2. I have an older sister who has been divorced and is living with me (she is a dependent on me), I take care of all her needs, however can I give her the interest amount & also please advise can I give her zakah from my halal income?
3. Can I give the money to Madrasa by clearly stating them that the amount is from interest?
4. Can I give the interest money to my relatives for their business needs, in order to improve their monthly income? Eagerly awaiting to hear from you. May Allah help us to be guided in right direction
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
(Fatwa: 726/609/D=9/1438)
(1) It is not lawful to pay the interest money in the donation of higher education.
(2) If he is needy and poor then you may give him interest amount likewise you may give your zakah amount to him.
(3) Yes, you may give the interest amount with explanation but it is better not to give this amount in the madrasa if the madrasa has students who are eligible to receive zakah amount then pay your zakah there; otherwise give only Imdad amount.
(4) Yes, if the relatives are poor and needy one you may give this amount to them for business.
Allah knows Best!
Darul Ifta,
Darul Uloom Deoband