What to know about Diwali, the Festival of Lights
Diwali, also called Deepavali, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists in India and around the world. People mark the holiday by decorating their homes, gathering with families and of course, eating sweets. Key Points
CNNDiwali gifting made easier with Amazon Great Indian Festival limited time deals: Get home decor, electronics, and more
Celebrate Diwali with ease through the Amazon Great Indian Festival's limited-time deals. Explore a wide range of gifting options, including stunning home decor, the latest electronics, and much more, all designed to make your festive shopping enjoyable and convenient. Key Points
mintInside Lilly Singh's lavish Diwali party in LA with Nora Fatehi, Guru Randhawa
Lilly Singh hosted a Diwali party to remember this year. She was joined by Nora Fatehi, Ruby Rose, Poorna Jagannathan, Terry Crews, Mindy Kaling at the bash. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesThis village in MP postponed Diwali by 10 days as it was clashing with voting week
The tribal community in this village celebrates Diwali differently from others. The date of the festival is determined by the village elders based on the 'tithi' and it usually falls on a Friday every year. The elders had initially decided to hold the Diwali puja on November 17, but it has been postponed due to the voting day. Key Points
Economic TimesShah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan attend Arpita Khan Sharma's Diwali bash. Watch
Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan celebrated Diwali at Arpita Khan's party. Videos of the actors from the star-studded bash are viral. | Bollywood Key Points
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Kareena, Saif continue to struggle with family pic; Alia, Ranbir pack on the PDA
Alia Bhatt celebrated Diwali with Raha Kapoor and Shaheen Bhatt. Kangana Ranaut had a great time with her family. Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan posted photos. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhy Diwali isn't as big in Bollywood films as Holi, Karwa Chauth are
Lack of consent during Holi and the bond of husband and wife during Karwa Chauth have given Bollywood a bigger canvas for drama. Diwali just isn't filmy enough. Key Points
ThePrintAyodhya is where Lord Ram is, but for me temple is where our security forces stand guard: PM Modi in HP's Lepcha
'It is said that Ayodhya is where Lord Ram is, but for me, festival is where our security forces are...I have not celebrated any Diwali for the last 30-35 years when I was not with you people...' said PM Modi Key Points
FirstpostIndian cricketers celebrate Diwali ahead of Netherlands showdown in Bengaluru
India will take on Netherlands today at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on November 12. Ahead of the match, the Men in Blue celebrated Diwali at team hotel in Bengaluru. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesDiwali 2023: How PM Modi has celebrated the festival with soldiers since 2014
Since 2014, PM Narendra Modi has been visiting military facilities to celebrate Diwali. This year, Modi visited Lepcha in Himachal Pradesh. | Latest News India Key Points
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Shilpa Shetty's Diwali bash: Kriti Sanon, Tamannaah Bhatia-Vijay Varma to Bhumi Pednekar and others; who wore what
Shilpa Shetty hosted a grand Diwali party last night, attended by Kriti Sanon, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vijay Varma, Bhumi Pednekar and others. See who wore what. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesEdelweiss MF’s Radhika Gupta suggests ‘longer festive break’ on Diwali
Edelweiss MF CEO Radhika Gupta took to X to share a post on the Diwali holidays. Her tweet sparked a discussion among netizens. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesLights will guide you home: Charles Assisi on the spirit of Diwali
It’s ironic that smog now defines a festival of light over darkness. Fireworks, after all, are only a few centuries old, while Diwali goes back millennia. Key Points
Hindustan Times‘…maybe a week’: Edelweiss MF's Radhika Gupta compares Diwali break in India with Christmas-New Year holidays in West
‘In years like this one when Diwali falls on a weekend, there is one day off. Many of us travel to be with families across the country, sometimes far and wide,’ Radhika Gupta said. Key Points
mintSave big with deals, discounts, cashback: 6 ways you can maximise savings during Diwali shopping
Diwali 2023: Make a budget before going on your festive purchasing spree. A precise budget will help you to understand how much you can spend comfortably without going over your budget. Festive offers and deals for Diwali 2023 have been launched by a number of banks. You can check to see if your bank is giving any deals and discounts on the item you intend to purchase whether you shop in person or online. Here are other money-saving tips for your Diwali shopping this year. Key Points
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Happy Choti Diwali 2023: Check shubh muhurat, pooja timings for Naraka Chaturdashi
