Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha slammed Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other National Conference (NC) leaders for not attending the Union Territory (UT) Foundation Day celebrations on Thursday.
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti shared heartfelt wishes for Diwali in a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), celebrating the Festival of Lights and honouring the contributions of Indian Americans.
Whether it's an ordinary day or any special occasion, Kareena Kapoor's love for Kaftan is never-ending. On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, she posted an inspiring picture of herself from her vacation diaries.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Thursday spoke about Delhi pollution and preparations that the Delhi government would be following post Diwali.
People in South Indian states on Thursday celebrated the festival of Diwali by bursting crackers thronging temples and having family gatherings. Political leaders and celebrities wished people on this occasion.
With festive spirit around, firework displays, feasts and prayers taking over the celebratory zeal of Diwali, the people of Panaji in Goa burned the effigy of the demon Narakasura.
The Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple administration has issued a safety advisory ahead of Diwali celebrations, requesting the public to refrain from setting off fireworks and hazardous materials near the temple premises.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel is set to celebrate Diwali in a unique and 'compassionate way' this year by joining beneficiary families of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in Gandhinagar
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Thursday extended his Diwali wishes to people in the state. CM Vishnu Dev Sai will be celebrating the festivities with his family at his residence in Bagiya Village, Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh.
Leaders and diplomats from across the globe, including President Droupadi Murmu, and ambassadors from nations like Norway, Russia, Australia, Japan, the UK, and the US, extended their Diwali greetings to India, showcasing the festival's significance beyond borders.
Priest of the temple, Mahesh Sharma told ANI, "Following the tradition, Diwali festival was celebrated here during the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakal temple. As part of the rituals, a holy bath of Lord Mahakal was performed with Panchamrit, which includes milk, curd, ghee, sugar and honey. Fruit ju
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar wished all citizens of 'Bharat' a joyous Diwali, underlining the festival's importance as a celebration of light overcoming darkness and a call for unity and righteousness.