Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya celebrated its first "Deepotsav" since the consecration of the Ram Temple, on Wednesday (Oct 30), with over 2.5 million diyas lit on the bank of River Saryu, creating a Guinness World Record.

Ayodhya's record-breaking Diwali: City lit up with 2.5mn diyas, drone and laser shows

The northern Indian city of Ayodhya is preparing for its first Diwali after consecration of Ram Temple. Ayodhya the birthplace of Shri Ram is set to Glow with joy and is set to Dazzle in Divine lights as three days of festivities begin today. Watch in for more details!

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New Delhi is beautifully adorned with diyas of various shapes and sizes, illuminating the city in celebration of Diwali. From traditional earthen lamps to innovative designs, these decorative lights can be seen in homes, markets, and public spaces, creating a vibrant festive atmosphere. The display not only reflects the rich cultural heritage of India but also symbolizes hope and positivity as the capital prepares for the auspicious festival.

Diwali: Diyas In Different Shapes and Sizes Adorn India's Capital

Diwali, the festival of lights is celebrated across India with great fervour and enthusiasm. WION tells you how people throng markets across Mumbai before Diwali.

Diwali 2024: People Throng Markets Across Mumbai For Diwali Festivities

As the Indian city of Ayodhya gears to set two Guinness World Records by lighting over 2.5 million diyas, Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and Faizabad's Member of Parliament (MP) Awadhesh Prasad said on Wednesday (Oct 30), that the city's administration didn't invite him to the Deepotsav event.

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As Diwali approaches, India is set to experience a vibrant surge in festive shopping, with projections estimating a remarkable turnover of $50.57 billion. Retailers across the country are bracing for an influx of consumers eager to purchase everything from traditional clothing and sweets to electronics and home decor. This annual shopping spree not only reflects the cultural significance of the festival but also highlights the resilience of the Indian economy as it continues to rebound from previous challenges. With attractive discounts and promotions, businesses are optimistic about achieving record sales during this auspicious period.

Diwali: India's Festive Shopping To Generate $50.57 Billion In Turnover

Former Delhi chief minister and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday asked the Delhi residents to refrain from busting firecrackers and light diyas on Diwali, noting that Diwali is a festival of lights and not firecrackers.

'Not doing a favour to anyone': Former Delhi CM Kejriwal urges people to not burst crackers on Diwali

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, brings people together each year to celebrate hope, joy, and new beginnings. This cherished festival sees millions around the world unite in illuminating their homes with diyas, sharing delicious meals, and honouring treasured traditions.

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Diwali 2024, celebrated as the Festival of Lights, symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

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Diwali celebrations begin around the world with colourful lights and festive fervor. Markets around India and the world decked up as shoppers throng for Diwali.

Diwali 2024: People Around the World Celebrate Diwali

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Tuesday, 29 October, sending Dhanteras and Diwali wishes to all Indians. He said that this year’s Diwali is significant as it will be the first time in 500 years that Lord Ram will celebrate Diwali in the newly constructed grand Ayodhya temple.

In Dhanteras greeting, PM Modi mentions ‘particularly special’ Diwali in Ayodhya

Dhanteras marks the beginning of the Diwali festival and holds deep cultural significance in Indian tradition. Celebrated by purchasing gold and silver, it symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and purity. The day is also associated with the worship of Lord Dhanvantari, the deity of health and well-being, emphasizing the importance of security and abundance in life.

Dhanteras: The Cultural Significance of Gold, Prosperity, Purity, and Security

In a special event celebrating Diwali, Muslim poets in Bikaner recited an Urdu version of the Ramayana, promoting goodwill and harmony. The Urdu Ramayan Vaachan, has been held for 12 years and features a version composed 89 years ago.

Diwali celebrations feature Muslim poets reciting Urdu version of Ramayana in Bikaner

Diwali celebrations begin around the world with colourful lights and festive fervor. Markets around India and the world decked up as shoppers throng for Diwali. Thousands pack London’s Trafalgar Square to mark festival of lights. Organisers estimate about 10,000 members of UK’s Asian population attended celebrations. Hundreds of dancers wearing multicoloured saris performed at Square event. Watch to know more!

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Delhi woke up to ‘very poor’ air quality on Monday (Oct 28), ahead of the Diwali week festivities. The national capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 264 at 6:00 am, though it was 90 points down from the previous day, still hazardous for health.

Delhi wakes up to 'very poor' air quality ahead of Diwali festivities despite firecracker ban

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Diwali is just around the corner, and in India, it is all about eating! It's the time of the year when we meet family and friends and consume varieties of festive sweets and snacks.

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Diwali is known as the festival of lights, but it is more joyful because we spend it with our family. While our grandparents' generation lovingly crafted homemade sweets like laddoos and gujias, today's generation often approaches these traditional delicacies with apprehension, weighed down by modern concerns of calorie counts and "festive weight gain”.

Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar tells us why to have Indian sweets this Diwali

The national capital New Delhi is once again in the grip of a toxic haze...with an AQI that has dipped to 354 being recorded at 8 am local time...Watch in for more details!

India: Delhi's Air Quality Plummets, Morning Smog Envelops The City

Dubai is gearing up for Diwali. The city is all set for fireworks, with shows at Al-Seef and the Global Village. As jewellers across the nation prepare to showcase their collections, it is also time to buy gold in the Gulf.

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In India, Diwali is just around the corner. And for air travellers, there's some good news. Average airfares on many domestic routes have dropped significantly compared to last year.

Airfares Drop By 25% On Domestic Routes For Diwali Travellers

Amid debates about toxic work culture and poor work-life balance, a Chennai-based company took a U-turn from all these issues and rewarded their employees in a unique way.

Chennai company gifts 28 cars, including Mercedes Benz, as Diwali gift to 'boost morale' of employees

This report explores India's consumer confidence as the festive season gets busier with some of the country's largest spending spikes expected soon. But can the spending boom support India's growing economy? Watch to know more.

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