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Gold and silver sales on Dhanteras were almost on a par with last year's figures in terms of volume, and more than a 25% higher in value owing to the steep appreciation, belying apprehensions of a sluggishness due to record prices. Gold and silver sales on Dhanteras were almost on a par with last year's figures in terms of volume, and more than a 25% higher in value owing to the steep appreciation, belying apprehensions of a sluggishness due to record prices. Industry executives said the deman ...Read More >
While most of India worships Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity during Diwali, Bengal celebrates Kali Puja to honor the fierce Goddess of power and protection. Here's why the two traditions differ and how both represent light triumphing over darkness.India's diversity often shines brightest during its festivals, and Diwali is a perfect example of that. While homes across North India glow with diyas for Goddess Lakshmi, Bengal's night sky fills with chants of "Jai Maa Kali." The difference lies not i ...Read More >
Banks in many states are closed today on Monday (October 20, 2025) to celebrate Diwali (Diwali 2025), also known as Deepavali, Naraka Chaturdashi and Kali Puja. Income Tax Guide Income Tax Slabs FY 2025-26Income Tax Calculator 2025New Income Tax Bill 2025 In India, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks observe public holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays. While the first, third and the fifth (in some cases) will be a working Saturday for banks unless specified in the RBI holiday calenda ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 20: Apple CEO Tim Cook on Monday extended Diwali greetings to millions of people celebrating the festival of lights across the world, along with sharing am image taken by an Indian photographer with the new iPhone 17 Pro Max. Cook posted a 'stunning' Diwali picture clicked by Mumbai-based photographer Apeksha Makar on X social media platform. "Wishing a joyful and healthy Diwali to all celebrating around the world! Thanks to Apeksha Maker for sharing this stunning photo taken ...Read More >
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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 20 (ANI): Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, wished the citizens on the occasion of Kali Puja. "May Maa Kali bless you with the courage to face all the challenges and overcome all the hurdles in your life. Warm wishes to you and your family on the auspicious occasion of Kali Puja," the BJP leader wrote on X. Earlier, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated Kali Puja pandals in Agartala. On the eve of the celebration ...Read More >
CUTTACK: Just like Durga Puja, Kali Puja in Cuttack city is celebrated with traditional pomp and gaiety with around 75 puja committees erecting the idols of Goddess Kali at their pandals. Sources said the budget for the festival ranges from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh per puja committee. Of the total 75 committees, 34 have come up with silver tableau and several of them have decorated the Mother Goddess with massive gold and silver jewellery. Of all the puja committees, Bakhrabad Loka Mandala puja ...Read More >
Diwali 2025 arrives on Monday, October 20. This festival of lights signifies good triumphing over evil. Devotees will perform Lakshmi Puja on this day for prosperity. The most auspicious time for this ritual is between 7:08 PM and 8:18 PM. This period aligns with Sthir Lagna, ensuring stability and wealth. Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is the most celebrated Hindu festival, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The festival fills homes with the glow of diyas, the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 19: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) expects festive sales to exceed Rs 5 lakh crore during this year's Diwali shopping boom as GST rate cuts have led to a sharp increase in demand. CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said that, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for "Swadeshi" (local products), the organisation has resolved to celebrate this year as "Swadeshi Indian Diwali". Under this initiative, the CAIT launched a nationwide campaign titled "B ...Read More >
Although she enjoyed unprecedented success as a leading lady in Bollywood, Parveen Babi's personal life was tumultuous due to her battling several mental health issues. For a while, Parveen was in a relationship with actor Kabir Bedi. In a chat with Siddharth Kannan, Bedi's daughter Pooja reminisced about her interaction with the 'Deewaar' star. Pooja stated that she met Parveen several times as a child. "We used to go to her home. She was very lovely and warm," she recalled. She then went on ...Read More >
