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Temples

Yishun Avenue 3 plot allocated for new Kerala-style Hindu temple; first new build since 2006

Construction of Sree Guruvayoorappan Ayyappan Temple (SGAT) is expected to begin in August or September 2026.
Construction of Sree Guruvayoorappan Ayyappan Temple (SGAT) is expected to begin in August or September 2026.

One day a year, pilgrims crowd remote Taiwan temple to dream of divine answers

Previously only a niche belief for Matsu residents, the temple has been attracting crowds after the government started promoting it to tourists.
Previously only a niche belief for Matsu residents, the temple has been attracting crowds after the government started promoting it to tourists.

Former abbot of China’s Shaolin Temple charged with bribery and embezzlement

Shi Yongxin, former abbot of China's Shaolin Temple, was charged for alleged embezzlement, misappropriation of funds and bribery.
Shi Yongxin, former abbot of China's Shaolin Temple, was charged for alleged embezzlement, misappropriation of funds and bribery.

Fuel shortages disrupt Thailand’s sacred Buddhist funeral rites

Rising concerns about fuel availability and prices have triggered long lines at gas stations.
Rising concerns about fuel availability and prices have triggered long lines at gas stations.

S’pore’s Siddh Peeth Shree Lakshminarayan Temple marks historic consecration after 56 years

Costing nearly $3 million and funded entirely by community donations, the upgrade added 4,000 square feet of space to the historic site.
Costing nearly $3 million and funded entirely by community donations, the upgrade added 4,000 square feet of space to the historic site.

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

Critics say enforcing laws alone on illegal temples risks fuelling religious tensions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Motorists are strongly advised to avoid driving in the vicinity of Little India on the day.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.