Diwali
- Offbeat
Internet ‘bullies’ man into putting up lights for Diwali, reel viral
Diwali brings sweets, firecrackers and gatherings- but all this is preceded by cleaning, lighting and many other preparations, which can drain the best of us. While most of us only have to…
- Andhra Pradesh
Andhra CM announces Diwali bonanza for govt employees, including DA
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced a set of benefits for government employees as part of the Diwali bonanza, including release of one Dearness Allowance from November 1.…
- India
No Diwali in ‘cursed’ Sammoo village of Himachal Pradesh
Hamirpur: A sati’s curse means the Sammoo village of Hamirpur district will not celebrate Diwali even this year, a tradition it has followed for many centuries. The deliberate darkening on the day…
- Lifestyle
Diwali 2025: Best bazaars and expos to visit in Hyderabad
As the festival of lights draws near, Hyderabad transforms into a glittering paradise where shopping meets celebration. The city’s streets, malls, and open-air fairs are now buzzing with Diwali spirit from diyas…
- Offbeat
Dubai homes, harbours glitter with Diwali cheer
The celebratory spirit of Diwali has swept up Dubai– from decked-up homes to dazzling firework shows- social media is filled with people getting nostalgic while experiencing the festival of lights in a…
- Hyderabad
Ahead of Deepawali, GHMC raids 27 sweet shops in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation’s food safety wing inspected 27 sweet shops in the city ahead of Deepawali and uncovered major violations of hygiene and protocols. Officials observed a lack of…
- World
New Zealand Parliament celebrates Diwali
Auckland: The New Zealand Parliament hosted a vibrant Diwali celebration this week at the Banquet Hall, Parliament Buildings in Wellington. Organised by the Minister for Ethnic Communities, the event recognised the significance…
- India
SC permits sale, bursting of green crackers in Delhi-NCR on Diwali
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday permitted the sale and bursting of green crackers in Delhi-NCR for Diwali. Allowing the joint request of the Centre and Delhi government, a bench comprising…
- Hyderabad
Police bust mujra party at ‘Diwali get-together’ near Hyderabad
Hyderabad: The Rachakonda SOT raided a resort at Maheshwaram and busted a mujra party on Tuesday night. The police caught 20 women dance performers and 56 men during the ‘Diwali get together’…
- Lifestyle
Diwali holidays: 5 Gorgeous hill stations for Hyderabadis seeking calm
With the Diwali holidays around the corner, it’s the perfect time to plan a peaceful break away from the city noise. If you’re craving cool weather, green valleys, and scenic views, head…
- Top Stories
Diwali cleanup turns treasure hunt, family finds Rs 2 lakh in old Rs 2000 notes
What started as a routine Diwali cleaning chore turned into unexpectedly hitting a jackpot. Rahul Kumar, a Reddit user, shared a post on Saturday, revealing how a day of house cleaning led…
- Hyderabad
Schools in Hyderabad gear up for Diwali 2025 holidays
Hyderabad: Schools in Hyderabad are gearing up for the long weekend due to holidays in view of Diwali 2025. As per the Telangana government calendar, the holiday falls on Monday, October 20.…
- Hyderabad
Hyderabad police seize illegally stored firecrackers worth Rs 18 lakh
Hyderabad: Task force officials, along with Afzalgunj police, raided a godown in Siddamber Bazar, Osman Gunj road on Friday, October 10 and seized 100 boxes of firecrackers worth Rs 18 lakhs and…
- World
New Zealand Parliament to host 2025 Diwali Celebration with ethnic communities
Auckland: Mark Mitchell, Minister for Ethnic Communities, will host this year’s Diwali Celebration at Parliament on Monday, 13 October 2025, from 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm at the Banquet Hall, Parliament Buildings…
- Hyderabad
Cyberabad police direct firecracker sellers to obtain licenses by Oct 16
Hyderabad: The Cyberabad Police Commissionerate has directed all firecracker shop owners to obtain the mandatory license for sale from the deputy commissioner of police of their concerned zone on or before October…