Malaysia observes six celebrations this week, a reflection of the country's diversity - Aaron Dagang
This week alone we have Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Ugadi, Tamil New Year, Vaisakhi, Vishu Day and Songkran, said Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Govt strives to protect country, people from racial conflicts - PM Anwar
PM Anwar Ibrahim said the government is going to put an end to the attempts by quarters to use identity politics to divide society.
Thu Apr 13 2023
Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Songkran greetings to Siamese community
There are 60,000 people of Siamese descent in Malaysia, with a large number residing in Kedah and Perlis.
Thu Apr 13 2023
PM hopes Siamese community uses Songkran festival to strengthen family ties
Ismail Sabri today expressed hope that the Siamese community in the country will use the Songkran festival celebration to further strengthen family ties as well as relationships with friends.
Wed Apr 13 2022
Songkran water festival
The Songkran festival.
Fri Apr 14 2017
Painted Thai elephants spray tourists with water to banish bad luck
Colourfully painted elephants in the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya sprayed people with water on Tuesday in a water fight that has become tradition to mark the country's New Year festivities.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Songkran 2015: World's biggest water festival
Songkran: A wet day for Asia
Thu Apr 16 2015
Songkran New Year Festival
The Songkran Festival for the Thai New Year at Chewtawan Temple in Petaling Jaya.
Wed Apr 16 2014
MH370: Subdue Songkran celebrations in respect to tragedy
The Siamese community in Malaysia are urged to celebrate Songkran or the 'water festival' that marks New Year in Thailand next month in a moderate manner to pay respect to MH370.
Fri Mar 28 2014
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024