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seized books returned

January 22nd, 2008
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This case popped up in early January after some children books were seized from several MPH bookstores due to reports that it contained images of prophets.

Latest news is the books have been returned, but not stated in what condition. » Read more: seized books returned

Kedah and Malacca Thaipusam holiday maybe next year

January 22nd, 2008
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Looks like Kedah and Malacca have to wait for another year (and also wait for election result!).


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Meanwhile, Kedah has said it may declare Thaipusam a public holiday next year. Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid said in Alor Star that the state would not consider making it a holiday this year because there was not enough time to do so. “We have to seek approval from the Sultan of Kedah first. “It also involves some paperwork. The decision also has to be made at the state executive council meeting and it may take some time,” he said. » Read more: Kedah and Malacca Thaipusam holiday maybe next year

Batu Caves crowd to shift to other temples

January 22nd, 2008
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More crowd expected in other venues due to boycott of Batu Caves.

100,000 to flood temple

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By DHARMENDER SINGH

PORT KLANG: A flood of requests from devotees this year has compelled the 160-year-old Sri Balasubramaniar Swamy Temple here to celebrate Thaipusam on a grand scale for the first time, with an expected crowd of 100,000 kavadi bearers and devotees. » Read more: Batu Caves crowd to shift to other temples

What really happened at Evening with PM

January 22nd, 2008
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This report is an eye-opener of what transpired at the Evening with PM program. Thanks to Nanda who took the effort and time to write the report. There were some doubts on the number of people who attended, and according to the report below, it could be about 6000 only. » Read more: What really happened at Evening with PM

We don’t only want holiday!

January 22nd, 2008
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The comments below clearly shows what the community wants. I think the leaders have lowered themselves by offering a public holiday. Maybe lose respect among the Indian community. » Read more: We don’t only want holiday!