
Police ensure safety, smooth traffic flow during Thaipusam celebrations at Batu Caves
Seven roads around Batu Caves will be closed in stages, depending on current conditions, from midnight yesterday until Feb 14.
Mon Feb 10 2025

Thaipusam celebration back in grand scale nationwide
The Thaipusam festival is back again on a grand scale with iconic silver chariot processions across the country after two years of muted celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sun Feb 05 2023

'Kavadi' ceremony not allowed during Thaipusam this year - Halimah
Only the 'paal koodam' procession of carrying milk pots, prayer activities and chariot processions will be allowed during Thaipusam this time, with the 'kavadi' ceremony still not allowed.
Wed Jan 12 2022

Moderate preparation for Thaipusam in Penang amid COVID-19, Omicron variant
The chariot procession will be limited to 100 devotees who have been fully vaccinated and have registered with the temple committee.
Sat Jan 08 2022
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Wed Jan 27 2021

MKN gives nod to Thaipusam chariot procession in KL
The chariot procession from the Jalan Bandar temple to Batu Caves must adhere to the conditions and standard operating procedures stipulated by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall.
Sun Jan 24 2021

Penang calls off Thaipusam festivities amid COVID-19
The famous dual chariot procession, bearing the statue of Lord Murugan during Thaipusam in Penang, has been called off this year.
Fri Jan 08 2021

Penang may cancel Thaipusam's chariot procession amid COVID-19
The state will have a series of meetings to discuss on how to manage Thaipusam this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Dec 22 2020

Jalan Ipoh, Jalan Kuching to close from 10pm today for Thaipusam chariot procession
He said the procession would begin at the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Jalan Bandar and end at the Sri Subramaniyar Temple in Batu Caves.
Tue Feb 07 2017

Road closure in conjunction with run and Thaipusam festival
Several roads in Kuala Lumpur will be closed between February 1 and February 4 for the Nike We Run KL 2015 and Thaipusam chariot procession.
Tue Jan 27 2015

Man killed during Thaipusam chariot procession
A man was killed while his brother seriously injured in a fight that took place after the Thaipusam chariot procession.
Mon Jan 20 2014

Sabah has allocated over RM75 million for education aid initiatives - Hajiji
Sabah has allocated RM75.5 million this year to implement 13 education aid initiatives for students, schools, parent-teacher associations, as well as Sabah student associations
Thu Mar 13 2025
Israel and US power in Syrian Faction
The collapse of the Assad regime could potentially trigger a sectarian conflict between the Shiites and the Sunni majority in the region, drawing in Iran. Israeli commanders view this as potentially beneficial for Israel and its Western allies. According to one individual’s perspective, such a scenario could divert Iran’s focus and significantly delay its nuclear activities. Furthermore, some senior Israeli intelligence analysts believe that this development could even contribute to the eventual downfall of the current Iranian government.
Thu Mar 13 2025
The Philippines' former leader Rodrigo Duterte has been served an Interpol arrest warrant on his arrival from Hong Kong at Manila's main airport and is in custody, the office of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said in a statement
The ICC took aim on the Philippine's War on Drugs, carried out by Duterte until his term ended in 2022. He advocated a full-scale fight against drug addiction, as well as against drug dealers.
The campaign was criticised by human rights monitors saying the government carried out extrajudicial killings.
Over 6,000 people involved in the drug trade were reportedly killed during the years-long operation.
The campaign was criticised by human rights monitors saying the government carried out extrajudicial killings.
Over 6,000 people involved in the drug trade were reportedly killed during the years-long operation.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Ismail Sabri will continue providing statement tomorrow - Azam
MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has confirmed that former PM Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will return tomorrow morning to continue providing his statement
Thu Mar 13 2025

PM Anwar wants faster implementation of rural infrastructure projects
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today directed the Rural and Regional Development Ministry (KKDW) to expedite basic infrastructure projects that are crucial for the well-being of the people.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say
Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with the US, sources say
Thu Mar 13 2025

Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes
Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs"
Thu Mar 13 2025

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury
Malaysia's men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has withdrawn from next week's Swiss Open due to a recurring right ankle injury.
Thu Mar 13 2025