Diwali 2016

Delhi: Air quality report card two days after Diwali similar to last year

The Supreme Court ban on sale of firecrackers did not prevent people from lighting sparklers, rockets and loud Diwali "bombs" though the volume was lower than previous years.

Oct 22, 2017, 10:57 AM IST

Diwali crackers: At least 78 burn injuries reported in Delhi

Several cases of burn injuries were reported at various city hospital on Diwali while there was a slight rise in the number of people affected by allergy- related complications.

Oct 31, 2016, 20:36 PM IST

Sanjay Dutt, Bipasha Basu attend Bachchan family's Diwali Bash

The Bachchans are known for their glittery Diwali parties. Every year, a long list of stars visits their residence to make the auspicious festival more special.

Oct 31, 2016, 12:49 PM IST

Badabadua Daka: Thousands throng Jagannath temple for ancestor worship ritual

As Indians celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights on Sunday, thousands of people gathered at Jagannath temple in Puri to pay obeisance to their ancestors through the unique ritual known as "Badabadua Daka".

Oct 31, 2016, 10:43 AM IST

Salman Khan's Diwali celebrations will make you go green with envy

Well, it wouldn't be wrong to say that Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's Diwali celebrations were 'too much fun'. In reports are to be believed, the 50-year-old actor, along with his family, made the most of this special day at a luxurious location in Goa.

Oct 31, 2016, 10:02 AM IST

Rs 5,500 cr paid as first OROP installment: PM

The first installment of nearly Rs 5,500 crore has been paid for implementing the OROP scheme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said while asserting that he has "fulfilled the promise" he made to ex-servicemen on the issue that has been hanging fire for the last 40 years.

Oct 30, 2016, 17:12 PM IST

Avoid indoor pollution with these 5 tricks!

According to reports, the pollution levels ahead of Diwali have skyrocketed to a hazardous range and this has taken health concerns to the top of the list of priorities.

Oct 29, 2016, 23:19 PM IST

Here's how West Bengal celebrates Kali puja!

Bengal celebrates Kali Puja!

Oct 29, 2016, 20:30 PM IST

Food rules to keep in mind in the festive season!

Diwali, the festival of lights, which is believed to bring joy and happiness and take away sorrows is around the corner.

Oct 29, 2016, 14:58 PM IST

Diwali 2016: Brighten the festival of lights by sending these WhatsApp messages, SMS to friends, family

Check out Top 10 WhatsApp text messages to send to your loved ones this Diwali!

Oct 29, 2016, 14:14 PM IST

Diwali special: Keep your kids safe on festival of lights

Although Diwali is a festival of beaming lights, mouth-watering sweets, lots of fun activities, and firecrackers, it is also a time when a little negligence on your part can cause mishappening.

Oct 29, 2016, 13:37 PM IST

Diwali 2016: These amazing gifts will definitely highlight your plush style

Diwali is not just a festival anymore, but more of an expression- an expression of lights, joy and the warmth of your loved ones.

Oct 29, 2016, 08:50 AM IST

Kali Puja 2016: Sudarsan Pattnaik’s sand art reflects the message of Swachh Bharat through Goddess’ sculpture

Odisha sand artist Sudarshan Pattnail paid tribute to Maa Kali on the occasion of Kali Puja with his sand art.

Oct 29, 2016, 07:33 AM IST

Railways’ Diwali gift: New superfast train between Ballia and Anand Vihar launched

Prabhu flagged off the train through video-conferencing from here in the presence of Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha and senior railway officials.

Oct 29, 2016, 07:05 AM IST

Diwali Lakshmi Pujan 2016: Timings, Tithi and Vidhi

This year, Lakshmi Pujan will be performed on October 30.

Oct 29, 2016, 03:31 AM IST

Naraka Chaturdashi 2016: Choti Diwali Abhyang Snan timings, Tithi and Vidhi

Naraka Chaturdashi falls on the fourteenth day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin according to Hindu calendar.

Oct 29, 2016, 02:55 AM IST

Diwali: Ban or no ban, spark goes missing from cracker sales

Ban on import and sale of Chinese crackers has had little or no effect on domestically-made ones as traders across major cities report poor business owing to anti-cracker campaign run by schools, resident welfare associations and others, Assocham said today.

Oct 28, 2016, 15:55 PM IST