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Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], October 20 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Monday extended warm Diwali greetings to the people of the state, wishing them happiness, prosperity, and divine blessings on the occasion of the festival of lights. In his festive message shared on X, Chhattisgarh CM said, "Heartfelt Diwali greetings to all the residents of the state." CM Sai invoked the blessings of deities, adding, "May the blessings of Lord Shri Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi, and Godd ...Read More >

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday greeted the nation on the occasion of Diwali and hoped that the festival of lights will 'illuminate' the lives of the countrymen with 'harmony' and 'happiness'. "Greetings on the occasion of Diwali," he posted on X (previously Twitter). "May this festival of lights illuminate our lives with harmony, happiness and prosperity. May the spirit of positivity prevail all around us." President Droupadi Murmu also extended her wishes to the people of India and th ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 20 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended Diwali greetings to the nation. Sharing an X post, President Murmu urged everyone to support the deprived and the needy, and celebrate the festival safely and in an environment-friendly manner. President Murmu wrote, "On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both in India and across the world." "This festival of joy is also an occasion for self-reflecti ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 19 (ANI): As Diwali approaches, preparations are in full swing across the country, with homes adorned with flowers, diyas, and colourful rangolis. Actress Shilpa Shetty and her sister Shamita Shetty are no exception, as they get into the festive spirit by decorating their home with beautiful rangoli designs. Also Read | Sunny Deol Birthday 2025: Bobby Deol Says 'Love You Bhaiya' As His Elder Brother Turns a Year Older (See Post). On the eve of Diwali, the ...Read More >

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 19 (ANI): As Diwali approaches, preparations are in full swing across the country, with homes adorned with flowers, diyas, and colourful rangolis. Actress Shilpa Shetty and her sister Shamita Shetty are no exception, as they get into the festive spirit by decorating their home with beautiful rangoli designs. On the eve of Diwali, the 'Dhadkan' star took to Instagram and shared a video, giving a sneak peek into her rangoli creation at her home. "In the vid ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): President of India Droupadi Murmu and Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday extended greetings to the nation on the eve of Diwali, wishing joy, prosperity, and peace to all citizens in India and abroad. According to a release from the President's Secretariat, President Murmu conveyed her warm wishes and spoke about the significance of the festival in India's cultural and spiritual life. "On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greeti ...Read More >

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 19 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a scathing attack on the Congress and Samajwadi Party (SP) during his address at the Deepotsav-2025 event organised in Shri Ayodhya Dham, accusing them of undermining India's eternal faith and obstructing the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Speaking ahead of the ninth edition of Deepotsav, the Chief Minister emphasised the cultural and spiritual significance of the festival, describing it as a cel ...Read More >

Vrindavan: A sealed room, known as the Toshkhana, of the Shri Banke Bihari Temple was opened after 54 years by a Supreme Court-appointed high-powered committee on Saturday. Committee members entered the room, and carried out an inventory before locking the doors once again. A 'tijori' (safe), two boxes, a 'çhatra' (cover), wooden structures and utensils were found in the room after the four-hour search, Hindustan Times has reported. The safe or the boxes were not opened. Sandeep Singh, circle ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi on Sunday extended Diwali wishes for India and said that the Embassy of Japan hosted a special celebratory Diwali lunch party Ono also shared visuals of the celebration. In a post on X, Ono said, "The Embassy of Japan in India held a wonderful Diwali lunch party to celebrate the Festival of Lights. We extend warm wishes to everyone for a joyful and prosperous Diwali. May the light of Diwali bring hope, and positivity ...Read More >

