Diwali: News
Understanding what pollution does to body as Delhi crisis continues
Delhi continued to be covered in a thick layer of smog on Tuesday, with several monitoring stations recording readings close to the 400 mark (severe) in the morning.
Divyanka-Vivek escape building fire; mourn security guard's demise
Television actor Divyanka Tripathi and her husband-actor Vivek Dahiya recently escaped a fire at their Mumbai residential building. The incident took place on the eve of Diwali (which also happened to be Dahiya's birthday eve).
Diwali celebration in New Jersey sparks debate over littered roads
Diwali celebrations in New Jersey, United States, have sparked a debate over public responsibility after the streets were left littered with firecracker waste.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' on Tuesday
Delhi's air quality remained in the "Very Poor" category on Tuesday, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 304 around 7:15am.
'Not cultural pride...': Vivek Agnihotri's sofa catches fire on Diwali
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri and his wife-actor Pallavi Joshi faced a fire scare at their Mumbai residence on November 8, Diwali.
Diwali: Gurfateh Pirzada fumes over firecrackers burning his balcony
Actor Gurfateh Pirzada, who was recently seen in Lust Stories 3, has expressed his anger at the "stupidity of the masses" after firecrackers burnt down his entire balcony and almost an entire room on Diwali.
Cancer fighter Nafisa Ali (69) flags high AQI in Delhi
Veteran actor Nafisa Ali Sodhi (69) has shared an update on her health while expressing concern over rising pollution levels in Delhi after Diwali.
'Punjab fields deliberately burned': BJP alleges 'conspiracy' as AQI soars
Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra has alleged a conspiracy behind the poor air quality on Diwali.
'Hazardous AQI': Bhumi Pednekkar shares concern over post-Diwali pollution
Actor Bhumi Pednekkar has voiced concern over the deteriorating air quality in Mumbai after Diwali celebrations.
'Ramayana' debuts strong but fails to beat 'Dhurandhar 2'
The box office clash between Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana and Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 has sparked a debate over which film offered a better return on investment on its opening day.
Post-Diwali, 93 of world's 100 most polluted cities in India
After the Diwali celebrations on November 8, India has emerged as the home to 93 of the world's 100 most polluted cities.
10-year-old Delhi boy dies after firecracker explodes in his hand
A 10-year-old boy died after a firecracker burst in his hand in Delhi's Narela area on Diwali night.
Delhi's air remains severely polluted on day after Diwali
Delhi's air remained severely polluted on Monday, a day after Diwali.
Dhanteras tragedy: Ex-Tech Mahindra executive shot dead over parking row
A former regional business head of Tech Mahindra's Asia-Pacific region was shot dead in Faridabad, Haryana, on the night of Dhanteras, Friday, November 6.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor'
Delhi's air quality remained hazardous on Saturday, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) at 364 at 8:00am.
GRAP-III invoked in Delhi-NCR as air quality worsens
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR as a precautionary measure after air quality continued to worsen ahead of Diwali.
Dhanteras to generate over ₹1 lakh crore in business: CAIT
The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has predicted that Dhanteras will generate over ₹1 lakh crore in business across India today.
Ranbir-Yash's 'Ramayana' opens at an impressive ₹128cr worldwide
Nitesh Tiwari's ambitious film, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in lead roles, has opened to a strong box office response.
Muhurat trading on November 8: Check NSE, BSE timings
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will host a special Muhurat trading session on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The event is being held to celebrate Diwali Laxmi Pujan.
'Not about...religion': Soni Razdan explains 'anti-national' remark about Diwali crackers
Veteran actor Soni Razdan has clarified her recent remarks on bursting firecrackers, which she had earlier termed "anti-national."
2 killed after 3-story building collapses in Delhi's Chawri Bazaar
Two people were killed while six are still feared trapped after a three-story under-construction building collapsed in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar on Thursday morning.
Can Ranbir-Yash's 'Ramayana' open at ₹100cr?
