Diwali: News
05 Nov 2018
IndiaAmid communal-tension, Diwali in South Africa hailed as social-cohesion exercise
The 20th edition of the annual Diwali Festival in Durban has been hailed as a major social-cohesion exercise in a city that is bedevilled by tensions between the large Indian community in South Africa and the indigenous Zulus.
05 Nov 2018
World Health OrganizationDelhi: Air pollution breaches 'hazardous' category, PM10 at 900-mark
After a brief respite on Sunday, thick smog descended on Delhi-NCR on Monday, with air pollution levels crossing the hazardous category.
04 Nov 2018
FlipkartAmazon, Flipkart Diwali Sale: Top 5 smartphones under Rs. 40,000
Both Flipkart and Amazon are currently hosting their Diwali festive sales with thousands of products being offered at upto 80% discount.
04 Nov 2018
Karan JoharYou can't miss these pictures from SRK's 'starry' Diwali bash
Diwali is around the corner and the celebrations of this festival of lights have already begun in Bollywood.
03 Nov 2018
India#HealthBytes: 6 tips to stay safe from Diwali pollution
With Diwali just a couple of days to go, excitement and smiles are all around.
02 Nov 2018
IndiaIndian Railways introduces 78 special trains for festive-season: Details here
With Diwali and Chhath just a few days away, Northern Railways has introduced 78 special trains, in order to manage extra rush during the festive season.
02 Nov 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaDiwali: Tamil Nadu gets 6-7am, 7-8pm slots for bursting crackers
In line with the Supreme Court's direction, Tamil Nadu government said today that people in the state would be allowed to burst firecrackers between 6-7am and 7-8pm on Diwali.
02 Nov 2018
Delhi PoliceDelhi: Confused over SC order, firecrackers sellers shut shops voluntarily
Ahead of Diwali, dealers have decided to voluntarily shut their firecrackers shops in Old Delhi as they are confused about the Supreme Court order.
31 Oct 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaSupreme Court's Diwali dhamaka: Orders only 'green crackers' for Delhi-NCR
The Supreme Court today clarified that firecrackers other than green crackers will not be sold in the Delhi-NCR region this Diwali and other festivals.
31 Oct 2018
BusinessGold strikes at Rs. 32,650/10g, touches nearly six-year high
Gold prices rallied for the second consecutive session today, rising by Rs. 30 to touch a nearly six-year high of Rs. 32,650/10g amid increased festive demand.
30 Oct 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC timings for bursting firecrackers in TN, Puducherry to change
The Supreme Court today modified its order of fixing a slot of 8 pm to 10 pm for bursting firecrackers on Diwali.
29 Oct 2018
Kapil SharmaKapil Sharma's show to go on air on November 25?
Ever since Kapil Sharma has announced his comeback, his fans have been eagerly waiting for his new show - the second season of 'The Kapil Sharma Show'.
28 Oct 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaFor fireworks after 10: Durex's take on SC-order is creative
The Supreme Court's order, earlier this week, which capped burning crackers in Diwali for only two hours prompted many responses, but the one by Durex takes the cake.
28 Oct 2018
IndiaPre-Dhanteras high prices, cash crunch take sheen off gold
Gold is likely to lose its sheen this 'Dhanteras' due to liquidity crunch amidst rising prices and other investment options.
26 Oct 2018
India#HealthBytes: Tips to stay healthy during festive season
One of the most typical things about our festivals is the delicious food and mouth-watering desserts.
26 Oct 2018
Indian RailwaysIndian Railways bookings: How to book General tickets online
To save passengers the hassle of standing in long queues and waiting for their turn to get a General ticket from ticket counters, the Indian Railways had launched the UTS mobile app.
25 Oct 2018
SuratSavji Dholakia strikes again; gives away 600 cars to employees
Surat-based diamond merchant Savji Dholakia, known for his extravagant generosity, has struck again!
24 Oct 2018
HoustonUS: Thousands attend spectacular Dussehra-Diwali festival event in Houston
Thousands of Indian-Americans gathered for a spectacular annual Dussehra-Diwali festival event in Houston, US.
24 Oct 2018
Kapil SharmaHere's why Kapil Sharma's new show got postponed
Renowned comedian Kapil Sharma's fans were in for a treat after he had announced his much-awaited small-screen comeback.
23 Oct 2018
West BengalWB Pollution Control Board welcomes SC verdict on firecrackers
The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) on Tuesday welcomed the Supreme Court's order which permitted the sale and manufacture of low emission "green" firecrackers countrywide but fixed a two-hour time period from 8pm to 10pm for bursting them on Diwali and other festivals.