Thiruvananthapuram: Judicial first class magistrate court in Ranni on Friday remanded Unnikrishnan Potti, the key accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, to the custody of the special investigation team (SIT) until Oct 30.Potti, who was taken into custody on Thursday from his residence at Pulimath, was subjected to several hours of interrogation at the crime branch headquarters in Eanchakkal before being formally arrested early Friday morning -- marking the first arrest in the case. He was la ...Read More >
Tirumala: The annual Pushpayagam will be performed with religious fervour at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple, Tirumala on October 30. As part of this, Ankurarpanam will be conducted on October 29 between 8 pm and 9 pm. On the day of Pushpayagam, after the Second Archana, Second Bell and Naivedyam, the processional deities Sri Malayappa Swamy along with His consorts Sri Devi and Bhu Devi will be taken to the Kalyana Mandapam at the Sampangi Prakaram, where Snapana Tirumanjanam will be performed. ...Read More >

The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister added that the festivals and celebrations should be observed in a peaceful and harmonious manner. With just a few days left for the Diwali celebrations, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday issued a warning to the miscreants, stating that if anyone tries to disrupt the joy and enthusiasm of the festival, they will be placed behind the bars without any delay. "If anyone tries to disrupt the joy and enthusiasm of this festival, the bars of th ...Read More >

MUMBAI: Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant on Saturday launched a blistering attack on the Mahayuti government comprising BJP, Shiv Sena and NCP, accusing it of "insulting gods, deities and great icons" by allowing corporate brands to prefix the names of metro stations dedicated to them. "When did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj become 'Kotak'? Has Siddhivinayak now been sold to 'Lombard'?" Sawant asked at a press conference, taking aim at what he called the BJP's new form of "corporate Hindutva". ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said that the entire city will celebrate the festival of Diwali together and hoped that this festival would bring a smile to the faces of the people of Delhi. Speaking to reporters during the celebrations of Deepotsav at Kartavya Path, the Delhi CM said, "Diwali is not just a festival but a symbol of devotion for us. Lord Ram returning to his home and the triumph of good over evil continues to inspire us. The enti ...Read More >
Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on October 21, 2025. This day honors Lord Krishna's victory over Indra. It is also known as Annakut Puja. Food made from cereals and vegetables is offered to Lord Krishna. In Maharashtra, it is observed as Bali Pratipada, marking Lord Vishnu's victory over King Bali. The festival often coincides with the Gujarati New Year. As the festive season continues after Diwali, devotees across the world prepare to celebrate Govardhan Puja -- the day Lord Krishna lifted t ...Read More >

Mumbai, Oct 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Congress party on Saturday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) have, for years, misused religion, national identity and hollow nationalism for political power and now they have gone further to open a market for gods, deities and icons, trading the pride and identity of the people in the name of corporate Hindutva. The state party spokesman, Sachin Sawant, told reporters that "The BJP's Hindutva has now becom ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Saturday announced revised train timings for Diwali, with early morning services on the eve of the festival and curtailed operations on the night of Diwali. As per the announcement, on the eve of Diwali, Sunday (October 19), metro services on the Pink, Magenta, and Grey lines will commence at 6 am instead of the usual 7 am, which is the standard start time for Sundays. The change has been implemented to accommodate ...Read More >

Himachal Pradesh high court on Tuesday issued an order prohibiting the use of donations made to Hindu temples for government schemes and unrelated public works. The court further directed that the funds must be spent strictly for the propagation of Hindu religion and dharmic purposes. "Every rupee of temple funds must be used for the temple's religious purpose or dharmic charity. It cannot be treated like general revenue for the State or general public exchequer," read the order of Division Be ...Read More >

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], October 18 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday extended his greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of Dhanteras. In a tweet on X, he said, "Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the auspicious festival of Dhanteras. I pray to Lord Dhanvantari that this festival brings happiness, prosperity, and well-being into all your lives, and that the light of health and auspiciousness always ...Read More >

