Diwali 2026 in Ayodhya: Date, Deepotsav Celebrations and Ram Mandir SignificanceDiwali 2026 in Ayodhya will be celebrated on November 8 with grand Deepotsav festivities and special prayers at the Ram Mandir. Discover th...
07 Nov, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
Choti Diwali 2026: November 7 or 8? Shubh Muhurat, Abhyang Snan Time and SignificanceChoti Diwali 2026, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, will be observed on November 8. The festival celebrates Lord Krishna's victory over de...
07 Nov, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Diwali Patakha from China: The world's fireworks capital is reinventing its centuries-old industryLiuyang in China's Hunan province is a significant hub for global fireworks production. The county supplies around 60% of the domestic fire...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
Choti Diwali in North vs South India: 5 Traditions That Will Surprise You, From Ganga Snanam to Evening DiyasChoti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, is celebrated with strikingly different customs across India. While many North Indian famil...
06 Nov, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
Why Is an Owl Considered Lucky on Diwali? The Surprising Connection With Goddess LakshmiThe owl holds an unusual place in Hindu tradition. Known as the vahana or vehicle of Goddess Lakshmi, it is associated with wealth, prosper...
06 Nov, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
Diwali 2026: You can't control outdoor air pollution, but 6 things you can do to improve indoor air quality during Diwali firecracker season without an air purifierDiwali festivities, while joyous, often contribute to heightened air pollution from firecrackers and outdoor emissions. To combat indoor ai...
06 Nov, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Happy polluted Diwali! Get ready for severe air pollution as AQI monitoring agency sounds warning this yearDelhi AQI News: Get ready for severely polluted Delhi this year as the national capital is likely to face severe air pollution this year, w...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
Raj Thackeray's MNS cancels Dipotsav in Mumbai over drought, urges restraint during DiwaliMaharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray announced the cancellation of Dipotsav this year to address the severe drought. He urged the...
04 Nov, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Green crackers: Where can you buy them in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida and Ghaziabad? How to identify if it is real or polluting cracker?Green crackers list: Green crackers are low-emission fireworks developed to reduce air and noise pollution compared with conventional firec...
03 Nov, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
SC flags sale of firecrackers despite restrictions, asks Centre to ensure complianceThe Supreme Court of India has called for strict enforcement of firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR. This decision follows a report revea...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
Bombay HC slams row over Dia Mirza's Diwali video, directs BMC to re-upload clipThe Bombay High Court expressed discontent over the removal of Dia Mirza's video promoting an eco-friendly Diwali. This decision came after...
03 Nov, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Diwali firecracker curbs: SC sets two time periods for fireworks, bans bursting near hospitalsThe Supreme Court has permitted the use of green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR for Diwali on specific dates. Firecrackers must not be used near...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
BMC takes down actor Dia Mirza's pollution-free Diwali video after BJP leader's objectionThe Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation removed a video featuring Dia Mirza promoting an eco-friendly Diwali. This decision followed objecti...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Dia Mirza's Diwali video row explained: Why BMC deleted Bollywood actress' pollution-free videoDia Mirza recently faced controversy after her Diwali video message was reportedly removed by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. The v...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026: November 8 or 9? Check Abhyanga Snan Muhurat and Krishna's Victory Over NarakasuraNaraka Chaturdashi 2026 will be observed on Sunday, November 8. The Abhyanga Snan muhurat in New Delhi is from 5:41 AM to 6:38 AM. Also kno...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
Not inclined to completely ban firecrackers, says SC; stresses implementation of ordersThe Supreme Court expressed reluctance in imposing a complete ban on firecrackers during a recent hearing. The bench indicated that effecti...
29 Oct, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Bengal warns of strict action for firecracker norms violations, urges people to exercise restraintThe West Bengal government is initiating strict measures against firecracker violations during Kali Puja and Diwali. Authorities emphasize ...
29 Oct, 2026, 02.33 PM IST