![Emotional send off as Samy Vellu's remains cremated in Cheras Emotional send off as Samy Vellu's remains cremated in Cheras](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663332021_SamyVellu.jpg)
Emotional send off as Samy Vellu's remains cremated in Cheras
The remains of the late Tun Dr S. Samy Vellu was cremated at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall Crematorium in Cheras amid a sombre atmosphere at 5.30 pm today.
Fri Sep 16 2022
![Sultan of Perak pays last respects to late Samy Vellu Sultan of Perak pays last respects to late Samy Vellu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663314937_TBSULTANPERAKSAMY.jpg)
Sultan of Perak pays last respects to late Samy Vellu
The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah paid his last respects to the late Tun Dr S. Samy Vellu, at his residence in Jalan Ipoh, today.
Fri Sep 16 2022
![Samy Vellu 'a legendary figure' to Malaysian construction industry Samy Vellu 'a legendary figure' to Malaysian construction industry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663299379_SamyVellu.jpg)
Samy Vellu 'a legendary figure' to Malaysian construction industry
The MBAM has paid tribute to the late Samy Vellu and described him as a legendary figure who contributed extensively to the nation, particularly the local construction industry.
Fri Sep 16 2022
![Samy Vellu was happy during his last days - Son Samy Vellu was happy during his last days - Son](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/51663251414_MashUp.jpg)
Samy Vellu was happy during his last days - Son
Samy Vellu was happy as he spent his last days with his family before he died this morning, his son, senator Datuk Seri S. Vell Paari said.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Samy Vellu, a champion of education for the Indian community Samy Vellu, a champion of education for the Indian community](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663245531_TunSSamyVellu.jpg)
Samy Vellu, a champion of education for the Indian community
Samy Vellu, who died today, had toiled to make the Indian community excel in education.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Emotional tributes pour in for 'Man of Steel' Samy Vellu Emotional tributes pour in for 'Man of Steel' Samy Vellu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663216729_SamyVelluMICMen.jpg)
Emotional tributes pour in for 'Man of Steel' Samy Vellu
Condolences and emotional tributes have started pouring in following the passing of former MIC president Tun S. Samy Vellu today with a number of leaders sharing fond memories of him.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Indian PM Modi extends condolences over passing of Samy Vellu Indian PM Modi extends condolences over passing of Samy Vellu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663225500_NarendraModi.jpg)
Indian PM Modi extends condolences over passing of Samy Vellu
Samy Vellu was the first Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardee from Malaysia.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Malaysia loses profound figure in infrastructure development with death of Tun Samy Vellu Malaysia loses profound figure in infrastructure development with death of Tun Samy Vellu](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663216729_SamyVelluMICMen.jpg)
Malaysia loses profound figure in infrastructure development with death of Tun Samy Vellu
Samy Vellu was one of the country's longest-serving Cabinet ministers by being in the Cabinet for almost 30 years.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Country loses great leader in Samy Vellu's passing - PM Ismail Sabri Country loses great leader in Samy Vellu's passing - PM Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71663220150_PMlawatSamyVellu.jpg)
Country loses great leader in Samy Vellu's passing - PM Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said the late Samy Vellu previously succeeded in uniting the Indian community in Malaysia.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![King, Queen express condolences over Samy Vellu's passing King, Queen express condolences over Samy Vellu's passing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/41663217417_IstanaNegara.jpg)
King, Queen express condolences over Samy Vellu's passing
As one of the longest-serving members of the Cabinet, Samy Vellu had served under three prime ministers.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Former MIC president Samy Vellu dies Former MIC president Samy Vellu dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/41663205653_SamyVellu.jpg)
Former MIC president Samy Vellu dies
Samy Vellu, who was MIC president from 1981 to 2010, was one of the longest-serving leaders in the Cabinet.
Thu Sep 15 2022
![Woman claiming to be Samy Vellu's wife files second bid to be intervenor in Vell Paari's suit Woman claiming to be Samy Vellu's wife files second bid to be intervenor in Vell Paari's suit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71601274055_SVellPaari.jpg)
Woman claiming to be Samy Vellu's wife files second bid to be intervenor in Vell Paari's suit
Lawyer R.S.N. Rayer, representing Meeriam Rosaline Edward Paul, 59, said the application was filed on Sept 22.
Mon Sep 28 2020
![High Court allows Vell Paari's application to check on father's mental health High Court allows Vell Paari's application to check on father's mental health](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/71597390217_kompleksmahkamahKL.jpg)
High Court allows Vell Paari's application to check on father's mental health
The application was made by Vell Paari in the suit he filed against Samy Vellu for the court to declare that his father was incapable of managing his own affairs.
Fri Sep 11 2020
![Three receive 'Tun' title this year Three receive 'Tun' title this year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-09/51504928877_Anugerah.jpg)
Three receive 'Tun' title this year
The trio led the list of recipients of the 2017 federal awards, honours and medals in conjunction with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Muhammad V's birthday today.
Sat Sep 09 2017
![BN thumping victories prove Najib has strong grassroots support BN thumping victories prove Najib has strong grassroots support](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-05/81464613763_BNbendera.jpg)
BN thumping victories prove Najib has strong grassroots support
Former MIC president and former works minister Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu said the result also shows that the prime minister is unshakable.
Sun Jun 19 2016
![Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739948701_TBYaroun.jpg)
Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws
Hezbollah says Israel was still occupying Lebanese territory and put the onus on the Lebanese state to get Israeli forces out.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025