarian reform beneficiaries across Bangsamoro region DAVAO CITY, Malaysia (MNTV) – An investment bank is testing the waters for Islamic financing through interest-free loans to farmers and fishermen in the Philippines’ Bangsamoro Muslim region, reports Business Mirror. The initiative was forma...
US remains biggest buyer of country’s total photovoltaic cell products with 45% share KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) – Malaysia recorded an 88% increase in photovoltaic (PV) cell exports to India valued at $1.10 billion in 2024 versus $584 million in 2023, according to the country’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti). In a writ...
