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Kolkata lit up with colourful lights for Diwali & Kali Puja

Adorned with dazzling and vibrant lights across the city, Kolkata has geared up for Diwali and Kali Puja celebrations. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 31, 2024

AP PHOTOS: Ayodhya in northern India celebrates the night before Diwali with pomp and pageantry

A priest stands with folded hands praying toward the rising sun on the banks of the Saryu River in Ayodhya in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Nearby, a group of women take a dip in the river dressed in their saris while a barber trims the mustache of…

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2024

Diwali: The best recipes to cook for the Hindu festival of lights

Mallika Basu shares a guide to the ingredients and recipes that make Diwali sparkle – from fragrant dals and street food-inspired chaats to sweets so decadent, they practically demand a celebration

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2024

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Use of smoke-emitting firecrackers renews air pollution debate in India's capital ahead of Diwali

As India gears up for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, people are divided over whether they should celebrate by setting off firecrackers, which worsen the country’s chronic air pollution

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2024

75+ Happy Diwali Wishes, Messages, Greetings and Quotes to Spread Joy and Light

One of the happiest and most colourful holidays in India is Diwali which is also known as the Festival of Lights. Families gather during this time to celebrate the win of knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and light over darkness. Diwali, also called Deepavali, is a celebration of a…

The Times of India · Oct 31, 2024

Happy Diwali 2024: Stunning pictures, GIFs, and cards with heartfelt quotes, wishes and messages

Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and within Indian communities all over the world. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival is observed over five days, with each day carrying its…

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2024

Delhi: 5-Year Old dies After Electrocuted From Decorative Lights Of Diwali

A 5-year-old child died after being electrocuted from decorative electric lights of Diwali on Tuesday night. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 30, 2024

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Glow through the festivities: Hydration and protection tips for your skin this Diwali

Diwali is just around the corner, bringing joy, celebrations, and unfortunately, potential stress for your skin. Between pollution, late nights, and festive treats, your skin may lose its glow. This Diwali, keep your skin radiant with simple hydration, protection, and revitalizing tips.

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2024

Narak Chaturdashi 2024, Chhoti Diwali 2024, and Tamil Deepavali 2024: Date, Pooja Timings, and Shubh Muhurat across different USA Time Zones (ET, CT, MT, PT)

Diwali is celebrated across the world with great enthusiasm and fervor, but the day prior to Diwali is no less significant and has a great mythological significance to it. Popularly known as Chhoti Diwali, which typically falls a day after Dhanteras and prior to Lakshmi Puja and Diwali celebrations, the…

The Times of India · Oct 29, 2024

Diwali to be celebrated on October 31: Acharya Satyendra Maharaj

Chief Priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, Acharya Satyendra Maharaj on Tuesday cleared the confusion on the dates of Chhoti Diwali and Badi Diwali. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 29, 2024

Please Stop Calling Diwali ‘Indian Christmas’ — You’re Erasing Its True Meaning

My ancestors would be rolling in their ashes.

Pedestrian.tv · Oct 29, 2024

Northern India And Pakistan Engulfed In Hazardous Smog

Learn about the severe air pollution crisis in northern India and eastern Pakistan exacerbated by Diwali celebrations and the challenges in combating pollu...

Firecracker pollution: How toxic smoke affects children's vision

Diwali is the time of the year when our nation’s children are on holiday and festivities are rampant. Sadly this fun time for children is also when firecrackers and fireworks are available in plenty. The word “firecrackers” evokes quite a bit of emotion and is often associated with great joy…

The Times of India · Oct 27, 2024

CAIT: Traders expect Rs 4.25 lakh crore turnover this Diwali

This Diwali Traders are expecting a turnover of approximately Rs 4.25 lakh crore nationwide, said CAIT. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 27, 2024

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Newcastle Herald · Oct 27, 2024

Light up the night: Newcastle's first Diwali festival draws a crowd

See all the photos from the colourful and flavourful celebration.

Dynamite News · Oct 25, 2024

Dharavi made 1 million handcrafted Diyas for Diwali

Dharavi Redevelopment Project Private Limited (DRPPL), has facilitated the sale of nearly one million diyas from Dharavi's Kumbharwada for this Diwali. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2024

For a Diwali treat with an American twist, a new cookbook serves up cardamom-spiced carrot blondies

Desserts and sweets are a traditional part of the South Asian holiday Diwali

Dynamite News · Oct 24, 2024

CJI meets Journalists on occasion of Diwali

CJI Chandrachud met with journalists in New Delhi on the occasion of Diwali. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Dynamite News · Oct 23, 2024

Jamia Millia Islamia: Clash erupts during Diwali celebration

A commotion erupted at Jamia Millia Islamia University on Tuesday night during a Diwali celebration. Read further on Dynamite News:

Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2024

The Standard's Diwali gift guide 2025: Bright ideas for the whole family

Let there be light! Gifts to give this Diwali

The Times of India · Oct 20, 2024

Protect your ears this Diwali: Busting myths about ENT health

With Diwali evoking the spirit of festive fervour, it also raises a lot of health concerns arising from pollution reaching its peak during the period. Where people invariably focus on respiratory issues and allergies, they tend to pay little attention to ENT problems during the festival. Therefore, to establish the…

International Business Times · Oct 16, 2024

India's Fireworks Boom Ahead Of Hindu Festival Of Lights

Wrapping heaps of cone-shaped sparklers in red paper and trimming lengths of silver fuse by the hundreds, workers at an Indian fireworks factory race to meet orders for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.

Newslaundry · Jul 6, 2024

Hafta letters: Delhi, Khalistan, competitive exams

Following the media stories from Delhi, it seems every year is Groundhog Day. May-June bring stories of water shortages; July will bring stories of flooding and waterlogging, soon followed by dengue. Then, after a brief respite, we will get pollution from farm fires and Diwali in the winter months, and…

Evening Standard · Mar 19, 2024

Network Rail defends Islamic display board message for Ramadan at King's Cross

The station also celebrates other religious festivals including Easter, Christmas, Passover and Diwali

The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023

Silkyara tunnel collapse | Jharkhand to airlift 15 rescued workers to Ranchi on December 1

15 labourers from Jharkhand to be airlifted to Delhi, then to Ranchi. Medical screening of rescued workers at AIIMS Rishikesh. Kin celebrate 'Igas Bagwal' after safe rescue from Silkyara tunnel. After 2 wks of worry, families burst into joy & crackers. Tunnel collapsed on Diwali, trapping workers in dark.

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