India celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, alongside the auspicious Diwali festival, often referred to as the "Diwali of Gods." The twin celebrations highlight spiritual significance, with Sikhs marking Guru Nanak’s teachings of equality and devotion, while Hindus commemorate the victory of light over darkness.

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office, on Friday (Nov 15) apologised after facing criticism for serving meat and alcohol at its annual Diwali celebration at 10 Downing Street last month.

'Mistake,' UK PM office apologises after meat, alcohol served at Downing Street Diwali event

Given the declining air quality index and the dense haze that has engulfed the city since Wednesday, the Delhi government stated on Thursday that the third phase of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which aims to reduce air pollution, will take effect starting on Friday. Watch in for more details!

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Next Prime Minister Keir Starmer has landed in another controversy, and this time it's over holding Diwali celebrations at 10 Downing Street. Starmer is facing criticism after it was revealed that alcohol and meat were served at the party. Watch in for more details!

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This Diwali was a box office face-off between Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Ajay Devgn's Singham Again. While both the films have done impressive business at the box office, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is a few crores ahead of Rohit Shetty's actioner in this race.

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Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. A 32-year-old man lost his life after he sat on a box of firecrackers as part of a challenge which was given to him by his friends on the night of Diwali in the Indian city of Bengaluru.

Man gets killed after sitting on firecrackers in a friendly dare: Video

Wishes pour in on the auspicious festival of lights, one of the most important events in the Hindu calendar. Devotees light oil lamps and candles on the day to symbolise the triumph of good over evil. Diwali fever lights up markets as people step out with fervor and enthusiasm for festival. President Droupati Murmu, PM Narendra Modi Extend Diwali Greetings. Watch to know more!

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In India, gold is favoured over debt and equity options in terms of investment by many investors. It attracts even more attention during the Diwali celebrations because it is considered auspicious to invest in precious metals.

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Delhi becomes the world's most polluted city post Diwali, other nearby cities are affected. Relentless firecracker bursting during Diwali covers the Delhi-NCR in smog blanket. National capital defied the firecracker ban causing severe noise pollution and reduced visibility. City's air quality dropped to the ‘very poor’ category after heavy use of fireworks. Watch to know more!

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Indian Capital New Delhi was ranked Friday morning (Nov 1) the most polluted city in the world by IQAir, following Diwali celebrations on the night of Oct 31. The Swiss firm in its real-time pollution rankings put Delhi at the top, with air-quality index (AQI) reaching 388 at Anand Vihar station at 10am.

Delhi becomes world’s most-polluted city post Diwali; minister still congratulates residents

Following the Diwali festivities, Delhi has witnessed a dramatic decline in air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring into the severe category. Authorities are urging residents to take precautions as smog and pollution levels pose serious health risks.

Delhi's Air Quality Plummets to Severe Levels Post-Diwali

In 2024, Diwali is observed on two different dates, October 31 and November 1, due to the unique alignment of the lunar calendar. Indians are celebrating the festival of lights with parties, dinners, food and prayers. Watch this report for more details!

Diwali Dazzles: Homes Across India Sparkle with Joy and Light

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Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya celebrated its eighth edition of Deepotsav on Wednesday (Oct 30) ahead of Diwali, with over 2.5 million diyas (earthen lamps) lit together in the holy city.

Ayodhya set two Guinness World Records with 2.5 mn lit diyas and over 1000 people performing aarti together

As Diwali illuminates homes across India, there’s another source of light worth celebrating: India's journey from an economic underdog to a global powerhouse. Reflecting this story is the Sensex. Which has seen exponential growth since its humble beginnings in 1979 when it was valued at just 100. Today, it stands around 80,000, with expectations to reach a stellar 1,50,000 by 2029 -- offering a festive reminder of India’s journey as a rising economic star.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday celebrated Diwali with the personnel of the Border Security Force (BSF), Army, Navy and Air Force near the Indo-Pak border in Gujarat's Kutch district. Watch this report for more details!

PM Modi Celebrates Diwali With Border Troops in Gujarat

Pollution levels in Delhi spiked on Wednesday (October 30), a day before Diwali, bringing air quality back into the “very poor” category, raising concerns of worsening pollution during the festival when firecrackers are burst across Delhi-NCR.

Delhi’s air quality plunges to ‘very poor’ ahead of Diwali: Will firecrackers push it to ‘severe’ despite ban?

Dhanteras marked a significant uptick in gold sales this year, with approximately 20 to 22 Tonnes sold. This translates to around rupees 16,000 crore or 1.9 billion dollars.

Dhanteras Gold Sales Hit $1.9 BN Amid Strong Festive Demand

Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most significant celebrations in India, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. This year, Diwali falls on November 1, 2024, and along with the festivities, a special event known as Muhurat trading takes place. This tradition is rooted in the belief that trading during this auspicious hour can attract prosperity and success for the upcoming year.

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Ayodhya, the revered birthplace of Lord Ram, shines brilliantly during the Diwali season as the city is adorned with thousands of lights and decorations.

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Its not just a festival of lights today many parts of the country are also celebrating Halloween. Watch these visuals to know more.

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Three people died and 11 got injured in two firecracker-related accidents in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday (Oct 31). This comes amid the government asking people to not burn firecrackers.

Diwali 'onion bomb' tragedy; 3 dead in firecracker explosion in Andhra Pradesh

Since its debut in 1979, India's Sensex has experienced remarkable growth, evolving from a modest 100 points to significant highs. This rise reflects the country's economic transformation, market reforms, and increasing investor confidence. Key milestones include the liberalization of the economy in the 1990s and the tech boom in the early 2000s, contributing to the Sensex becoming a vital indicator of India's financial health and investor sentiment.

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