Kerala Lottery Result: Apart from weekly lotteries, the state of Kerala, also brings opportunity to their citizens for participating in its seasonal lotteries, which are periodical but offer hefty winning amount greater than Rs 1 crore. This month, Kerala declared Onam Thiruvonam Bumper results which offered Rs 25 crore as first prize. The next seasonal lottery is Pooja Bumper which will be announced after Diwali in November. The state department has given key updates for of the Pooja Bumper Lot ...Read More >
Kolkata: Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari's convoy got attacked at least at seven places on Sunday while he was about to attend Kali Puja festivities at south 24 parganas. Talking to the media, Adhikari alleged that 'Illegal Bangladeshi Muslims' attacked his convoy with the help of Trinamool Congress (TMC) Zila Parishad Member Rekha Gazi. "In south 24 parganas the oppositions are not allowed to vote and now it is evident that the Hindus cannot perform puja here. Illegal Bangladesh Muslims ...Read More >
Kolkata, October 19: Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday faced protests from a section of people at Raidighi in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. People banged their hands on the car he was travelling in and shouted slogans against him when he was travelling in the district to inaugurate Kali Puja. The incident comes a day after the convoy of BJP Darjeeling MP Raju Bista was attacked in North Bengal by miscreants and weeks after the serious attack on BJ ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 19 (ANI): Assam is gearing up to celebrate Diwali and Kali Puja festival, and many organisers have decided to dedicate this year's Kali Puja and Diwali to noted singer Zubeen Garg who drowned in Singapore on September 19, a day before he was supposed to perform at the Northeast India Festival. His mortal remains were first flown to Delhi and later taken to Guwahati on September 21 by flight. Also Read | Parineeti Chopra Admitted to Delhi Hospital Ahead of Deli ...Read More >
Dhanteras trade in India is expected to surge past Rs 1 lakh crore. Gold and silver sales alone could reach over Rs 60,000 crore nationwide. Consumers bought gold, silver, utensils, electronics, and vehicles. Delhi's bullion markets saw a 25 percent rise in sales compared to last year. Reductions in GST rates and the 'Swadeshi Aapnao' campaign boosted festive trade. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has estimated that trade across India on the occasion of Dhanteras is expected to cr ...Read More >
Parineeti Chopra thanked 'mama' Alia Bhatt for sending her a special pregnancy hamper. Alia Bhatt has shared a good bond with Parineeti Chopra as many years ago, both actresses made their debuts around the same time. Now, as Parineeti Chopra is about to embrace motherhood, Alia, who is already a mother, has sent a special gift to the mom-to-be. Parineeti took to Instagram to share Alia's gift and thank her. Parineeti shared on her Instagram Story that Alia had sent her a hamper from her brand, ...Read More >
KARUR: TVK has transferred 20 lakh each as relief to the families of the 41 people who lost their lives in the stampede during party founder Vijay's public rally at Velusamypuram in Karur on Sept 27.In a statement, the party said the relief amount has been deposited in the bank accounts of 38 families in five districts. Tamil Nadu govt has already provided 10 lakh each as compensation to the families. Vijay would visit the families as soon as permission is granted by authorities, it said.The sta ...Read More >
SHILLONG, Oct 18: In a disturbing development ahead of the Kali Puja festival, a heap of earth was dumped on the footpath in front of Matri Mandir at Polo, causing concern among devotees and the temple authorities. Such disruption during fetsivities is being seen as completely unacceptable. According to general secretary of the Central Puja Committee (CPC), AM Paul, the dumping was carried out by workers from the Telecom department, as reported by the Secretary of Matri Mandir. The presence o ...Read More >
Varanasi, Oct 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the holy city of Varanasi, idols of Lord Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi are in high demand ahead of Diwali. What makes these idols special is that they are crafted from the sacred soil of the Ganga, enhancing their purity and religious significance. This year, the 'stick idols' are particularly popular, attracting customers with their unique craftsmanship and decorative appeal. The fame of these traditional and beautifully made idols has spread far beyond Uttar ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 : Dhanteras marked the onset of Diwali festivities across India on Saturday, with bustling ... New Delhi [India], October 18 : Dhanteras marked the onset of Diwali festivities across India on Saturday, with bustling