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 18 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday extended heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on Dhanteras, wishing them happiness, prosperity, and good health. Highlighting that the festival represents both Dharma and Artha in India's eternal Hindu tradition, CM Yogi noted that it also marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari and expressed hope for Uttar Pradesh's economic growth. In a post on X, UP CMO wrote, "UPCM @ ...Read More >
CJI Gavai NEW DELHI: Days after an advocate hurled a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, Punjab Police on Wednesday registered several FIRs over objectionable social media post targeting Gavai.According to Punjab Police, the FIRs were registered after several complaints were received in various districts of the state against more than 100 social media handles.A Punjab Police spokesperson said social media content relating to attacks on high constitutional authority, caste-based vilification ...Read More >

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints' lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya's emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city's blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Also Read | PM Narendra ...Read More >

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 8 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday unveiled statues of South Indian music saints Tyagaraja Swamigal, Purandaradasa, and Arunachal Kavi at Brihaspati Kund in Tedhi Bazaar. UP CM praised the saints lifelong devotion to Lord Ram and highlighted Ayodhya emergence as a hub of spiritual and cultural renaissance, noting the city blend of devotion, artistry, and meticulously maintained heritage sites. Addressing the gathering, Yo ...Read More >

NEW DELHI: CM Rekha Gupta on Sunday said the government is fully committed to supporting the Prajapati (Kumhar) community in every possible way. Speaking at the Prajapati (Kumhar) Mahakumbh, organised by the National Prajapati Federation at Adarsh Ramlila Ground in Narela, the Chief Minister assured that her government will continue to work for the welfare, education, skill development, and empowerment of the Prajapati community. Interacting with community representatives and artisans, the Chi ...Read More >

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], October 3 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday met Mahamandaleshwar Swami Yatindranand Giri Maharaj at the Chief Minister's residence in Dehradun. During the meeting, the two held detailed discussions on various spiritual, social, and national interest issues. Also Read | Mizoram: Lengpui Airport Halts Operations As Potholes Spotted on Runway, 4 Flights Cancelled. Welcoming Mahamandaleshwar Swami Yatindranand Giri Maharaj, Chief Minis ...Read More >
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Thursday inaugurated the first cultural evening of the week-long international Kullu Dussehra festival at Lal Chand Prarthi Kala Kendra, Kullu.The governor emphasised that district administration should give priority to local artists during such festivals, as their performances are of national standards. "Providing a platform to Himachali artists will not only encourage their talent but also ensure the preservation of our rich cultural heri ...Read More >

A revered religious festival in Devaragattu in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district descended into deadly violence on Thursday night, resulting in the deaths of two devotees and injuring over a hundred others. The annual Banni festival, a ritualistic stick fight, erupted into a lethal clash between rival groups vying for control of sacred idols. The chaos began at midnight as a procession carrying the deities of Mala Malleswara Swamy and Goddess Parvati was underway. Wielding long staffs, thousan ...Read More >

Kurnool, October 3: Two persons were killed and more than 100 were injured in the traditional fight with sticks during the Dussehra celebrations in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district. Like every year, two groups attacked each other with sticks during Devaragattu Banni Utsav held as part of celebrations at Deveragattu village in Holagonda 'mandal' (block) late on Thursday night. Eighteen people received grievous injuries. The injured were admitted to hospitals at Adoni and Alur, and the condition ...Read More >

Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two persons were killed and more than 100 were injured in the traditional fight with sticks during the Dussehra celebrations in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district. Like every year, two groups attacked each other with sticks during Devaragattu Banni Utsav held as part of celebrations at Deveragattu village in Holagonda 'mandal' (block) late on Thursday night. Eighteen people received grievous injuries. The injured were admitted to hospitals at Ado ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], September 29: This Diwali, OyeGifts, a leading name in the gifting industry, brings to you exceptional express Diwali hampers that are truly a celebration of tradition and that of thoughtful gifting. The inclusion of fresh flowers amidst gifts for the season of lights, is a careful blend of convention with that of modern elegance for the matter. The brand's new collection of Gift Hampers for the upcoming festival is to present an assortment of traditional sweets, colourful flo ...Read More >
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