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No Thaipusam festivities and procession in Penang
GEORGE TOWN: There will be no kavadi, breaking of coconuts or traffic jams in Jalan Utama during Thaipusam this year.
No devotees allowed at two Penang temples during Thaipusam
GEORGE TOWN: No devotees will be allowed to visit the Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Hilltop Temple and Nattukotai Chettiar Temple at Waterfall Road during Thaipusam.
Coconuts still in demand
GEORGE TOWN: Orders for coconuts are still going strong despite a possible cancellation of the Thaipusam celebration on Jan 28.
Assessment rebate extended due to pandemic
IN a move to ease the people’s burden due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Penang government is extending its assessment rebate given in 2020 to 2021.
Chariot procession in Penang to be cancelled
GEORGE TOWN: For the first time in almost 150 years, Penang will not get to see a chariot procession or kavadis during Thaipusam next Jan 28 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Nation’s first Tamil library to be launched
THE Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) will launch the first Tamil library in the country on Jan 14 to coincide with the Ponggal festival, Makkal Osai reported.
Prof to lead new drive to promote Tamil schools
PROF Datuk Dr NS Rajendran will lead an action committee promoting Tamil schools in a special campaign, Makkal Osai reported.
Penang may cancel Thaipusam chariot procession amid Covid-19
GEORGE TOWN (Bernama): The famous dual chariot procession, bearing the statue of Lord Murugan, during Thaipusam in Penang is most likely to be cancelled next year due to Covid-19 to prevent mass gathering.
Bringing festive cheer to the poor
WITH the Covid-19 pandemic making life harder for those in the B40 category, a helping hand is always welcome, especially during festivals.
Last-minute reprieve for families
PENANG Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) is ready to acquire the 2.4ha plot in Ladang Sungai Kechil in Nibong Tebal where 23 families are living.
