Diwali
- 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…
- World
California designates Diwali as state holiday
New York: In a historic development for the Indian diaspora, California has designated Diwali as an official state holiday, becoming the third state in the US to officially recognise the Indian festival…
- Tollywood News
A gift from Rashmika Mandanna to Allu Arjun – see what she sent
Hyderabad: Telugu superstar Allu Arjun recently shared a sweet Diwali gift from his Pushpa co-star, Rashmika Mandanna, who plays Srivalli in the popular film. Known for their on-screen chemistry, Rashmika’s thoughtful gesture…
- News
‘What steps were taken?’, SC asks Delhi govt, police on Diwali cracker ban
New Delhi: Taking a strong exception to Delhi’s high pollution levels during Diwali, the Supreme Court on Monday sought to know from the Delhi government and the Delhi police commissioner about the…
- Hyderabad
Hyderabad faces surge in air pollution amid Diwali celebrations
Hyderabad: The city has recently experienced a significant deterioration in air quality, reaching alarming levels during the Diwali celebrations. Over the past 72 hours, the air quality in the city has deteriorated…
- News
Over 30 animals distressed due to heat, firecrackers rescued by wildlife group
Mumbai: More than 30 animals distressed due to heat and Diwali firecrackers have been rescued in the last 48 hours across Mumbai Metropolitan Region, an official said on Saturday. The Resqink Association…