The highly anticipated film Ramayana is set to hit theaters on Thursday, November 5, just days ahead of Diwali.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay allows 6 shows/day in theaters
In a significant move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced that theaters across the state can now screen up to six shows per day for newly released Tamil movies during their first week.
India's gold demand to hit 6-year low in 2026
India's gold demand is projected to hit a six-year low in 2026, driven by high prices and weakening rural demand, as per the World Gold Council (WGC).
Is there link between Pakistan and spiking Delhi pollution?
Delhi's air quality has taken a turn for the worse, slipping into the "very poor" category on Tuesday, days before Diwali. Normally, the pollution level spikes after the festival.
'Every type sold': SC flags unrestricted firecracker sale in Delhi
The Supreme Court has taken note of a newspaper report on the unrestricted sale of firecrackers in Delhi markets, despite its restrictions ahead of Diwali.
Plea alleges 700% airfare rise; SC says 'Don't fly'
The Supreme Court has refused to urgently list a plea challenging the steep rise in domestic airfares during the Diwali festive season.
Diwali shopping gets costlier as prices rise across categories
Diwali shopping has become more expensive this year, with prices of appliances rising by 3-7%, traditional sweets by 15%, and pistachios nearly doubling from last year.
Diwali decor: 5 simple ways to brighten up your home
Diwali, the festival of lights, is just around the corner. As you prepare your home for the celebrations with cleaning and painting, don't forget about decorating it too.
SC allows green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR on Diwali
The Supreme Court has permitted the use of certified green firecrackers in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on November 7 and 8 with certain conditions.
5 quick starters for your Diwali get-together
Diwali get-togethers are incomplete without delicious snacks that guests can enjoy while catching up with friends and family.
UPI processes ₹1L crore in daily transactions for 1st time
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has hit a new milestone, processing an average of over ₹1 lakh crore in transactions per day for the first time in October.
Why 'Ramayana's advance booking hasn't begun at single screens
The highly anticipated film Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, is facing a hiccup in its advance booking due to a revenue-sharing dispute between Dharma Productions and single-screen theaters.
Delhi traders now urge Sonia Gandhi to defer Sunday rally
The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has urged Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to postpone a rally scheduled for November 1 at Ramlila Maidan.
'Hanuman Ansh' finishes successful box-office run at ₹439 crore
The devotional drama Hanuman Ansh is nearing the end of its historic box office run, with worldwide collections nearing ₹439 crore gross.
Rajiv Rai confirms 'Mohra' re-release on Diwali amid 'Ramayana' clash
Rajiv Rai, the director of the 1994 blockbuster Mohra, has clarified that his film will be re-released in a limited way on single screens across India this Diwali.
PM calls 'Mann Ki Baat' a 'pilgrimage' in 139th episode
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday likened his monthly radio show, Mann Ki Baat, to a "pilgrimage."
Diwali Muhurat Trading session on November 8: Check timings
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has announced the schedule for the Diwali Muhurat Trading session in 2026.
Deepotsav 2026: When Ayodhya glows with lakhs of diyas
Every year around Diwali, Ayodhya transforms into a dazzling spectacle during Deepotsav, when lakhs of diyas (earthen lamps) illuminate the ghats along the Saryu River, temples, and streets.
Sugar prices surge up to 17% in 6 days
Sugar prices have witnessed a major spike, surging over 13% in just six days. The rise is largely attributed to tight supplies and strong festive demand from households and sweetmakers ahead of Diwali.
MDR on UPI payments in India deferred to after Diwali
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has postponed the rollout of merchant discount rate (MDR), on select person-to-merchant (P2M) unified payments interface (UPI) transactions, to immediately after Diwali.
When exactly is 'Ramayana: Part One' opening in India?
The highly anticipated film, Ramayana: Part One, produced by Namit Malhotra and directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has been long promised to hit screens on Diwali, but there has been confusion over the exact dates.
Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' to hit screens on November 5?
The much-anticipated film Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, is reportedly eyeing a worldwide release on November 5.