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
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
Three nabbed over double murder in Rawang
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Thu Apr 16 2015
Double murder of temple priest, friend on Tamil New Year
A ribald joke among friends celebrating the Tamil New Year over the 'effeminate' nature of a temple priest turned into horror as the man ended with a slit throat and his friend strangled.
Tue Apr 14 2015
The Tamil new year, a new beginning foreseen
Tamils all over the world embark on a new beginning as they celebrate the Citthirai Puthandu or the Tamil New Year, today.
Sun Apr 14 2013
Happy Tamil New Year & Vaisakhi
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said festivals in Malaysia are occasions for renewal of faith and friendships among multi-racial Malaysians where family and friends come together to celebrate.
Sun Apr 14 2013
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