The Latest Breaking News from Diwali

People across India revel in Deepavali; Delhi sees best air quality in last eight years

People across India celebrated Deepavali with pomp, exchanging sweets and gifts, visiting temples and greeting each other. PM Modi celebrated with soldiers in Himachal Pradesh and UP CM Yogi Adityanath celebrated with forest dwellers in Gorakhpur.

The Hindu · Nov 12, 2023

Delhi records best air quality in eight years on Diwali

NEW DELHI: On Diwali day, the national capital Delhi recorded its best air quality in eight years, with a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 218 at 4 pm, the best in at least three weeks.

The Times of India · Nov 12, 2023

Eighty fishermen released from Pakistan jail arrive in Gujarat, reunited with kin for Diwali

Eighty fishermen released from Pakistani jail reach Gujarat for Diwali. 200 still in Pakistani jails. Pakistan released 400 Indian fishermen in May-June.

The Hindu · Nov 12, 2023

Goans burn 'Narakasur' effigies to celebrate Deepavali; CM Sawant asks people to buy local products

People of Goa burnt giant effigies of demon ‘Narakasura’ to begin Diwali celebration, while Chief Minister Pramod Sawant extended greetings to the people

The Hindu · Nov 12, 2023

UP CM Yogi Adityanath offers prayers at Hanuman Garhi, Ram Lala on Diwali

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid a visit to the Hanuman Garhi temple on Sunday morning and offered prayers to Lord Hanuman in Ayodhya on the auspicious occasion of Diwali.

Dynamite News · Nov 12, 2023

Diwali Celebrations: Special aarti performed at Shree Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain

A special 'Aarti' was performed at Shree Mahakaleshwar temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Sunday early morning on the festive occasion of Diwali.

Dynamite News · Nov 12, 2023

Delhi issues pre-Diwali advisory amid poor air quality concerns

The Delhi government on Sunday issued an advisory ahead of Diwali amid concerns over 'poor' air quality in the national capital.

Dynamite News · Nov 12, 2023

Millions of Indians set a new world record celebrating Diwali as worries about air pollution rise

Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, with a new Guinness World Record number of bright earthen oil lamps as concerns about air pollution soared in the South Asian country

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2023

U.S. Embassy Community celebrates Diwali with festive lights, sweets

Mr. Garcetti said, “Thank you to the entire U.S. Embassy community here in New Delhi. You make life full of light every single day. We can’t wait to celebrate and bring the light in through singing and dancing.”

The Hindu · Nov 12, 2023

PM Modi reaches Lepcha to celebrate Diwali with forces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Lepcha village in Himachal Pradesh to celebrate Deepawali with the security forces.

Dynamite News · Nov 12, 2023