Delhi wakes up to post-Diwali smog as AQI crosses 440, several areas record 'severe' pollution levels; Burari worst hitDelhi experienced a sharp decline in air quality on Monday morning following Diwali celebrations. Multiple monitoring stations reported Air...
09 Nov, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
Post-Diwali Cleaning: How to Remove Diya Oil, Candle Wax and Rangoli Stains Without Damaging Your HomeDiwali celebrations may be over, but leftover diya oil, burnt wicks, candle wax, rangoli powder and festive decorations can make post-festi...
08 Nov, 2026, 07.50 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
Delhi AQI today: National capital wakes up to toxic air on Diwali, over 24 stations record AQI over 400; check IMD's weather forecast and moreDelhi weather news: Delhi continues to face very poor air quality with an AQI of 384 recorded on Diwali morning. Several monitoring station...
08 Nov, 2026, 08.06 AM IST
Diwali 2026: Today! Lakshmi Puja Muhurat, Dhanteras, Govardhan Puja And Bhai Dooj - Check Complete 5-Day Festival CalendarDiwali 2026 will be celebrated today, November 8, with Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja, diya lighting and festive rituals across India. Check the auspi...
08 Nov, 2026, 07.32 AM IST
The big sleep, a Diwali eye-closer: For someone who thinks sleeping is for losers, a 24-hr Kumbhakarnian stretch can be a magnificent snooze-festThe author plans to sleep the entire day and night during Diwali festivities. They critique societal perceptions of sleep as unproductive a...
07 Nov, 2026, 11.02 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
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
Dhanteras 2026 what to buy and what's not: Gold, silver, namak, dhaniya, 6 auspicious items you can buy on Dhantrayodashi and dos and dont't for prosperity and make Lord Kuber happyDhanteras 2026 will take place on November 6, kicking off the vibrant Diwali celebrations. As part of this tradition, many individuals inve...
06 Nov, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
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...
05 Nov, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
13 Diyas of Dhanteras: Which Lamp Goes at the Entrance, Tulsi Plant and Home Temple and What It Symbolises?Dhanteras is a cherished celebration where families illuminate their homes with 13 diyas, each representing different blessings such as hea...
03 Nov, 2026, 02.04 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
Halt water supply to construction projects, raise aid for drought-hit farmers: NCP (SP) to govtNCP (SP) leaders are urging the Maharashtra government to prioritize water supply for farmers amid severe drought. They demand an increase ...
25 Oct, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
For Delhi's air, nip pollutants in the budDelhi government's new initiative involves private sector and startups to deploy pollution-reducing technologies in high-pollution areas. P...
23 Oct, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs night-time cleaning in colonies, markets ahead of DiwaliDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed officials to intensify cleanliness drives across the national capital ahead of Diwali and oth...
22 Oct, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Mizoram targets 5–7% tourism share in GSDP by 2047, opens new investment pathwaysMizoram plans to enhance tourism's contribution to its economy by leveraging cultural and natural assets. The government is executing touri...
14 Oct, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
Delhi winter pollution could be worse this year: 47 farm fires already recorded, Super El Nino, late Diwali and delayed harvesting likely to complicate thingsDelhi’s winter air pollution could face added pressure this year as stubble-burning season begins, with 47 farm fires already recorded acro...
24 Sep, 2026, 04.35 PM IST