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Diwali celebrations coincide with worsening air. Here’s how to stay safer
BENGALURU, India: For people across South Asia, especially in northern India, Diwali celebrations coincide with the return of hazardous winter air, raising concerns about how to celebrate safely. Winter also brings severe smog to parts of Pakistan and China, where warmer air can act as a lid…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends warm Diwali greetings to citizens, urging everyone to spread positivity and work towards building a Viksit Bharat.
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…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday conveyed Diwali greetings to people and said the festival celebrates the eternal victory of light over darkness, goodness over evil and hope over despair. Modi hoped that this festive season inspires everyone to spread kindness, embrace positivity…
In his festive message, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s rich traditions and called for renewed energy, determination and togetherness
New Delhi, Nov 07: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday conveyed Diwali greetings to people and said the festival celebrates the eternal victory of light over darkness, goodness over evil and hope over despair. Modi hoped that this festive season inspires everyone to spread kindness, embrace…
The Diwali celebrations at the White House reportedly began with US President Donald Trump lighting a diya in the Oval Office.
The high-profile gathering brought together prominent members of the Indian diaspora to celebrate the festival of lights inside the executive office of the US President
Marking Diwali celebrations at the White House, Indian tech entrepreneur Vishal Gondal met United States President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, participating in a ceremonial diya-lighting and gifting him a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa.
Three-day international gathering at HITEX to bring delegates from around 100 countries
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.
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…
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…
The celebrations are scheduled to be held at the Oval Office, continuing a tradition started by President George W Bush
New Delhi, Nov 6 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended heartfelt greetings to citizens on the occasion of Dhanteras, wishing everyone prosperity, happiness, peace and good health. Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister prayed for the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari and…
Produced by Terribly Tiny Tales and directed by Ritesh Menon, Diwali Diwali uses the festival to put across an interesting idea: what happens when your attempt to make life easier for your loved ones results in their discomfiture.
