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Malay Mail
09-07-2025
- Malay Mail
In Seremban, married couple claim trial to organising unlicensed Haj trip
SEREMBAN, July 9 — A married couple pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of organising Haj pilgrimage without a licence issued by the Pilgrims Fund Board. Mhd Lihan Sabari, 60, and his wife Noor Nisrin Mahlim, 58, made the plea after the charge was read out to them before Judge Mohamad Kamil Nizam. They are jointly charged with making a business transaction to organise a trip to the holy land for the Haj pilgrimage without a licence by accepting RM81,000 from a woman between April 4 and 7 this year at a bank branch in Mantin. The offence, under Section 27(1)(a) of the Tabung Haji Act 1955 and read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code, provides a fine of not less than RM100,000 or imprisonment of not more than one year or both, for the first offence, and a fine of not less than RM500,000 or imprisonment of not more than five years or both, for the second offence, if found guilty The couple was allowed bail of RM12,000 with one surety each and also ordered to surrender their passports to the court, report to the Yong Peng police station once a month and not intimidate the complainant pending disposal of the case. The court set August 11 for mention for the submission of documents. The prosecution was represented by deputy public prosecutor Syamimi Farhana Muhammad A Aziz, while lawyer Mohd Razak Sharif represented the couple. — Bernama
New Straits Times
03-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Phone scam costs Pahang clerk RM137,000 in savings
KUANTAN: A 38-year-old clerk not only lost her Tabung Haji savings but also took out a bank loan after falling victim to a scam syndicate earlier this month. The woman was deceived out of RM137,000 by individuals claiming to be conducting a special audit on her account, which they alleged was linked to money laundering activities. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the victim lodged a police report yesterday after realising she had been duped. "The victim claimed she received a call on May 8 from someone posing as a 'Telecommunications Department' officer, who told her that her MyKad had been misused. "The call was then transferred to a man claiming to be an inspector from the Sarawak police headquarters. "He informed the victim that her bank account was allegedly involved in money laundering activities," he said in a statement today. Yahaya said the victim was instructed to transfer all her savings for a so-called special audit by the authorities. She then made five separate transactions amounting to RM137,000 between May 16 and June 3 into bank accounts provided by the supposed officer. He added that the victim told police she had used her Tabung Haji savings and taken out a personal loan to make the payments. Yahaya advised the public to verify bank accounts and phone numbers through the police's Semak Mule portal at before making any online fund transfers.
The Sun
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Abdul Rashid Hussain named IIUM's 10th president effective today
KUALA LUMPUR: Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain, chairman of Tabung Haji's board of directors, has been appointed as the 10th president of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) for a three-year term starting today. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) confirmed the appointment in a statement, noting that IIUM's Constitutional Head, Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, approved the selection. Abdul Rashid succeeds Tan Sri Samsudin Osman, whose tenure as the ninth president concluded. A prominent figure in Malaysia's corporate sector, Abdul Rashid is the founder of Rashid Hussain Berhad (RHB) Banking Group. He joined IIUM's board of governors in 2018 and has served as pro-chancellor of Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) since 2023. MOHE highlighted his strong credentials in Islamic finance as a key factor in his appointment. 'The ministry is confident that Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain's leadership will strengthen IIUM's position as an Islamic values-based academic hub while boosting its national and international competitiveness,' the statement read. The ministry also extended gratitude to outgoing president Samsudin Osman for his contributions.
Barnama
27-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Maal Hijrah: Azmar Talib Honoured For Championing Islamic Economy In Melaka
MELAKA, June 27 (Bernama) -- A strong passion for economics and real estate, along with years of trusted service, has earned Datuk Azmar Talib the Melaka Tokoh Maal Hijrah 2025 award. The 65-year-old from Masjid Tanah received the Abu Bakar As-Siddiq Award in recognition of his contributions to Islamic economic development and efforts to modernise waqf and zakat management in the state. Azmar said he still has several ideas to help improve the economy of Muslims in Melaka, especially the asnaf group. 'Waqf (endowment made by Muslims for charitable or religious purposes) properties must be developed and managed efficiently to benefit the community and this is what I'm working on with JAIM and Tabung Haji,' he said after receiving the award during the state Maal Hijrah celebration at Masjid Al-Hakeem, Kampung Tehel here last night. The ceremony, officiated by Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Mohd Rustam, was attended by state leaders and over 3,000 people. Azmar, who once served as CEO of TRX City Sdn Bhd, hopes more Muslims will go into business, following the Sunnah of the Prophet in building a strong economy. He said his current roles in the Melaka Islamic Religious Council (MAIM) and the State Economic Action Council (MTENM) allow him to help strengthen both the state's economy and Islamic affairs. 'We are still economically behind and often rely on aid because many of us work for others. I believe zakat and waqf assets should be better utilised through investments, and the returns can help Muslims start businesses,' he said. Azmar was one of 12 recipients of the Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M awards.
The Star
25-06-2025
- The Star
ProLintas COO fined RM100,000 for failing to report bribe
Court appearance: Rostam (centre) arriving at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: ProLintas chief operating officer Rostam Shahrif Tami was fined RM100,000 by the Sessions Court for failing to report a bribe he received in connection with the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) project. Judge Rosli Ahmad imposed the maximum fine on the accused after he pleaded guilty to an alternative charge, ordering him to serve 10 months in jail if he failed to pay the fine. The court also ordered that funds seized from Rostam, 59 – including RM114,000 in bonds, RM658,750 in cash, RM180,000 from a Tabung Haji account and foreign currency – be forfeited to the government, Bernama reported. Rostam was charged with failing to report a RM90,000 bribe received from Satunas Technologies Sdn Bhd through one Mohd Rosman Alias. The bribe was as an inducement in the accused's capacity, as the superintending officer's representative for the SUKE privatisation project, to award the company a contract. The offence was allegedly committed at a restaurant in Bandar Kinrara, Puchong, on Feb 20, 2023, under Section 25(1) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009, punishable under Section 25(2) of the same Act which provides for a fine of up to RM100,000, maximum jail of 10 years, or both, upon conviction. However, two other charges previously faced by Rostam were taken into consideration under Section 171A of the Criminal Procedure Code. Earlier, DPP Nor Diana Nor Azwa urged the court to impose the maximum fine on the accused, citing the severity of the offence and amount involved. She also sought a forfeiture order, as the properties were linked to the offences committed by the accused. Defence counsel Tan Sri Dzulkifli Ahmad pleaded for a fine and not a jail term, saying his client suffered from high blood pressure and had no previous criminal record. 'My client has worked at Prolintas since 1998. Following his arrest and remand, the company suspended him from his duties. Throughout his service, he has never been involved in any misconduct, and he deeply regrets his actions,' he said. 'The accused has also agreed to forfeit the property and cash seized from him, including RM180,000 from a Tabung Haji account, to the government in mitigation of his sentence.' According to the facts of the case, Rostam used and disposed of the money for personal purposes, including the purchase of seven luxury watches and two vehicles registered under the names of his two children.
