New Delhi [India], November 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to people on the occasion of Diwali and wished for the festival to bring "happiness, prosperity and good fortune."
Trichy (Tamil Nadu) [India], November 4 (ANI): Deputy Secretary of Tamil Nadu's Trichy district's Rajinikanth fan club, Karnan has been selling dosa for Rs 1 at his eatery as a token of prayer for actor Rajinikanth's movie 'Annaatthe' which is scheduled to be released on Diwali.
Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], November 4 (ANI): On the eve of Diwali, the people of Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur lit up diyas (earthen lamps) in memory of martyrs during 'Ek Diya Shaheedon Ke Naam' remembrance event.
New Delhi [India], November 4 (ANI): Ahead of the Diwali festival, security arrangements and night patrolling have been tightened in various parts of the national capital.
New Delhi [India], November 4 (ANI): In view of the increasing rush of passengers for Diwali, the Indian Railways to avoid overcrowding at the railway station, is running special trains and has also added extra coaches to the regular trains to make it convenient to travel.
Washington [US], November 4 (ANI): Congresswoman Carolyn B Mahoney announced introducing a bill in US Congress, legislation that would make Diwali a nationally recognized federal holiday.
New Delhi [India], November 4 (ANI): As a precautionary measure, Delhi's Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) hospital has set up a dedicated ward of ten beds for burn injuries in view of Diwali celebrations.
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], November 4 (ANI): Adorned with dazzling and vibrant lights across the city, Kolkata gears up for Diwali and Kali Puja celebrations.
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], November 4 (ANI): The city of Hyderabad is gearing up for the Sadar festival, a carnival of buffaloes held every year day after Diwali.