Three Penang companies face legal action for displaying unauthorised Halal logos and misleading claims without valid certification. These landmark cases highlight a critical standard. Branding alone cannot make a product or outlet Halal. Only official certification does. First Prosecution Under Halal Marking Rules in Penang These cases mark Penang’s first prosecutions brought under the Trade […]

Cosmetics are an integral part of modern daily routines, ranging from skincare and makeup to personal hair care. For Muslim consumers, Halal considerations extend well beyond dietary choices to anything applied directly to the body. However, determining whether a cosmetic item is Halal can be challenging. The origin, chemical processing, and handling of cosmetic ingredients […]

Halal status is determined by compliance with recognised standards, not branding or ethnicity. Consumers today are increasingly mindful of the products they buy and the places they dine. However, one common misconception still persists across the market: a business is often assumed to be Halal simply because it uses a Malay or Islamic-sounding name, employs […]

MANILA, Philippines — The Islamic Da’wah Council of the Philippines, Inc. (IDCP) has formally announced the immediate revocation of Halal certification for four widely distributed canned beef loaf products. According to an official public advisory released by the council, the affected products no longer fulfil the organisation’s stringent Halal compliance criteria. Consequently, the IDCP clarified […]

“Halal integrity is only as strong as the weakest point in the production process.” Recent enforcement actions by state authorities serve as a crucial reminder for food manufacturers: Halal certification is not limited to raw ingredients alone. In a recent case, state Islamic religious authorities withdrew the Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) of local coffee and […]

BUKIT KAYU HITAM, KEDAH — Malaysian authorities recently intercepted and seized over 26 tonnes of imported frozen chicken at the Bukit Kayu Hitam border checkpoint. The massive bust took place at the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex after border enforcement agents detected severe irregularities in the paperwork. The importing agent attempted to gain […]

SHAH ALAM — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has issued a strict reminder to food operators regarding the usage of alternative Halal descriptions. Businesses operating without an official Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) are strictly prohibited from displaying signs like “No Pork, No Lard” or using phrases such as “Muslim-friendly”. According to a representative from […]

JAKARTA, Dec 27, 2025 — Indonesia’s halal industry is expected to gain significant momentum in 2026 through the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meals Programme (MBG), which has been allocated a substantial budget of Rp335 trillion, positioning it as one of the country’s most strategic economic and social initiatives. According to Handi Risza, an economist […]

JAKARTA, 27 Disember 2025 — Program Makanan Berkhasiat Percuma (MBG) yang dijadualkan dilaksanakan sepenuhnya pada 2026 dijangka menjadi pemangkin utama kepada pembangunan industri halal di Indonesia, selari dengan agenda pertumbuhan ekonomi syariah negara itu yang semakin kukuh dan berdaya saing di peringkat global. Ahli ekonomi dari Pusat Pembangunan Ekonomi Syariah (CSED), Institut Pembangunan Ekonomi dan […]

BLACKMORES kini mencatat sejarah sebagai jenama kesihatan semula jadi buatan Australia pertama yang memperoleh pensijilan Halal daripada Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). Pencapaian ini mengukuhkan lagi komitmen BLACKMORES dalam menyediakan produk berkualiti tinggi yang memenuhi keperluan masyarakat Islam serta pengguna umum.

In our fast-paced world, where health consciousness is growing, many people strive to lead healthier lives while staying true to their religious beliefs. For Muslims, the concept of Halal extends beyond permissible food and encompasses a holistic approach to well-being. Halal and healthy living blend to nurture both the physical body and the spiritual soul. […]