markets and enthusiastic buyers flocking to purchase gold, silver, utensils, and other auspicious items. Despite soaring gold prices, consumer enthusiasm remained high, providing a festive boost to local economies nationwide. Jewellery shops and market ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Dhanteras marked the onset of Diwali festivities across India on Saturday, with bustling markets and enthusiastic buyers flocking to purchase gold, silver, utensils, and other auspicious items. Despite soaring gold prices, consumer enthusiasm remained high, providing a festive boost to local economies nationwide. Jewellery shops and markets in states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Odish ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Dhanteras marked the onset of Diwali festivities across India on Saturday, with bustling markets and enthusiastic buyers flocking to purchase gold, silver, utensils, and other auspicious items. Despite soaring gold prices, consumer enthusiasm remained high, providing a festive boost to local economies nationwide. Jewellery shops and markets in states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Odish ...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 >
AHMEDABAD: Less than 24 hours after the oath-taking, Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel's 3.0 cabinet has begun work with symbolic rituals and strategic portfolio allocations. On Dhanteras, in a blend of religion, power, and politics, 11 ministers including Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi and Rivaba Jadeja, wife of Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, took charge, underlining both continuity and new optics within the BJP's governing machinery. The spotlight, unsurprisingly, was on two faces -- Harsh S ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 18 (ANI): As the five-day Diwali festivities began with Dhanteras, gold and silver shops in Jaipur saw heavy footfalls on Saturday. From traditional gold ornaments to silver coins and idols, shoppers thronged the city's famous sarafa lanes and high-end jewellery showrooms to make their auspicious purchases. In Hindu tradition, buying gold or silver on Dhanteras is considered highly auspicious. It is believed that bringing these metals home invites Goddess Lak ...Read More >
Pathanamthitta (Kerala) [India], October 18 (ANI): Prasad E.D. has been selected as the new Melsanthi (chief priest) of the Sabarimala Temple, while Manu Namboothiri M.G has been chosen as the Melsanthi of Malikappuram Temple, according to the Travancore Devaswom Board release. The announcement came after the arrest of Unnikrishnan Potti, the prime accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the Kerala High Court. Potti has been remanded to po ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has estimated that trade across India on the occasion of Dhanteras is expected to cross Rs 1 lakh crore, with gold and silver sales alone exceeding Rs 60,000 crore nationwide. The trade body said that each festival in India carries its own special significance, but Dhanteras holds a unique and auspicious place. Also Read | Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Premier League 2025-26 Free Live Streaming Online: How To Wat ...Read More >
It's an extremely rare interview that was months in the making. Channel 2's Karyn Greer sat down one-on-one with Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian. As Georgia's largest non-government employer, Delta has an impact on our entire state. This year, the company is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Greer spoke with Bastian about Delta's legacy, the company's challenges, and what's ahead. Delta's impact on Georgia "It really is a very, very great time for the airline business. And Delta is leading ...Read More >
Pathanamthitta: E D Prasad from Chalakudy has been selected as the new Melsanthi (chief priest) of the Sabarimala temple. The selection was made through the traditional draw of lots held at Sannidhanam around 8 am on Saturday. Prasad, a member of the Erannoor Mana in Chalakudy, is currently serving as the Melsanthi of the Areshwaram Sree Dharma Sastha Temple. The draw for the Sabarimala Melsanthi was conducted by Kashyap Varma of the Pandalam royal family. He is the son of Shailendra Varma from ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 18 (ANI): Ayodhya is readying itself for this year's Deepotsav, with 2.8 million lamps set to illuminate 56 ghats, creating a spectacular visual along the Sarayu River, as per an official statement. Approximately 33,000 volunteers, including students, teachers, and residents, are working tirelessly to decorate the ghats. A major attraction this year will be a 32-foot-tall Pushpak Viman at Ram Ki Paidi, showcasing scenes from the Ramayana and giving visi ...Read More >
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