All set for grand Tamil New Year, Vaisakhi, Vishu celebrations after two years
The Tamil, Sikh and Malayalee communities in Malaysia are all set to usher in their respective major festivals grandly tomorrow and Friday.
Wed Apr 13 2022
King, Queen extend Tamil New Year, Vishu greetings
Their Majesties today extended their Tamil New Year and Vishu greetings to all Tamil and Malayalee communities in the country.
Wed Apr 14 2021
Tamil new year, Vishu rush in Little India, Brickfields
Malaysia's Tamil and Malayalee communities will observe their respective new year festivals on April 14.
Tue Apr 13 2021
PM Najib wishes Happy New Year to Indian community
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak wished happy new year to the Indian community in Malaysia who celebrate the occasion.
Fri Apr 14 2017
Strong 'nambikei' between Govt-Indian community transforms lives: PM
In his New Year message to the Tamil and Sikh communities, Najib Razak says the Indian community has always been a true partner to the Government in its efforts to build a better Malaysia.
Mon Apr 13 2015
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Sat Oct 19 2024
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Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
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Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
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