Happy Choti Diwali 2023: Choti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, is celebrated a day before Diwali. This year, both Diwali and Choti Diwali fall on November 12th. The most significant ritual is the Abhyang Snan, or Narak Chaturdashi. Key Points
mintHappy Chhoti Diwali 2023: Wishes, images, messages, quotes, SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook Status for Naraka Chaturdashi
Chhoti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi is on November 12 this year. Check out best wishes, images, messages, quotes, SMS and more to send to your loved ones. Key Points
Hindustan TimesNifty likely to hit 24,000-25,000 by next Diwali, says Vinit Bolinjkar of Ventura; advises adding 10% gold to portfolio
Vinit Bolinjkar, Head of Research, Ventura Securities, sees the Nifty around 24,000-25,000 by next Diwali, which implies a 24-29 percent upside. A decent allocation of 10 percent of the portfolio in gold provides stability, he advised investors. Key Points
mintCanada Post issues new stamp to mark arrival of Diwali
This is the fifth year that Canada Post has marked Diwali by issuing a special stamp for the festival. The first time was in 2017. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesDiwali 2023 calendar and muhurat: Full details of 5 days of Deepawali
The five days of Diwali, starting from November 10, include Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj. Here's everything you need to know. Key Points
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Mouni Roy, Disha Patani, Alaya F and others stun at Diwali party. Who wore what
From Mouni Roy to Disha Patani, Bollywood celebrities attended a star-studded Diwali party, showcasing their stunning ethnic outfits. Check out who wore what. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesDisha Patani, Mouni Roy deck up in sarees as they attend Diwali bash in style
Mouni Roy, Disha Patani, Huma Qureshi, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sunny Leone and many other celebs got together for a Diwali celebrations. Check out photos. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesKamala Harris celebrates early Diwali at her residence; says the world is facing a 'difficult and dark mom
US Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated Diwali, emphasizing its significance during challenging times, acknowledging the Israel-Hamas conflict. She expressed support for Israel's defense, humanitarian aid to Gaza, distinction between Palestinians and Hamas, and affirmed the right to Palestinian self-determination. Key Points
Economic TimesIsrael Hamas Conflict: Why did Rupi Kaur reject invitation from Biden administration for Diwali celebratio
Canadian poet Rupi Kaur has rejected the invitation for a Diwali celebration at the White House by the Biden administration. She has cited the ongoing Israel Hamas conflict as the reason for not attending the event. Key Points
Economic TimesNew mom Swara Bhasker talks about not attending Diwali parties this year
Swara Bhasker has so many feelings about missing out on Diwali parties this year. She even shared throwbacks of her glamorous Diwali looks. | Bollywood Key Points
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Hottest fashion trends for Diwali 2023: Sequins, pantsuits, jewel tones and more
From the ever-glamorous sequins to the empowering allure of pantsuits, this year's Diwali fashion is all about celebrating in style. Check out latest trends. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesHoteliers seeing extraordinary spike in bookings from Delhi-NCR as residents look to take a break from tox
Traditionally, Indians stay at home for the festivities; however, residents seem to be travelling to avoid deteriorating air quality. There has been a sharp increase in bookings for the Diwali weekend from the Delhi NCR region, said Amit Damani, co-founder of villa and bungalow rental company StayVista. Key Points
Economic TimesDiwali long weekend trips 2023: Where to go for a memorable celebration
Diwali 2023 long weekends are the perfect opportunity for a short break. Here's a list of getaways that can be seamlessly woven into your Diwali celebrations. | Travel Key Points
Hindustan TimesDiwali delicacies: 4 delectable homemade pet treats for your fur babies
Treat your furry companions to some homemade delights this Diwali. Here are four tasty pet treat recipes to make their festival special. Key Points
Hindustan TimesDiwali 2023:-The significance of the 'festival of lights'
Diwali is a word derived from 'deep' meaning light and 'avali' meaning row. The festival holds immense cultural and spiritual significance for millions of people globally. Key Points
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Diwali 2023 date and time: When is Deepavali? Know shubh muhurat
Diwali falls in November this year. Know the correct date, time, shubh muhurat, and more about the Festival Of Lights, Deepavali. Key Points
Hindustan Times'Diwali is more than just a holiday,’ says NYC mayor Eric Adams in his Diwali message
He said this while speaking at the annual Diwali celebration hosted at his New York residence, Gracie Mansion. He further urged everyone to support the effort to eradicate the darkness consuming the world and causing the deaths of innocent people. Key Points
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