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FDA suspends 43 food business licences across Maharashtra during Diwali inspectionsMaharashtra FDA took action during a special Diwali enforcement drive by suspending 43 food business licenses. Inspections were conducted a...
Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
Where to Place Diyas on Diwali? Check the Right Directions and Vastu Rules for Every RoomNot sure where to place diyas at home this Diwali? According to traditional Vastu guidelines, the north-east, east and north directions are...
Diwali 2026: Delhi Metro to commence services at 6 am on select routes; check new timings hereDelhi Metro has announced earlier train services on select lines for Diwali festivities. Trains on the Pink Line, Magenta Line, and Grey Li...
Amavasya November 2026: Kartik Amavasya Date, Tithi Timings, Pitru Tarpan Significance and RitualsKartik Amavasya 2026 will be observed on November 9, with the Amavasya Tithi beginning on November 8. The sacred occasion holds religious s...
Diwali 2026: What to Eat Tomorrow? Popular Sweets, Savoury Snacks and Regional DelicaciesDiwali celebrations in India are incomplete without traditional sweets and savoury snacks. From kaju katli, besan ladoo and gujiya to chakl...
Choti Diwali 2026: Check puja time, significance, importance and other key detailsNarak Chaturdashi tithi: Choti Diwali, observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik, commemorates Lord Krishn...
Why Do Bihari Households Make Noise Early Morning After Diwali? The Meaning Behind Dalidar BhagaoDalidar Bhagao is a lesser-known post-Diwali folk tradition observed in parts of Bihar, in which families symbolically drive away poverty a...
FDA suspends 105 food business licences, Blinkit, Zepto among them; orders closure of 7 outletsMaharashtra FDA has suspended the licences of 105 food outlets, including those linked to Blinkit and Zepto, and ordered seven establishmen...
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...
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...
Zero sugar, 28g protein: Mumbai nutritionist shares apple malpuas recipe for DiwaliIn a delightful collaboration, Mumbai nutritionist Vanshika Khurana partners with Bengaluru food influencer Adhya Subramanian to present a ...
Diwali 2026 hosting checklist: 7 things to prepare before guests arrive on festive day. From food and decorations to other essentialsPlanning to host family and friends this Diwali? From finalising the guest list and preparing a festive menu to arranging diyas, rangoli, r...
Happy Diwali 2026: 80+ best wishes, quotes, messages and greetings to share with loved onesHappy Diwali 2026 wishes: Diwali, the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. As families and...
Diwali Abroad 2026: How NRIs in the US, UK and Gulf Are Keeping Indian Traditions Alive Thousands of Miles From HomeDiwali 2026 is bringing Indian communities together across the US, UK and Gulf, with celebrations ranging from Times Square and London's Tr...
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...
Choti Diwali or Kali Chaudas? One Festival, Different Names—The Surprising Reason India Celebrates the Same Day DifferentlyWhy is Naraka Chaturdashi called Choti Diwali in North India and Kali Chaudas in Gujarat? The same day is also known as Roop Chaudas, Bhoot...
Are your freezers safe? Military commissary refrigeration cyberattack probe, French supermarkets systems crash raise fearsCyberattack latest: Refrigeration plays a critical role in the distribution of fresh food and the sabotage of cold storage facilities over ...
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 ...
FDA seizes nearly 9.5 tonnes of paneer, khoya ahead of Diwali in PuneThe FDA has seized approximately 9.5 tonnes of paneer and khoya in Pune before Diwali. This seizure is significant as demand for dairy prod...