Formed in 2020, the NGO Clean Thaipusam has mobilised 500 volunteers this year to monitor waste management at major temple ...

Hundreds of thousands of Hindus flocked to temples across Malaysia to celebrate the Thaipusam festival Tuesday, with many piercing their bodies with hooks and skewers in acts of devotion.

The word ‘Thaipusam’ is obtained by combining the two words, ‘Thai’ name of Tamil month and ‘Pusam’, which is the name of a star. Hence on the occasion of Thaipusam this star is at highest point ...

In an age of machines, one artisan in George Town, Penang is keeping the timeless craft of kavadi-making alive, bringing colour and artistry to Thaipusam celebrations for over two decades.

GEORGE TOWN: This Thaipusam will likely see fewer coconuts being smashed due to a significant shortage caused by adverse weather conditions. As a result, devotees may have to pay more as the ...