Diwali
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Happy Dhanteras 2021: Know Shubh Muhurat, Puja Vidhi, Timings and Mantra
Books & Culture | Nov 01, 2021, 06:37 PM ISTHappy Dhanteras 2021: This year the festival of Dhanteras will be celebrated on November 2. The word Dhanteras is made of two words including 'Dhan' meaning wealth and 'teras' representing the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha. Know all the important details about this auspicious Hindu festival here including shubh muhurat, puja vidhi, timing and mantra.
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SC sets aside Calcutta HC order banning firecrackers during Kali Puja, Diwali
India | Nov 01, 2021, 06:33 PM ISTA special bench of Justices AM Khanwilkar and Ajay Rastogi also asked the West Bengal government to explore the possibility to ensure that banned firecrackers and related items are not imported in the state at the entry point itself.
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Diwali: UP govt to light 12 lakh lamps in Ayodhya
India | Nov 01, 2021, 05:09 PM ISTNine lakh lamps will be lit on the banks of the river with the rest three lakh in parts of the town on November 3 from 6 pm to 6.30 pm.
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Supreme Court to hear plea challenging Calcutta HC order banning firecrackers during Diwali
India | Nov 01, 2021, 09:28 AM ISTThe Calcutta High Court has sought a re-imposition of the ban on firecrackers that the court had ordered before Diwali and Chhath in 2020.
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Kolkata Police to act tough against violators of firecracker ban
India | Oct 31, 2021, 06:50 AM ISTKolkata Police Commissioner Soumen Mitra held a meeting with all deputy commissioners and other senior officers of the force and directed them to ensure that the ban is strictly implemented.
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Uttar Pradesh govt bans firecrackers in NCR region where air quality falls under 'poor category'
India | Oct 29, 2021, 08:28 PM ISTThe Uttar Pradesh government on Friday said that there will be a total ban on the sale and use of all kinds of firecrackers in the NCR and all cities where air quality falls under the 'poor' or higher category.
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Best Diwali gifting ideas for the tech nerds
Technology | Oct 29, 2021, 05:52 PM ISTWith Diwali being just around the corner, many people are looking for gifting ideas. Here are some ideas for your tech-nerd friends.
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Best camera smartphones to buy this Diwali: Vivo X70 Pro, iPhone 13 and more
Gadgets | Oct 29, 2021, 03:53 PM ISTDiwali is just around the corner and there could be no better time to buy a good camera smartphone. Here's a list of smartphones that offer great cameras.
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MHA extends COVID-19 restrictions across the country till November 30
India | Oct 28, 2021, 05:07 PM ISTThe order released extends the validity of the order dated September 28, 2021.
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Diwali 2021 Calendar: When is Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Deepawali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj
Books & Culture | Oct 28, 2021, 01:37 PM ISTDiwali 2021 Calendar: Considered the most important festival of the Hindus, Diwali or Deepawali falls on the 15th day of the Krishna Paksh in the month of Kartik. To end all your confusion, here are the dates, puja timings, shubh muhurat and other details about the five days of Diwali week including Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
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Diwali bonanza! Shop your heart out for guaranteed prize of gold or silver coins - here's how
Business | Oct 28, 2021, 01:05 PM ISTUnder the Dhanotsav Shopping Festival, Big Bazaar is giving free silver and gold coins to customers.
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Maharashtra government issues guidelines for Diwali, appeals not to burst crackers
India | Oct 27, 2021, 06:53 PM ISTKeeping in mind the anticipated after-effects of Diwali, several states have banned the use of firecrackers, and have urged the public to maintain social distancing.
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Delhi schools for Classes 6 to 8 may reopen after Diwali
Education | Oct 27, 2021, 08:42 AM ISTThe panel, constituted to chalk out a detailed plan and standard operating procedures (SOPS) for reopening schools, also noted that attendance of senior class students has increased up to 80 per cent, and around 95 per cent teachers and school staff have been vaccinated against COVID-19
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Diwali 2021: Gifting ideas for your gamer friends
Gadgets | Oct 29, 2021, 04:32 PM ISTDiwali 2021 is just around the corner and if you have been looking for gifting ideas for your gamer friends, this is the right place. Here's a list of products that gamers would like.
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Diwali deep-cleaning: Quick checklist, tips to maximize hygiene
Lifestyle | Oct 26, 2021, 11:09 AM ISTWhile we plan to welcome Goddess Lakshmi by cleaning and decorating our living spaces inside out, we should be aware of those corners that are prone to infections, diseases and require our special attention.
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Ahead of Diwali, Delhi govt to launch ‘Patakhe Nahi Diya Jalao’ campaign from October 27
India | Oct 25, 2021, 06:48 PM ISTDelhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said stubble burning peaks around Diwali and the combination of smoke from farm fires and emissions from firecrackers can prove fatal for senior citizens and children.
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Ahead of Diwali, Puducherry allows sale of firecrackers at low prices
India | Oct 25, 2021, 11:31 AM ISTDiwali in Puducherry was a low-key affair last year due to COVID-19-induced lockdown and the earlier Congress government did not allow the sale of firecrackers in the union territory for almost two years.
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Best gadgets to buy ahead of Diwali 2021
Gadgets | Oct 29, 2021, 04:28 PM ISTWith Diwali being just around the corner, many of us are wanting to buy new gadgets. Here's a list of gadgets that you should consider buying.
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After Tanishq, Fabindia forced to withdraw 'Jashn-e-Riwaaz' advertisement
India | Oct 20, 2021, 12:45 PM ISTIronically, the collection which paid homage to Indian culture received criticism from senior BJP leaders who accused the brand of 'Abrahamisation' of the Hindu festival of Diwali by using an Urdu term.
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Covid test must for those visiting Bihar from other states during Diwali, Chhath
India | Oct 18, 2021, 10:59 PM ISTIf people reaching Bihar are not found vaccinated, the government will make arrangements for their inoculation, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said, underscoring the need to be more vigilant during the festival season.