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Malaysia Hindu Sangam says ready to cooperate with govt to regularise Hindu temples

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — Malaysia Hindu Sangam (MHS) has expressed its readiness to work with the government, local authorities…
Demolish houses of worship that break the law, says Anwar

Demolish houses of worship that break the law, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Putrajaya will no longer permit the construction of any house of worship that does not…
Use of Islamic phrases by non-Muslims should not be an issue

Use of Islamic phrases by non-Muslims should not be an issue

From Moaz Nair There’s a difference between Islamic and Arabic phrases. Islamic phrases are religious expressions, often used by Muslims…
Zamri Vinoth, Tamim Dahri direman

Zamri Vinoth, Tamim Dahri direman

Penyelaras perhimpunan Gerakan Anti Rumah Anutan Haram, Zamri Vinoth dan seorang lagi individu, Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak ditahan bagi proses…
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DAP Youth chief urges action against ‘illegal temple’ rally organisers, calls for end to divisive labels

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 — DAP Socialist Youth (DAPSY) has urged authorities to take action against the organisers of the…
Cops block rally against ‘illegal’ houses of worship

Cops block rally against ‘illegal’ houses of worship

KL police chief Fadil Marsus urged the public to stay away from the gathering and warned that strict action would…
MCCBCHST desak kabinet noktahkan kemelut tukar agama kanak-kanak

MCCBCHST desak kabinet noktahkan kemelut tukar agama kanak-kanak

Sebuah gabungan kumpulan pelbagai agama hari ini menggesa Putrajaya untuk mempertahankan pendirian bahawa penukaran agama kanak-kanak kepada Islam memerlukan keizinan…
DAP MP calls out govt’s silence on campaign against ‘illegal’ temples

DAP MP calls out govt’s silence on campaign against ‘illegal’ temples

Klang MP V Ganabatirau said leadership under the Madani framework requires confronting difficult issues with empathy and clarity rather than…
Israel musnah kubur pejuang perang di Gaza

Israel musnah kubur pejuang perang di Gaza

BANDAR GAZA: Tentera Israel memusnahkan sebahagian kawasan perkuburan di Gaza yang menempatkan jasad askar beragama Islam, Britain, Australia dan anggota…
History can unite if taught without distortion, says historian

History can unite if taught without distortion, says historian

Ranjit Singh Malhi’s book, Forgotten Malaysian history: restoring voices, reclaiming truths, examines factual distortions found in Malaysian history textbooks. KUALA…
‘Illegal’ temples not the real reason for tomorrow’s rally

‘Illegal’ temples not the real reason for tomorrow’s rally

The rally planned for tomorrow (Feb 7) is ostensibly to pressure the authorities to take action against “illegal” houses of…
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Pakatan Indian MPs urge police to block anti-Hindu temple rally over racial tension concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — Pakatan Harapan federal lawmakers have warned that allowing a rally calling for “illegal Hindu temples”…
MBPP officers injured in Thaipusam balloon blast in Penang

MBPP officers injured in Thaipusam balloon blast in Penang

Two Penang council officers hurt when seized hydrogen balloons explode during Thaipusam cleanup operationPETALING JAYA: What began as a routine…
Confrontation not the Muslim way, says S’gor exco man over temple disputes

Confrontation not the Muslim way, says S’gor exco man over temple disputes

Selangor executive councillor Fahmi Ngah said confrontational approaches, whether by Muslims or followers of other faiths, will only deepen division.…
Thaipusam Celebration Attracts Local, Foreign Visitors

Thaipusam Celebration Attracts Local, Foreign Visitors

KUALA LUMPUR,  Feb 1 (Bernama) -- Kavadi processions, prayer chants and the rhythm of traditional music marked Thaipusam celebrations nationwide today,…
Klang Subramania Swamy Temple: more than a century of faith, memory and devotion

Klang Subramania Swamy Temple: more than a century of faith, memory and devotion

THE temple rises into view every time I turn into Teluk Pulai, a familiar constant in a landscape that has…
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DPM Zahid reminds Malaysians that diversity and unity must shine through this Thaipusam

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the harmony enjoyed by Malaysia…
White-feathered kavadi, lifelong devotion [WATCH]

White-feathered kavadi, lifelong devotion [WATCH]

KUALA LUMPUR: White peacock feathers are the defining feature of the kavadi Mahadevan Santhil Nathan makes for Thaipusam, a ritual…
Chow: Thaipusam reflects universal values that transcend religion and culture

Chow: Thaipusam reflects universal values that transcend religion and culture

GEORGE TOWN: Thaipusam symbolises unity, self-discipline and spiritual strength, values that transcend religion and culture, says Chief Minister Chow Kon…
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Silver chariot rolls through KL as thousands join Thaipusam procession to Batu Caves

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Thousands of Hindu devotees carrying ‘archenai’ – trays filled with coconuts, money, fruits and flowers – thronged…
Silver chariot procession draws thousands ahead of Thaipusam

Silver chariot procession draws thousands ahead of Thaipusam

Thousands join the silver chariot procession in Kuala Lumpur, carrying offerings and following Lord Murugan’s statue to Batu Caves for…
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Melaka gears up for Thaipusam this Sunday, expects 50,000 devotees 

MELAKA, Jan 30 — Besides the federal capital, Perak and Penang, Melaka is also among the focal points for Hindu…
Elak jadikan agama alat perbalahan dalam masyarakat

Elak jadikan agama alat perbalahan dalam masyarakat

Seluruh rakyat Malaysia diseru tidak menjadikan agama sebagai alat untuk mencetuskan perbalahan atau pertikaian, khususnya di media sosial serta bersatu…
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Diversity strengthens Malaysia, unity minister says in Thaipusam message

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 — Malaysians have been urged not to use religion as a tool to incite conflict or…
BERNAMA - Avoid Using Religion As A Tool For Conflict

BERNAMA – Avoid Using Religion As A Tool For Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysians have been urged not to use religion as a tool to incite conflict…
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Over one million devotees and tourists expected in Penang as police roll out massive security plan for Thaipusam

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 29 — A total of 1,280 police personnel have been deployed to manage traffic and public safety…
Penang deploys 1,280 police for Thaipusam security

Penang deploys 1,280 police for Thaipusam security

Penang police deploy 1,280 personnel for Thaipusam, managing traffic and safety for over a million visitors with road closures and…
Ipoh artisan keeps kavadi-making tradition alive for over 20 years

Ipoh artisan keeps kavadi-making tradition alive for over 20 years

IPOH: For more than two decades, Prem Kumar Francis Xavier has meticulously honed the art of kavadi-making, a decorative ceremonial…