Diwali
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Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, mega celebration in Delhi today
India | December 10, 2025 12:15 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 | December 08, 2025 15:53 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
October 28, 2025 8:34 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 | October 23, 2025 11:10 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 | October 23, 2025 8:16 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 | October 22, 2025 12:12 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 | October 22, 2025 11:14 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 | October 22, 2025 12:00 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
October 22, 2025 8:52 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 | October 21, 2025 23:22 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 | October 21, 2025 22:53 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 | October 21, 2025 19:18 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
October 21, 2025 18:45 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.
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Delhi chokes as air quality deteriorates to 5-year low post-Diwali, CPCB data shows
Delhi | October 21, 2025 23:44 ISTDelhi air quality: The average PM2.5 concentration touched 488 micrograms per cubic metre in the 24 hours after Diwali, more than three times the pre-festival level of 156.6 micrograms per cubic metre.
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Grand Diwali: India's festive sales cross record Rs 6 lakh crore, creates 50 lakh temporary jobs
Business | October 21, 2025 18:02 ISTMainline retail - particularly non-corporate and traditional markets - contributed 85 per cent to the total trade, underscoring a powerful comeback of India's physical markets and small traders.
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Sharif's Diwali wishes fall flat as Pakistan's Hindu population keeps shrinking: How many are left?
World | October 21, 2025 15:33 ISTPakistan’s Hindu population has dramatically shrunk since Partition in 1947, when they comprised about 15% of the population. Today, they account for roughly 1.63% (around 3.8 million people out of 240 million).
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Ram Gopal Varma’s Diwali remark draws backlash after Gaza comparison
October 21, 2025 12:10 ISTFilmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is once again in the spotlight for controversy. His X post comparing the Gaza situation to Diwali 2025 celebrations triggered outrage among users, with many calling his remark insensitive and disrespectful toward the festival’s cultural significance.
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Chopda Puja 2025 date and time: Shubh muhurat and rituals for new financial beginnings
October 21, 2025 11:33 ISTChopda Puja 2025, also known as Muhurat Puja or Sharda Puja, will be performed on Diwali, October 21. Observed mainly in Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra, this ritual marks the opening of new business ledgers, invoking Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha for prosperity and wisdom.
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Unhappy with Diwali bonus, Agra-Lucknow expressway workers let vehicles pass free
India | October 21, 2025 11:03 ISTWorkers at the Fatehabad toll plaza on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Uttar Pradesh opened all gates, allowing thousands of vehicles to pass without paying toll charges. The protest was triggered by dissatisfaction over a limited Diwali bonus of Rs 1100.
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India upheld righteousness and avenged injustice during Operation Sindoor: PM Modi in Diwali letter
India | October 21, 2025 11:33 ISTOn the occasion of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote a letter to the nation highlighting India's commitment to justice and development. He praised Operation Sindoor as a shining example of upholding righteousness.
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