Swashna Subramaniam – Arora This piece is a counter argument to an article authored by Urimai president P Ramasamy who subscribes to Periyarism, Dravidianism and the Aryan-Dravidian divide theory. It highlights the importance of the Hindu faith, the relevance of the BJP and the irrelevance of the Periyar ideology in Malaysia. This is especially so…
The leaders of two rapidly-developing countries – both modern states founded on the federation of monarchies, blessed with bountiful coastlines and precious oil, one in the tropics and the other in the desert – met in the United Arab Emirates over the past three days to cement their bilateral, trade, and economic relations. Prime Minister…
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was injured due to a knife during a botched robbery attempt. The incident took place at his residence in Bandra, Mumbai around 2.30 am local time. He has been hospitalised for surgery following the attack. “There was an attempted burglary at Saif Ali Khan’s residence. He is currently in the…
SYERLEENA ABDUL RASHID Malaysia, once celebrated as a beacon of multicultural harmony, now finds itself in the throes of growing racial and religious intolerance. The unity that bound us together is being tested like never before, as incidents of bigotry, misunderstanding, and divisiveness become disturbingly common. The recent controversy surrounding the labeling of “ham” on…
Hamas and Israel reached a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza that mediators said would take effect on Sunday and include a release of hostages held there during 15 months of bloodshed that devastated the Palestinian enclave and inflamed the Middle East. The complex phased accord outlines a six-week initial ceasefire with the gradual withdrawal…
Alleged cyberbully who is better known as DSP Kulim surrendered at the Petaling Jaya district police headquarters earlier today for allegedly beating up an individual. DSP Kulim whose real name is G Vinod Raj was well known on TikTok for his cyberbullying activities. He is also associated with Shalini Periasamy, based on several videos that…
Cheras police confirmed that the deputy public prosecutor’s office are still going through the investigation papers (IP) against alleged cyber bully, Shalini Periasamy. “The IP has been sent to the DPP. It is still with them,” said DSP Ahmad Zamri Jai who heads the Criminal Investigation Department at the Cheras district police headquarters. This is…
The government is mulling over a draft policy on digital finance which could see Malaysia recognising the use of cryptocurrencies and the existence of blockchain technology. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he had held discussions with the UAE government and cryptocurrency and blockchain giant Binance to explore the idea, reported Berita Harian. Acknowledging…
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. Mediator Qatar said the negotiations were at the “closest point” yet to sealing a deal. The Associated Press obtained a copy of the proposed agreement, and an…
By: Vimalan Nagarajan Some people today are calling Ponggal a “secular” festival, detached from Hinduism, it’s nothing but a sign of ignorance about the deeper understanding of this culture and religion. For those claiming Ponggal is not Hindu, do enlighten me on how the date and the timing of Ponggal is calculated, if not based…
