Construction of Batu Caves escalator will not mar concrete steps - Temple chairman
The construction would be carired out on the right side of the limestone hill leading to the cave temple to preserve its natural beauty.
Thu Jan 25 2024
Clean Thaipusam's crusade for a litter-free, zero-waste celebration
Volunteers segregate fruits left by devotees, turning waste into a beneficial resource for animals
Thu Jan 25 2024
Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Thaipusam greetings
Their Majesties hopes the festival would foster the spirit of unity and brotherhood among diverse communities.
Thu Jan 25 2024
Gov't to help Subramaniar Swamy Temple committee in terms of development funds - Gobind
Gobind Singh Deo said the matter had been discussed and agreed upon at a meeting with PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday.
Thu Jan 25 2024
PM wishes a happy Thaipusam Hindus
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hopes that this year's celebration would be more festive than ever, and enjoyed alongside beloved family members.
Thu Jan 25 2024
Thaipusam: Police to carry out patrols in Batu Caves every eight hours
S. Sasikala Devi urged the thousands of visitors and devotees expected to converge there to be vigilant and take care of their valuables.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Seven roads closed in Batu Caves for Thaipusam - Police
Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the roads will be closed to reduce traffic congestion.
Mon Jan 22 2024
Batu Caves temple to get escalator this year
Tan Sri R. Nadarajah said the escalator is one of two projects along with construction of a multipurpose hall estimated to cost RM35 mln.
Fri Jan 19 2024
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
Free ferry, feeder bus rides for Thaipusam in Penang
Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the free rides would be available from midnight on Jan 24 and until 2 am on Jan 26.
Tue Jan 16 2024
Thaipusam: Sultan Johor's presence shows racial tolerance - Exco
The presence of the Sultan of Johor at a vegetarian luncheon at a temple in Skudai demonstrates the practice of racial and cultural tolerance.
Sun Feb 05 2023
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
Two men nabbed for allegedly extorting trader
Police have arrested two men on suspicion of extorting a trader at a trading site at Jalan Kebun Bunga in conjunction with the Thaipusam celebration.
Sun Feb 05 2023
Excitement of Thaipusam's celebration a reflection of Malaysia Madani society - Zahid
The excitement of today's Thaipusam celebration in the country is a reflection of the nature of the Malaysia Madani society which is open and has respect for one another, said DPM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Sun Feb 05 2023
King, Queen extend Chap Goh Mei, Thaipusam greetings
Their Majesties have extended Chap Goh Mei greetings to the Chinese Chinese community and Thaipusam greetings to Hindus in Malaysia.
Sun Feb 05 2023
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024