Diwali
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FSDA inspects 86 establishments in Varanasi, Agra, Lucknow; licences of four units suspended
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 28, 2026, 04:20 PM ISTA total of 86 establishments were inspected across these three cities. During the process, 71 improvement notices were issued due to deficiencies in food safety standards, and 30 food samples were collected.
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Maharashtra govt approves Rs 391 crore towards MSRTC employees' salaries ahead of Diwali
Maharashtra | Oct 27, 2026, 05:44 PM ISTTransport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Tuesday directed the Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC) to ensure that salaries to around 83,000 officers and employees are disbursed before the festival.
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Netflix announces Dilwali Diwali, starring Mihir Ahuja and Manoj Pahwa; release date out
Entertainment | Oct 26, 2026, 04:56 PM ISTStarring Mihir Ahuja, Manoj Pahwa, Neelu Kohli and Aurra Bhatnagar, the film follows a family navigating different ideas of happiness and the meaning of home.
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Diwali rush: Indian Railways to add extra AC coaches to 10 special trains for UP, Bihar | Check list
Business | Oct 22, 2026, 07:54 PM ISTDuring the festive season, the heavy rush of passengers often makes it difficult to secure a seat on trains. To provide relief, the Railways has made special arrangements. In response to the increased demand during Diwali, extra AC coaches will be added to 10 special trains.
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Bombay HC bars bursting of firecrackers on roads, public places in Maharashtra during Diwali
Maharashtra | Oct 15, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTThe Bombay High Court clarified that the livelihoods of many poor families depend on the manufacturing and sale of firecrackers; therefore, this trade is not being banned. Nevertheless, it will be the administration's responsibility to ensure that firecrackers are burst only in designated places.
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UPI fee on merchant transactions above Rs 2,000 to kick in after Diwali, says government
Business | Oct 13, 2026, 02:10 PM ISTEarlier, economic think tank GTRI said that the government should withdraw the proposed UPI charges and keep the digital payment system free for merchants and consumers.
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From Eid to Diwali, Maharashtra FDA, led by Tukaram Munde, announces year-round rules for festivals
Maharashtra | Sep 03, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTNow, a uniform procedure has now been issued for every festival, from Eid to Diwali. Tukaram Munde, Commissioner of the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration, stated that this is the first such order in India, requiring action throughout the year.
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Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, mega celebration in Delhi today
India | Dec 10, 2025, 12:15 PM ISTThe announcement was made during a key meeting of UNESCO taking place at the Red Fort in Delhi, marking a significant cultural milestone for the country.
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From Red Fort to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi to witness Diwali-like spectacle on Dec 10: Here's why
India | Dec 08, 2025, 03:53 PM ISTThe government will celebrate Diwali once again on December 10 as the Red Fort hosts a crucial UNESCO meeting that may grant Diwali World Heritage status. Major monuments and government buildings across India will be illuminated to mark the cultural milestone.
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Content creator claims Amitabh Bachchan gifts Rs 10,000 cash and sweets to staff for Diwali
Entertainment | Oct 28, 2025, 08:34 AM ISTA video claiming to reveal the gifts Amitabh Bachchan gave his staff for Diwali has gone viral on the internet. In the video, a staff member confirms that they received Rs 10,000 in cash along with a box of sweets. Watch the video here.
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British YouTuber Sam Pepper banned after firework attack injures girl, later says 'all costs paid'
Trending | Oct 23, 2025, 11:10 AM ISTSam Pepper is a British internet personality and YouTuber known for his prank videos and challenges. He has a large online following but has faced controversies in the past.
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Delhi AQI today: National capital chokes as air quality worsens to 'severe' category
Delhi | Oct 23, 2025, 08:16 AM ISTDays after Diwali, Delhi’s air quality has worsened significantly, with several areas recording “very poor” to “severe” levels of pollution.
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Trump Praises Modi's Steadfast Leadership in Special Diwali Message
News | Oct 22, 2025, 12:12 PM ISTPresident Trump praised Prime Minister Modi's strong leadership in a special Diwali exchange, highlighting the deep respect and growing US-India partnership. Watch this powerful moment of celebration and cooperation!
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Company gives Soan Papdi as Diwali gift, angry workers throw boxes at factory's gate | VIDEO
Trending | Oct 22, 2025, 11:14 AM ISTA company in Haryana's Sonipat giving gifts to its employees on Diwali didn't go right after the workmen threw it away in front of the firm's gate. The reason - 'Soan Papdi'.
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Priyanka Chopra shares glimpses of Diwali celebration with Nick Jonas and mom Madhu Chopra
Bollywood | Oct 22, 2025, 12:00 PM ISTOn Wednesday, Priyanka Chopra took to Instagram to post pictures and videos from the Lakshmi Puja held in New York, which she celebrated with close friends and family. Have a look at the post here.
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Are banks closed on October 22 for Govardhan Pooja? Check city-wise details
Personal Finance | Oct 22, 2025, 08:52 AM ISTIs today a bank holiday? The holiday in these cities has been declared under the central bank's Negotiable Instruments Act.
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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh reveal daughter Dua's face in heartwarming Diwali post | In pics
Bollywood | Oct 21, 2025, 11:22 PM ISTThe couple, dressed in traditional outfits, celebrated the festival with family, and Dua stole the spotlight with her adorable poses.
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'Had praying to Goddess Lakshmi made one rich...': Swami Prasad Maurya sparks controversy
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 21, 2025, 10:53 PM ISTSwami Prasad Maurya, the president of his Janata Party, has once again made a controversial statement. He has now raised questions about Lakshmi Puja.
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Over 350 get burn injury in Delhi, Jaipur and properties worth crores gutted in Shimla on Diwali
India | Oct 21, 2025, 07:18 PM ISTDiwali 2025: Over 55 burn cases were reported from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), 37 from the Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital, 16 from the Deen Dayal Upadhyay (DDU) Hospital, and 15 from the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital.
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Best Diwali 2025 captions for Instagram photos and reels: Short, trendy and Hindi captions included
Events | Oct 21, 2025, 06:45 PM ISTDiwali fills our homes with light, laughter, and colour — and it’s time to make your Instagram shine too! Whether you want short, funny, heartfelt, or Hindi Diwali captions, here’s a sparkling collection for your photos, reels, and stories to capture the festive glow perfectly.