President Murmu calls for eco-friendly, harmonious Diwali

Published 07 Nov 2026, 20:22 IST

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Washington, Nov 7 : US President Donald Trump received a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa during a Diwali celebration in the Oval Office on Friday (local time), according to entrepreneur Vishal Gondal, who said he presented the devotional text and prayed for friendship between India and America. “Honored…

— The Assam Tribune
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US President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali at the White House, lighting a diya at the Oval Office alongside Indian-American leaders, entrepreneurs and officials. Entrepreneur Vishal Gondal also gifted him a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa.

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President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to citizens in India and abroad on the eve of Diwali on Saturday. She urged the nation’s youth to actively contribute toward building a developed nation, Viksit Bharat, while staying rooted in traditional Indian values. In her official festival…

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The Hindu Center-Left Kasturi & Sons Ltd. 06 Nov 2026, 12:20 IST

Trump to participate in Deepavali celebration at White House

The celebrations are scheduled to be held at the Oval Office, continuing a tradition started by President George W Bush

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India TV Right Independent News Service 06 Nov 2026, 14:46 IST

Diwali lights up US Pacific Northwest, governors and mayors hail Indian-Americans | VIDEO

Diwali is a festival that is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm in India. But over the years, its popularity has grown beyond the country's borders, particularly in nations such as the United States, thanks to the contributions of the Indian-American community that highlights the bonhomie between…

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ABP Live Center-Right ABP Group 06 Nov 2026, 22:33 IST

Rahul Gandhi Hosts Diwali Meet: Congress Leaders Gather As Party Eyes 2029 Roadmap

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, hosted a Diwali get-together at his residence on Friday, bringing together several senior party leaders, chief ministers and heads of the party's various organisations. The event, described as a 'Diwali Mangal Milan', was…

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The Hans India Center 07 Nov 2026, 04:29 IST

Rahul Gandhi likely to attend Bharat Summit

Three-day international gathering at HITEX to bring delegates from around 100 countries

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India Today Center-Right Living Media India 07 Nov 2026, 08:43 IST

Trump's Diwali celebration ft diyas, Hanuman Chalisa; chef Vikas Khanna present

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The Morung Express Center 07 Nov 2026, 09:51 IST

Trump gets Hanuman Chalisa at White House Diwali

Washington, November 7 (IANS) US President Donald Trump received a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa during a Diwali celebration in the Oval Office on Friday (local time), according to entrepreneur Vishal Gondal, who said he presented the devotional text and prayed for friendship between India and…

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Livemint Center-Right HT Media Ltd. 07 Nov 2026, 10:16 IST

US President Donald Trump celebrates Diwali with Indian diaspora, CEOs; participates in diya-lighting ceremony | Details

US President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali at the White House, lighting a diya at the Oval Office alongside Indian-American leaders, entrepreneurs and officials. Entrepreneur Vishal Gondal also gifted him a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa.

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NDTV Center-Right Adani Group (AMG Media) 07 Nov 2026, 11:34 IST

Trump Celebrates Diwali With Indian-Americans, Gets Hanuman Chalisa As Gift

India's Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra was among those present at the Oval Office for the celebration. The tradition of having a Diwali celebration was started by President George W Bush in 2003.

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The Assam Tribune Center Assam Tribune Group 07 Nov 2026, 12:30 IST

Hanuman Chalisa gifted to Trump at White House diwali event

Washington, Nov 7 : US President Donald Trump received a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa during a Diwali celebration in the Oval Office on Friday (local time), according to entrepreneur Vishal Gondal, who said he presented the devotional text and prayed for friendship between India and America. “Honored…

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Hindustan Times Center HT Media 07 Nov 2026, 15:01 IST

‘Dil se Diwali’: From senators to mayors, US leaders join Diwali bash in six states and over 20 cities

From Idaho and Montana to Washington, Nebraska and North Dakota, officials hosted Diwali events and celebrated the festival with Indian Americans.

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The Tribune Center The Tribune Trust 07 Nov 2026, 20:08 IST

Diwali in Hindi cinema: A festival of few memorable moments but big box-office stakes

Diwali, the festival of lights, may be one of the biggest celebrations in India’s cultural calendar, but it has not enjoyed the same screen presence as Holi and Karwa Chauth in Hindi cinema, even though its theme of triumph of good over evil has inspired many film narratives. Festivals have often…

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The Avenue Mail Center The Avenue Mail Current article 07 Nov 2026, 20:22 IST

President Murmu calls for eco-friendly, harmonious Diwali

President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to citizens in India and abroad on the eve of Diwali on Saturday. She urged the nation’s youth to actively contribute toward building a developed nation, Viksit Bharat, while staying rooted in traditional Indian values. In her official festival…

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