Thaipusam celebration a blessing for kavadi designers
Apart from carrying kavadi, devotees also carry the Paal Kudam, which is a pot containing cow's milk as an offering to Lord Muruga.
Thu Jan 18 2024
Hindus celebrate Thaipusam moderately under strict SOPs
In addition to 'kavadi' ceremony not being allowed, the number of devotees entering the temple grounds were also limited.
Tue Jan 18 2022
'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
COVID-19 safety SOP for Thaipusam celebration will be announced soon - Saravanan
Saravanan said a meeting would be held next Tuesday with Hindu religious leaders and representatives of temples to discuss related matters.
Sat Dec 11 2021
Kavadi, Chingay processions not allowed - Halimah
Halimah said this is because the country is facing the new COVID-19 Omicron variant.
Tue Dec 07 2021
Kavadi bearer cleanses sins without piercings for Thaipusam this year
Karunaji has been preparing to purge himself mentally and physically for almost three months solely for this annual tradition.
Thu Jan 28 2021
8,000 Hindu devotees to throng Sri Thandayuthapanni Temple in Tapah
A procession with about 50 colourful kavadis is expected to be among highlights for Thaipusam at the Sri Thandayuthapanni temple in Jalan Temoh here tomorrow.
Wed Feb 08 2017
Drunk Indian men are more of nuisance than sexily dressed women
Astro AWANI's Suganthi Suparmaniam believes drunk Indian men at temples and during religious festivals are more of a nuisance than sexily dressed women.
Fri Jan 13 2017
1,600 policemen to ensure security, control traffic at Ipoh Thaipusam celebration
The police are to deploy 1,600 personnel to ensure security and control traffic in the vicinity of the Sri Subramaniar Temple in Gunung Cheruh here during Thaipusam on Sunday.
Tue Jan 19 2016
No durian kavadis, please
This Thaipusam, leave everything odd, weird and rare behind.
Wed Jan 23 2013
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
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
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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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
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Fri Oct 18 2024