Diwali

'Not against any community', says Supreme Court on firecracker ban ahead of Diwali

The Supreme Court said the order on firecracker ban was passed after giving elaborate reasons.

Oct 28, 2021, 15:29 PM IST

Cars, mobile phones get costly ahead of Diwali- Here’s why

Car and smartphone prices are going up this Diwali season, and are likely to stay up till the second half of 2022. Here’s the reason why cars and smartphones are getting more expensive during this time, and are likely to stay this way for some months.

Oct 28, 2021, 13:34 PM IST

Watch Exclusive Interview of Delhi Police commissioner on security during festive season

Safety is the biggest challenge during the festive season. In such a situation, how ready is the police of the national capital, know directly from the Commissioner of Delhi Police, Rakesh Asthana.

Oct 28, 2021, 11:20 AM IST

States ban, limit use of firecrackers ahead of festive season, check full list - in pics

States have come to the decision keeping in mind poor air quality and COVID-19 status

Oct 28, 2021, 11:15 AM IST

Exclusive: Top trendy ways to wear gold jewellery this Diwali - In pics

The 5 day festival of Diwali begins with Dhanteras, where gold has a special significance and devotees are seen indulging in gold shopping. According to mythology, King Hima's son was saved from death as the snake that was about to bite him got distracted by a pile of gold at his residence door.

Oct 27, 2021, 13:29 PM IST

Punjab allows only green firecrackers on Diwali and Christmas, check details

As per the official notice released by the Punjab government, on the day of Diwali, the bursting of green crackers will be allowed from 8 to 10 pm.

Oct 26, 2021, 22:02 PM IST

Farmers will celebrate Diwali at protest sites in Delhi this year: Rakesh Tikait

Tikait also warned that the farmers' ongoing agitation against the farm laws will continue. He, however, said that they are not creating any obstacles in the way of the government. 

Oct 26, 2021, 08:16 AM IST

Riteish Deshmukh accused of being biased against Hindu festivals, actor has epic reply!

Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh faced flak for his recent tweet on Indian sweets ahead of Diwali. A netizen accused him of being biased against Hindu festivals.

Oct 22, 2021, 17:44 PM IST

Diwali 2021: China sending special firecrackers, lights to India to cause asthma, eye diseases? Here's the truth

The message is majorly being shared on WhatsApp and asks Indians to be aware and not use these Chinese products.

Oct 19, 2021, 08:59 AM IST

Fabindia’s ‘Jashn-e-Riwaaz’ campaign meets a Twitter storm, #BoycottFabindia trends

Fabindia's new campaign met with serious objections on Twitter.

Oct 19, 2021, 08:56 AM IST

Maharashtra may consider relaxing COVID-19 norms after Diwali, CM Uddhav to meet Task Force today

Tope had on Sunday said, "After Diwali, on the basis of Covid positive cases in the state, CM Uddhav Thackeray along with health department and the task force will take the decision to provide more relaxation in COVID-19 restrictions."

Oct 18, 2021, 09:27 AM IST

In Greater Noida, THIS village hails Ravana as tragic hero, mourns on Dussehra and Diwali!

On Dussehra or Vijayadashami, we thought of sharing an unusual and less heard place where Ravana is hailed as the tragic hero and Lord Rama is not worshipped.

Oct 15, 2021, 13:08 PM IST

Delhi Police on high alert after receiving input on terror attack during festive season

In the meeting, Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana informed that there are inputs of a terrorist attack in Delhi.

Oct 10, 2021, 08:30 AM IST

Now, Odisha bans sale and use of firecrackers during festive season, details here

In order to curb the spread of infection, Odisha banned the sale and use of firecrackers during the festival season. 

Oct 01, 2021, 08:04 AM IST

Rajasthan bans sale of firecrackers during Diwali, Dussehra, check details

The order states that large scale celebrations will result in high level of air pollution leading to serious health issues. 

Sep 30, 2021, 23:04 PM IST

Storage, sale and use of firecrackers banned in Delhi, CM Arvind Kejriwal points at pollution

Like last year, Delhi seems all set to celebrate a cracker-less Diwali

Sep 15, 2021, 13:15 PM IST

Video: Politicians visit Rita Bahuguna Joshi's home

In an unfortunate incident, BJP MP from Prayagraj, Rita Bahuguna Joshi's granddaughter died on Tuesday (November 17) after was burnt by firecrackers on Diwali (November 14) night.

Nov 18, 2020, 13:12 PM IST

Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Shweta Singh Kirti thanks his fans for 'keeping Bhai in their prayers and hearts'

Last week, Shweta had urged people to celebrate Diwali as Sushant would, by sharing love and by kindling hope in the hearts of many.

Nov 17, 2020, 17:00 PM IST

BJP MP Rita Bahuguna Joshi's 6-year-old granddaugter dies after getting injured by firecrackers

BJP MP from Prayagraj, Rita Bahuguna Joshi's granddaughter was burnt to death by firecrackers on Diwali (November 14) night.

Nov 17, 2020, 11:05 AM IST

Air Pollution : Thick layer of toxic foam shrouds Yamuna in Delhi, Video went viral

A thick layer of toxic foam on the surface of Yamuna river seen at Kalindi Kunj in Delhi, see video.

Nov 16, 2020, 11:42 AM IST