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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
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Vangelis, komposer muzik terkenal meninggal dunia
Beliau menjadi komposer lagu untuk filem fiksyen sains Blade Runner pada tahun 1982 yang diarahkan oleh Ridley Scott dan komposer lagu untuk filem Chariots of Fire juga pada tahun sama.
Fri May 20 2022
!['Kavadi' ceremony not allowed during Thaipusam this year - Halimah 'Kavadi' ceremony not allowed during Thaipusam this year - Halimah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/41641993610_HinduKavadi.jpg)
'Kavadi' ceremony not allowed during Thaipusam this year - Halimah
Only the 'paal koodam' procession of carrying milk pots, prayer activities and chariot processions will be allowed during Thaipusam this time, with the 'kavadi' ceremony still not allowed.
Wed Jan 12 2022
![Thaipusam: Preparations in full swing in Penang Thaipusam: Preparations in full swing in Penang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81641976816_Thaipusam.jpg)
Thaipusam: Preparations in full swing in Penang
Preparations for the Thaipusam celebrations in Penang on Jan 18 are almost complete with the temple management imposing strict SOPs in an effort to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wed Jan 12 2022
![Moderate preparation for Thaipusam in Penang amid COVID-19, Omicron variant Moderate preparation for Thaipusam in Penang amid COVID-19, Omicron variant](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81641629345_TBpedatiemas.jpg)
Moderate preparation for Thaipusam in Penang amid COVID-19, Omicron variant
The chariot procession will be limited to 100 devotees who have been fully vaccinated and have registered with the temple committee.
Sat Jan 08 2022
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Wed Jan 27 2021
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Firm action against those who flout Thaipusam chariot SOPs - IGP
The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) will take firm action against those who flout standard operation procedures (SOPs) during the journey of the silver chariot, in conjunction with Thaipusam, tomorrow.
Tue Jan 26 2021
![Thaipusam: Public advised to adhere to SOP - Ismail Sabri Thaipusam: Public advised to adhere to SOP - Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/51611050458_IsmailSabri.jpg)
Thaipusam: Public advised to adhere to SOP - Ismail Sabri
The public is reminded not to march with nor gather on the side of the road to view the chariot carrying the statue of Lord Murugan in conjunction with the Thaipusam festival.
Tue Jan 26 2021
![Thaipusam: Chariot to travel to Batu Caves and back minus procession, reiterates Annuar Thaipusam: Chariot to travel to Batu Caves and back minus procession, reiterates Annuar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/71611450941_Batucave.jpg)
Thaipusam: Chariot to travel to Batu Caves and back minus procession, reiterates Annuar
The National Security Council (MKN) only allows the chariot carrying the statue of Lord Murugan to travel to Batu Caves, minus a procession, in conjunction with this year's Thaipusam celebration.
Sun Jan 24 2021
![MKN gives nod to Thaipusam chariot procession in KL MKN gives nod to Thaipusam chariot procession in KL](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/71611450941_Batucave.jpg)
MKN gives nod to Thaipusam chariot procession in KL
The chariot procession from the Jalan Bandar temple to Batu Caves must adhere to the conditions and standard operating procedures stipulated by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall.
Sun Jan 24 2021
![Penang calls off Thaipusam festivities amid COVID-19 Penang calls off Thaipusam festivities amid COVID-19](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/51608799058_PRamasamy.jpg)
Penang calls off Thaipusam festivities amid COVID-19
The famous dual chariot procession, bearing the statue of Lord Murugan during Thaipusam in Penang, has been called off this year.
Fri Jan 08 2021
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Penang may cancel Thaipusam's chariot procession amid COVID-19
The state will have a series of meetings to discuss on how to manage Thaipusam this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Dec 22 2020
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Sea of black as thousands gather for Thailand's late King Bhumibol Adulyadej
The Great Victory Chariot carrying the Royal Urn of Thailand's late King Bhumibol Adulyadej is pulled during a royal cremation procession.
Thu Oct 26 2017
![Jalan Ipoh, Jalan Kuching to close from 10pm today for Thaipusam chariot procession Jalan Ipoh, Jalan Kuching to close from 10pm today for Thaipusam chariot procession](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/71486474709_950x600.jpg)
Jalan Ipoh, Jalan Kuching to close from 10pm today for Thaipusam chariot procession
He said the procession would begin at the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Jalan Bandar and end at the Sri Subramaniyar Temple in Batu Caves.
Tue Feb 07 2017
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Box Office: 'Ben-Hur' flops with $11.4 million, 'Suicide Squad' still on top
"Ben-Hur" derailed spectacularly at the multiplexes this weekend, as the latest attempt to revive the chariot racing epic opened to an anemic $11.4 million.
Mon Aug 22 2016