Diwali: News

04 Nov 2021

Health & Wellness

Need a post-Diwali detox plan? Follow these effective tips

Festivals are always special but this is also the time when we do not pay much attention to our health and gorge on sweets and other such delicious high-calorie foods.

03 Nov 2021

Delhi

Delhi's air quality becomes 'very poor'; will it get worse?

The air quality in Delhi plunged to the "very poor" category for the first time this season on Tuesday.

03 Nov 2021

Health & Wellness

Here's how you can make Diwali enjoyable for your pets

Everyone loves Diwali but it can be a nerve-racking time for your pets due to the firecrackers and extreme pollution.

02 Nov 2021

Skincare

Follow these tips to get glowing skin this Diwali

We all love to look our best during the festive season and to achieve it, your skincare should assume the maximum importance.

30 Oct 2021

Delhi

Firecracker ban: What are the rules in different states?

The festive season is here and so is the annual debate about the use of firecrackers around this time.

25 Oct 2021

Food

Let us celebrate the festival of lights with healthy foods

What's the first thing that comes to your mind after hearing the word "Diwali"?

24 Oct 2021

Union Health Ministry

No gatherings, online shopping: Centre's COVID-19 advisory during festive season

The central government on Saturday directed states to ensure that COVID-19 precautions are followed during the festive season.

21 Oct 2021

Home Decor

5 Diwali decoration must-haves for your home

Half of the festivals this year swished away just in a blink but here we are, preparing for one of the biggest ones, Diwali!

20 Oct 2021

Uttar Pradesh

UP government plans Diwali melas amid COVID-19 concerns

Despite concerns about a COVID-19 threat during the festive season, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to hold week-long Diwali melas (fairs) in all cities across the state.

18 Oct 2021

Health & Wellness

Follow these tips to manage your diabetes this Diwali

The countdown to Diwali starts right after Dussehra and this is when we start cleaning our homes, gifting our loved ones, making sweets, and whatnot.

13 Oct 2021

Lifestyle

Unique gift ideas to brighten this Diwali a bit more

Diwali is one of the biggest festivals in India, one where we gather with all our loved ones to celebrate and hope for a year filled with abundant happiness.

25 Sep 2021

OPPO

OPPO Reno6 Pro Diwali Edition's launch confirmed for September 27

OPPO is gearing up to host the "#AskOPPO Festive Launch Show" in India on September 27, wherein the company will announce the Reno6 Pro 5G Diwali Edition, the F19s model, and the Enco Buds in a new Blue color variant.

15 Sep 2021

Delhi

Delhi announces complete ban on firecrackers ahead of Diwali

The Delhi government Wednesday announced a complete ban on the storage, sale, and use of firecrackers ahead of the festival of Diwali.

14 Aug 2021

Rajinikanth

Abhimanyu Singh joins the cast of Rajinikanth-starrer 'Annaatthe'

Actor Abhimanyu Singh is set to feature in megastar Rajinikanth's upcoming movie Annaatthe, the production banner Sun Pictures announced on Saturday.

02 Jul 2021

Durga Puja

Bengali film producers announce release dates of seven movies

With the gradual easing of curbs on shootings and improvement in the COVID-19 situation, big-time Bengali film producers have announced release dates of seven films, three of them during the Durga Puja festival and one during Christmas.

30 Nov 2020

Narendra Modi

India giving befitting reply to anti-national forces: Modi in Varanasi

India is giving a befitting reply to anti-national forces within and outside of the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

25 Nov 2020

Yogi Adityanath

Ayodhya's airport to carry Lord Ram's name after Cabinet approval

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday cleared a proposal to name the airport in Ayodhya as the Maryada Purushottam Sri Ram Airport, in honor of the Hindu deity.

21 Nov 2020

X

YouTube channel adds 'sindoor' to Anushka's pictures; Netizens furious

A YouTube channel has come under fire for adding "sindoor" to actor Anushka Sharma's pictures.

19 Nov 2020

X

Kangana Ranaut slams IPS officer for her statement on firecrackers

Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has slammed IPS officer D Roopa Moudgil over her controversial statement on bursting firecrackers.

