UNIVERSITI Sains Malaysia (USM) will mark the 50th anniversary of its Thaipusam thaneer panthal (refreshment stall) on Feb 10 and 11 at Jalan Waterfall, Penang. Since 1975, this...
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Devotees urged to ditch plastic and food waste this Thaipusam
THE Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) and the Penang State Malaysia Hindu Sangam have called on Thaipusam devotees and vendors to avoid single-use plastics and reduce food wastage during...
VENDORS in Penang are struggling to supply coconuts to devotees ahead of Thaipusam celebration next Tuesday due to shortage of matured coconuts and rising prices. The practice of...
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Penang Thaipusam 2025 expected to draw over 1.5 million devotees
THE highly anticipated annual Thaipusam festival in Penang is set to be even grander this year, with an expected turnout exceeding 1.5 million devotees and visitors. Known for...