Passengers climbing through train windows, some travelling in toilets, others waiting 12 hours in queues: Railway stations witness unprecedented Diwali-Chhath chaosRailway stations across Delhi, Mumbai, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Gujarat are witnessing massive crowds as passengers head home for Diwa...
09 Nov, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Longer Diwali breaks: companies give employees more time to celebrateMany companies are providing extended breaks for their employees during Diwali to promote well-being and family connections. Embassy Group ...
08 Nov, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Diwali 2026: From Ayodhya’s sea of diyas to Goa’s fiery Narkasurs, India celebrates the festival in splendourIndia celebrates Diwali on November 8 with spectacular displays of devotion and tradition, from lakhs of diyas illuminating Ayodhya’s Saryu...
08 Nov, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
Banks, schools, colleges and offices holiday tomorrow: What's open and what's closed on November 9, a day after Diwali; check latest announcementsNovember 9, 2026, will see different holiday arrangements across India following Diwali on Sunday. Gujarat and Tamil Nadu have announced ad...
08 Nov, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Russia, US extend Diwali wishes to people in India"Warm Diwali greetings to all our dear friends in India. light never diminishes by sharing; rather, it only increases. I believe that this ...
08 Nov, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
PM Modi celebrates Diwali with Bastar security forces, says India has overcome NaxalismPrime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel involved in anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. H...
08 Nov, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
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...
07 Nov, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Amid Ranbir Kapoor and Yash's Ramayana release, netizens share clips from Japanese filmmaker Yugo Sako's Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama. Where to watch the epic in India?Ramayana: Part 1 made waves on November 5, 2026, debuting during the Diwali festival and featuring a talented ensemble cast. Its success ha...
07 Nov, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
Winning at Diwali gifting: Ditch the mithai, bring on the blingDiwali is celebrated with vibrant decorations, festive gatherings, and traditional rituals in India this year. Businesses are experiencing ...
07 Nov, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
India Inc lights up Diwali with longer weekends, flexible work and extra pay for festive shiftsCompanies across India are making Diwali more employee-friendly through extended holidays, work-from-home options, practical gifts and work...
07 Nov, 2026, 06.58 AM 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
Diwali sweet nothings: Like soan papdi, the annual festival stock tip is admired, passed along, and almost never 'eaten'Diwali gifting traditions influence stock market trading strategies and recommendations across various brokerages during the festive season...
05 Nov, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
Railway platform ticket sales suspended at six stations across Delhi and Ghaziabad; check the full listRailway news: Northern Railway is implementing crowd-management measures at major railway stations in Delhi-NCR during the festive season. ...
05 Nov, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
School holiday today, November 5: Which states will remain closed? Check Diwali vacation, weather alerts and election-related updatesNovember school holidays: Schools in several states may remain closed on November 5 due to Diwali vacations, election-related holidays and ...
05 Nov, 2026, 12.25 AM IST
Diwali investment picks 2026: 10 fund managers reveal promising opportunities and risks to watchThis Diwali, investment experts advise a strategic approach focused on asset allocation rather than luring high-growth stocks. Sectors like...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
School holiday tomorrow, November 2: Will schools remain closed in Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra and other states?Parents and students are verifying whether schools will remain closed on November 2 due to upcoming festivals. Different states may begin D...
01 Nov, 2026, 10.58 PM IST
Bengaluru to Paris Flight costs Rs 25,838, less than Prayagraj at Rs 27,817 for Diwali? Viral fare comparison has internet dividedAs Diwali approaches, numerous Indians are grappling with steep airfare costs when returning home, sparking worries about travel expenses. ...
31 Oct, 2026, 08.07 PM IST