15 Nov 2020

Air Pollution

Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' as people defy firecracker ban

Pollution levels in Delhi and its neighboring areas spiked as several celebrated the festival of Diwali on Saturday night.

14 Nov 2020

Air Pollution

Delhi's air quality could turn 'severe' on Diwali night

Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' on Saturday morning and is likely to turn 'severe' by night due to calm winds and emissions from firecrackers, government agencies reported.

14 Nov 2020

Rajasthan

PM Modi reaches Jaisalmer's Longewala to celebrate Diwali with soldiers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning arrived in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer to celebrate Diwali with soldiers at the Longewala post, keeping up with his tradition of celebrating the festival of lights with the armed forces.

14 Nov 2020

Narendra Modi

PM Modi could celebrate Diwali with soldiers in Jaisalmer

Despite the raging coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate Diwali with soldiers — a practice he started in 2014 when he was first elected to the office. As per reports, PM Modi will visit the border area in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer to ring in the festival with the brave men guarding the borders.

12 Nov 2020

Islam

Diwali 2020: Five countries that love celebrating Diwali

The much-awaited festival of lights, Diwali is just around the corner.

12 Nov 2020

India

Diwali 2020: Prominence of the five days of Diwali, explained

We Indians inherently have a thing for festivals and celebrations.

12 Nov 2020

India

Diwali 2020: 8 easy home decor ideas for Diwali

The much-awaited festival of lights, Diwali is just around the corner.

12 Nov 2020

India

Five healthy and delicious snacks for Diwali and Bhai Dooj

The festive season is at its peak.

YRF to re-release popular blockbusters this Diwali

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has joined hands with multiplex chains PVR Cinemas, INOX and Cinepolis to re-release some of its iconic blockbusters on the big screen this Diwali.

09 Nov 2020

Air Pollution

NCR: Total ban on firecrackers from midnight till November 30

Considering the rising air pollution levels, the National Green Tribunal on Monday imposed a total ban on the sale or usage of all kinds of firecrackers in NCR, which engulfs entire Delhi, parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Haryana, till November 30.

08 Nov 2020

Nissan

Ahead of Indian launch, prices of Nissan Magnite SUV leaked

Japanese automaker Nissan will launch its Magnite SUV in India soon after Diwali.

06 Nov 2020

Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi: Rs. 1 lakh fine on bursting or selling firecrackers

Bursting or selling firecrackers in the national capital this season could invite a fine of up to Rs. 1 lakh, Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Friday.

Delhi bans firecrackers before Diwali to control pollution, COVID-19 spread

Delhi has banned firecrackers in a bid to control the spread of air pollution in the national capital, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Thursday.

05 Nov 2020

Benelli

Special deals on Benelli Imperiale 400 motorbike this Diwali

Italian automaker Benelli has announced a limited-period "Diwali Sparkle Offer" on its Imperiale 400 motorbike in India.

30 Oct 2020

Puri

Centre extends cap on domestic airfare till February 24

The lower and upper limits on fares for domestic air travel will remain in place for another three months, till February 24, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday.

29 Oct 2020

Air Pollution

Delhi's air quality worsens to 'severe'; thick smog envelops capital

The air quality in Delhi fell into the 'severe' category on Thursday as residents awoke to a thick smog blanketing the national capital.

28 Oct 2020

India

Offers on TVS Jupiter scooter to boost sales this Diwali

In a bid to boost sales this festive season, TVS Motor Company is offering noteworthy deals on its Jupiter scooter in India.

25 Oct 2020

Xiaomi

Diwali with Mi: Offers on Mi 10 on Amazon, Mi.com

Xiaomi India's festive season special sale, "Diwali with Mi," is currently on and the company is offering huge discounts on its smartphones.

22 Oct 2020

Nissan

Nissan Magnite SUV to be launched in India after Diwali

Nissan Magnite, the much-awaited rival to the Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue, will be launched in India after Diwali this year, according to Times Drive.

13 Oct 2020

Royal Enfield

Royal Enfield Meteor 350's launch delayed; now expected after Diwali

Royal Enfield has once again delayed the launch of its Meteor 350 motorcycle in India. The much-awaited cruiser is now expected to be announced after Diwali.