Hinduism

Rayer demands court action against preacher Zamri Vinoth over ‘lingam’ remarks

DAP lawmaker R.S.N. Rayer (Jelutong-PH) has called on authorities to charge independent preacher Zamri Vinoth Kalimuthu with allegedly insulting Hinduism.

Thousands of Hindu devotees throng Batu Caves for vibrant Thaipusam celebration 

The Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in Batu Caves witnessed a vibrant celebration of Thaipusam, drawing thousands of Hindu devotees from across the country. The joyous atmosphere prevailed as devotees gathered to fulfil their vows, bringing with them “Paal Kudam” (milk pots) and “kavadi,” while also engaging in acts of atonement and thanksgiving like breaking coconuts and shaving heads.

In Seremban, a quieter Thaipusam for some, but no less meaningful

Every year, the focus of Thaipusam is usually centred on large-scale celebrations at Batu Caves, but many Hindu devotees also choose to observe the festival in a more serene and peaceful manner.

Thaipusam: one million Hindu devotees expected to visit Penang

A total of one million Hindu devotees are expected to throng Penang from January 24 to 26 to celebrate the Thaipusam festival.

Sandakan’s Vinayagar Chaturthi festival attracts 400 devotees from across Sabah

The Sri Sithi Vinayagar Temple in Sandakan, the sole Vinayagar temple in Sabah, drew some 400 devotees from various parts of the state to commemorate the ten-day Vinayagar Chaturthi festival, which concluded last night.

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