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Sadiq Khan rejects calls to exclude Hindu nationalist group from Diwali celebrations

Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK (VHP-UK), also known as the World Council of Hindus UK, are on the official committee of organisers for the City Hall-backed Diwali celebrations in Trafalgar Square on Sunday

Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2025

The best Diwali gifts for 2025: 16 thoughtful ideas I’m loving this year

Diwali gifts are designed to spark joy. From a cult perfume to chocolate truffles, here are my favourite special occasion presents for friends and family

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2025

Diwali 2025: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival of lights in London

Diwali celebrations are already underway. Katrina Mirpuri shares her favourite spots

Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2025

No10 sorry for serving meat and alcohol at Diwali celebration

Sir Keir Starmer’s team says sorry after gaffe at annual reception two weeks ago

Evening Standard · Nov 15, 2024

Number 10 apologises to Hindus after meat and alcohol served at Diwali event

Downing Street has apologised to British Hindus after meat and alcohol were served at its annual Diwali celebration ...

The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2024

No10 apologises after meat and alcohol served at Diwali event

Number 10 said a ‘mistake’ had been made in the organisation of the event and sought to assure the community ‘it will not happen again’.

Evening Standard · Nov 15, 2024

No 10 apologises after meat and alcohol served at Diwali celebration

Statement acknowledges ‘mistake’ that prompted complaints from some Hindus, including a Tory MP

The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2024

'Singham Again' box office collection Day 9: Ajay Devgn starrer mints Rs 192.5 crore; set to become actor's fourth Rs 200 crore film

Ajay Devgn’s latest action-packed blockbuster, 'Singham Again', directed by Rohit Shetty, continued to dominate the box office as it entered its ninth day. The film which clashed with Kartik Aaryan's 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' over the Diwali weekend, is on course to hit the Rs 200 crore mark this weekend.

The Times of India · Nov 10, 2024

How Ayurveda can help combat Diwali air pollution and protect respiratory health

Delhi during Diwali radiates with light and festivity, but behind the beauty of the celebrations lies a stark reality—the significant rise in air pollution. Firecrackers, while adding grandeur to the festival, release harmful toxins and particulate matter into the atmosphere, posing serious health risks, particularly for those with respiratory conditions…

The Times of India · Nov 8, 2024

Dogs given treats and garlands in special Diwali worship ceremony

Kukur Pujua, a special five-day festival celebrating dogs is taking place in Nepal.People worship and celebrate canines of all breeds as part of the Tihar festival, also called Diwali.Footage shows dogs being honoured with garlands.Staff at a Nepal canine centre can also be seen worshipping guard dogs and performing tricks…

The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2024