20 Oct 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaDelhi: Air quality poor, expected to worsen further
With Diwali just over a couple of weeks away, Delhi's air quality has dropped to the 'poor' category with a pollution cloud hanging over its head.
17 Oct 2018
IndiaIndian Railways announces Diwali, Chhath Puja special trains: Details here
With Diwali and Chhath Puja just a couple of weeks away, the Indian Railways has announced special trains on certain routes, especially in Bihar and Jharkhand.
01 Oct 2018
State Bank of India (SBI)You can't withdraw more than Rs. 20,000 from SBI ATM
In an attempt to curb financial fraud and ATM skimming, State Bank of India (SBI) has decided to bring down the daily withdrawal limit from ATMs to Rs. 20,000. The limit till now was Rs. 40,000.
18 Sep 2018
BollywoodAamir Khan's Rs. 1,000 crore project 'Mahabharata' gets shelved
'Thugs Of Hindostan' actor Aamir Khan has been creating quite a buzz about his lofty project 'Mahabharata'.
08 Sep 2018
IndiaUnited Nations to issue special Diwali stamp next month
The United Nations is set to celebrate Diwali in a unique way. Its postal agency will release special stamps next month featuring festive lights and diyas.
02 Aug 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC to examine whether there should be total-ban on firecrackers
The Supreme Court yesterday said it would examine whether there should be a total ban on the use of firecrackers as it noted that air-pollution reached hazardous proportions during Diwali.
22 Jul 2018
MaharashtraMaharashtra-govt employees to get 7th pay panel salaries from Diwali
The Maharashtra government will implement recommendations of the Seventh Pay Commission for its employees from Diwali (falls in November this year), State Finance Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar said.
26 May 2018
Karan JoharWish to give audience something 'unique' with Ranbhoomi: Shashank Khaitan
Director Shashank Khaitan says he wishes to give audiences a unique experience with his upcoming warrior film "Rannbhoomi".
18 May 2018
MumbaiJet Airways' Diwali bonanza: Non-stop Mumbai-Manchester flights, four times/week
Mumbai-based private carrier Jet Airways has a special Diwali gift for its UK-bound passengers.
10 May 2018
Supreme Court Of IndiaStart anti-pollution fight under NCAP with Delhi: SC tells Center
Taking into account Delhi's rising air pollution, the SC today asked the Center to start the National Clean Air Program (NCAP) with the capital.
19 Apr 2018
CelebrityAamir on 'Thugs Of Hindostan': There's no message this time
Aamir Khan is known for doing meaningful films that have an engaging storyline as well as an emotional connection.
10 Apr 2018
West BengalUnoffended Right Indian: Why should you not ignore him?
Argumentative yet docile, intelligent yet quiet, inquisitive yet accepting - this is your 'Unoffended Right Indian.'
29 Mar 2018
Aamir KhanThe suspense around Aamir Khan's next project ends
Speculations about Aamir Khan's next project after 'Thugs Of Hindostan' have been rife for the past few days.
27 Mar 2018
Karan JoharAamir Khan considering playing spiritual guru Osho in a web-series
Aamir Khan never ceases to surprise the audience with his creative decisions.
21 Mar 2018
Mukesh AmbaniAamir Khan may join hands with Mukesh Ambani for 'Mahabharata'
That Aamir Khan is planning to bring the epic tale of 'Mahabharata' to the big screen is no secret.
20 Mar 2018
DelhiEven as Delhi stifles, Modi, ministers to get clean air
A total of 140 air purifiers were purchased for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office and at least six other government departments between 2014 and 2017, even as Delhi's common masses continue to reel under the rising pollution levels.
12 Mar 2018
DelhiUniversity of Washington may study Delhi's deadly air pollution
The Delhi Government, determined to find out the source of its now-deadly air pollution, is getting ready to commission a project to University of Washington to conduct a real-time source apportionment study.
04 Mar 2018
Akshay KumarAfter 'Kaala', teaser of Rajinikanth's '2.0' leaked online
There has been a tremendous buzz around '2.0' from the word go. Fans are awaiting the Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer with bated breath to hit the theatres.
04 Mar 2018
BollywoodAamir to launch Rajkumar Hirani's wife's book
Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani form a formidable actor-director duo with blockbusters like '3 Idiots' and 'PK' to their names. The hit pair shares an equally strong bond in personal life as well.
27 Feb 2018
Mukesh AmbaniReliance Jio to cover 99% of India's population by Diwali
Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Jio and Samsung have tied up to make sure that 99 per cent of the country's population will use 4G by Diwali this year.
