Despite a blanket ban on fireworks in the national capital owing to runaway pollution and worsening air quality, revellers across the city engaged in bursting firecrackers with abandon on Diwali night.
US President Joe Biden extended his wishes on Diwali and said that the Diwali message of seeking the light of wisdom and love has helped his nation "emerge stronger".
Balochistan's caretaker minister for information, Jan Achakzai, said that social media has brought to light the disappearance of Haji Naseebullah Khan Achakzai from Baleli area.
With the festival of lights being celebrated with enthusiasm and excitement around the country, Bollywood celebrities are also expressing special Diwali greetings for their fans. Parineeti Chopra, Priyanka Chopra, Karan Johar, Kiara Advani, and Shahid Kapoor have all posted wishes for Diw
"I appeal to people in Delhi and nearby areas of Delhi. Diwali is a festival of diyas. Celebrate Diwali in a grand manner by lighting diyas but don't burst crackers and make it difficult for people to breathe because the festival is to spread happiness," Rai told ANI.
A team of soldiers from Mike Battalion reached Soni village where houses were decorated with lights and the troops were welcomed with Dhols and flowers. This was followed by an exchange of sweets and pleasantries.
"A special Diwali. Papa [?] and lots of pyaar from people who bring light into my life everyday.Have a great year,everyone. #happydiwali," Masaba wrote on Instagram.
As the festival of lights is here, Bollywood celebrities including Vicky Kaushal, Kriti Sanon, Bhumi Pednekar, Lara Dutta, Bobby Deol, Shilpa Shetty to many others extended their Diwali wishes to fans.