Temples

Malaysia cracks down on unauthorised temples: Could relocation be better than demolition?

Critics say enforcing laws alone on illegal temples risks fuelling religious tensions.

Amid Indian PM Modi’s visit to Malaysia, rally over ‘illegal’ Hindu temples fizzles out after arrests

The police blocked a rally planned on Feb 7 against "illegal" houses of worship because of security reasons.

More slots for Thaipusam devotees as registration reopens till Jan 31

Thaipusam devotees queued at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple after additional registration slots were opened.

Wildfire at Suraksan in Seoul destroys temple, burns width of over 2 soccer fields

Temple Suamsa dates back to year 621 during the Silla Kingdom. The original temple was destroyed in the 17th century and rebuilt decades ago in the modern era.

Bigger-than-usual turnout expected for Feb 1 Thaipusam procession; motorists advised to avoid area

Motorists are strongly advised to avoid driving in the vicinity of Little India on the day.

Tiger God statue at Chinese temple in Balestier missing; police report made

The missing Tiger God statue has been at Rochore Tua Pek Kong Temple for at least 30 years.

Temple blaze in China blamed on tourists’ ‘irresponsible’ handling of candle, incense

Although initially reported to be 1,500 years old, the Wenchang Pavilion was constructed in January 2008, and completed in October 2009. No cultural relics are housed in the pavilion.

India temple stampede kills nine

Thousands of devotees brave embers at fire-walking festival in Singapore

Devotees crossing the fire pit at Sri Mariamman Temple during the annual Theemithi Thiruvizha (Fire Walking Festival) on Oct 12, 2025.
ST PHOTO: AZMI ATHNI

Online registration for Hindu fire-walking festival rituals opens on Sept 4

The annual festival, also known as theemithi vizha, will take place at the Sri Mariamman Temple on South Bridge Road on Oct 12, 2025.

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