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Diwali 2019
DIWALI 2019 NEWS
Memes about #Smog and #DelhiChokes trend as air quality in Delhi and NCR remains poor
October 31, 2019 12:25 pm
Centre for Science and Environment(CSE) report on Tuesday showed that fireworks on Diwali night played an “overwhelming” role in the rapid deterioration of air quality in Delhi-NCR
Light and Life
October 29, 2019 3:58 pm
On Diwali, readings of the Ramayana show us the light, and warn us against darkness. Listen, first, to Sita in Dandakaranya, counselling Rama.
Happy Bhai Dooj 2019: Wishes Images, Status, Quotes, Wallpapers, Messages, and Greetings
October 19, 2020 5:25 pm
Happy Bhai Dooj 2019 (Bhaiya Dooj 2018) Wishes Images, Wallpapers, Pics, Quotes, Status, SMS, Messages, Photos: The occasion falls on the last day of the five day-long Diwali celebrations and is being celebrated on October 29.
Diwali effect: After noisy Sunday night, Kolkata wakes up to polluted Monday
October 29, 2019 11:53 am
The state PCB said it received 140 complaints of the bursting of high-decibel firecrackers from Kolkata and its neighbouring areas on Sunday night.
Feeling guilty about indulging in sweets this Diwali? Experts suggest easy ways to shed the calories
October 28, 2019 4:17 pm
Since Diwali sweets are mostly made up of milk and milk products, maida and sugar in high amounts, it is good to keep a check on consumption of refined products after the festivities are over.
Kejriwal: Delhi burst fewer firecrackers, air quality after Diwali best in 5 years
October 28, 2019 3:40 pm
Kejriwal said while Delhiites had "worked hard to tackle pollution", the capital's neighbouring areas seem to have burst firecrackers in large numbers.
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli give us our favourite Diwali looks in these Sabyasachi ensembles
October 28, 2019 11:21 am
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli were recently spotted together and they stunned. Sharma was seen in a quintessential Sabyasachi Mukherjee lehenga but the minaret motifs really stood out this time.
Is the post-Diwali air pollution harming your skin? Here's what you can do
October 28, 2019 10:36 am
The air being heavy and polluted with particulate matter is almost impossible to breathe. Especially if you are living in Delhi, you must be aware of the pollution level that shoot ups after Diwali.
Day after Diwali: Delhi's air quality 'very poor', but improves hugely from last year
October 28, 2019 3:01 pm
Across North India, AQI in various cities remained in the "poor" to "very poor" category.
Govardhan Puja 2019: Puja Timings, History, Importance and Significance of Govardhan Puja
October 28, 2019 3:56 pm
Govardhan Puja 2019: Annakut Puja is held a day after Diwali in the month of Kartik.
DIWALI 2019 PHOTOS
Lights, cricket, family: Men in Blue light it up on Diwali
October 29, 2019 8:15 am
From Virat Kohli to his Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane, to veterans Zaheer Khan and Harbhajan Singh — one and all were in the festive mood on Sunday celebrating the festival of lights, Diwali.
From Saif Ali Khan to Sidharth Malhotra: Bollywood actors who aced traditional wear this Diwali
October 28, 2019 2:04 pm
The festive season is all about donning ethnic wear — something Bollywood celebrities pulled off with style. Take a look at the pictures for some outfit inspiration for men. Because, why not?
Diwali 2019: Sara Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, Taapsee Pannu ace their outfits
October 27, 2019 4:17 pm
In case you are looking for some fashion inspiration this Diwali, take a look at these celebrities shining bright at Diwali parties.
Akshardham temple in Gandhinagar bedecked with diyas on Diwali eve
October 27, 2019 11:45 am
The five-day celebrations of Diwali began with Dhanteras on Friday and end with Bhai Dooj on Tuesday. On the third day, people come together to celebrate Diwali.
Happy Diwali 2019 Wishes Images, Photos: Wish you and your loved ones a very happy Diwali
October 26, 2019 7:27 pm
Happy Diwali 2019 Wishes Images, Pics, Photos, Wallpapers, Quotes, Status: The countdown for the festival of lights has begun. Today is Choti Diwali, or ‘Naraka Chaturdashi’. As per Hindu beliefs, it is the day before Diwali, when a powerful demon named Narakasura was killed by Goddess Kali. On this joyous occasion, therefore, here’s a gallery of good vibes and wishes for you and your loved ones.
Diwali 2019: Here is how India is gearing up for the festival of lights
October 25, 2019 12:09 pm
The streets, markets, offices, and homes are all decked up for the biggest festival of the year. Here are some pictures that depict festive vibes across the country.
Lighting up your Diwali: Witness the art of making diyas
October 23, 2019 10:03 am
While the cost of making diyas has gone up, the demand for these earthen lamps spikes during Diwali when people prefer to light up their homes with diyas, candles and electric lights.
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