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Australian PM Albanese, Israel extend Diwali greetings, highlight triumph of light over darkness

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured senior BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani on the occasion of Advani’s 100th birthday, praising his political contributions. The BJP marked the milestone with havans and pujas at its New Delhi headquarters, where Modi hailed Advani’s legacy. Advani, who was born on 8 November 1927, has entered his 100th year. His daughter, Pratibha Advani, expressed immense happiness and gratitude, calling being his daughter the greatest blessing.

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    Happy Diwali 2026: 50+ heartfelt wishes, WhatsApp messages and greetings for friends and family

    — Mathrubhumi English

  • center · 4 outlets

    New Delhi [India], November 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country, wishing them happiness and prosperity. In a post on X, he wrote, “Diwali wishes to everyone! Boundless Diwali wishes to my family members across the country.” On Saturday…

    — Rising Kashmir

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    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to the people of the country, wishing them happiness, peace and prosperity. In a video message posted on X, the Prime Minister said the festival of lights symbolised India's resolve to fight darkness.

    — India TV

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday extended warm Diwali greetings to people celebrating the festival across the world, highlighting its enduring message of the triumph of light over darkness, hope, unity and new beginnings.

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    PM Modi greets nation on Diwali, to continue tradition of celebrating festival with jawans

    New Delhi [India], November 8 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country, wishing them happiness and prosperity. In a post on X, he wrote, “Diwali wishes to everyone! Boundless Diwali wishes to my family members across the country.” On Saturday…

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  13. The Tribune Center The Tribune Trust Current article

    Australian PM Albanese, Israel extend Diwali greetings, highlight triumph of light over darkness

    Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday extended warm Diwali greetings to people celebrating the festival across the world, highlighting its enduring message of the triumph of light over darkness, hope, unity and new beginnings.

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    Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' instigating people against Constitution and democracy: PM Modi

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    Armed Naxals Defeated, But Who Are The "Dimagi Naxals"?: PM Modi's Diwali speech at Bastar

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