Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 14: Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is more than just an occasion -- it's a feeling! Homes glow with diyas, sweets fill every corner, and the spirit of generosity brings people together. However, amid all the celebrations, many of us tend to go overboard
New Delhi [India], October 14: Diwali symbolizes Light in its myriad manifestations. The light around us, the light within us, the light of the prayers and the hopes of the world, the light of the earthen diyas on doorways, the light of family rituals, the light of festive feasting, the ligh
In a major breakthrough toward ending months of violence, the last 20 remaining hostages held in the Israel-Gaza conflict have been released, reuniting with their families after enduring what Former US President Joe Biden described as "unimaginable hell."
US President Donald Trump declined to comment on recognising a Palestinian state after signing the Gaza ceasefire deal, saying the focus is on rebuilding Gaza. Speaking aboard Air Force One, he said, "We'll have to see," while Egypt's President El-Sisi urged a two-state solution for lasting
US President Donald Trump on Monday responded to former President Bill Clinton's remarks praising his role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire, describing the acknowledgement as "very nice" while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said there are "no ties" between Islamabad and Kabul after Afghanistan's border attack that killed 23 Pakistani soldiers. He warned of renewed hostilities, accused Kabul of sheltering terrorists, and defended Pakistan's response, saying only militant
Former US President Bill Clinton welcomed the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, praising efforts by the US, Qatar, and regional actors. He urged both sides to turn the truce into lasting peace ensuring dignity and security for Palestinians and Israelis, saying it's possible "only if they do it toge
At the Gaza Peace Summit, US President Donald Trump called it a "monumental moment," stressing Gaza's reconstruction must focus on its people, not terror, and be demilitarised with a civilian police force. He pledged partnership for peace, saying, "There won't be World War III... not in the
Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh [MOS (KVS)] attended the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on October 13, as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
The heart of London lit up with colour, culture, and community spirit on Sunday as thousands gathered at Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali on the Square 2025, the UK capital's flagship Diwali celebration.
After more than two years of waiting, hoping, and grieving, Israel on Monday welcomed home the last of the 20 living hostages who had been held captive in Gaza since the brutal attacks of October 7, 2023.
Addressing world leaders during a peace summit in Egypt's Red Sea resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh, Trump celebrated the treaty as an answer to the prayers of millions and declared that peace in the region had at last been achieved.