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Diwali Beyond Home: 5 Magical Places to Visit

Whether you want to watch thousands of lamps line a sacred waterway, walk around beautifully lit streets or learn more about how these regions celebrate this festival of lights, you’ll find a fresh way to celebrate by visiting one of these 5 spots in India. 1. Ayodhya - Witness The…

MyLifeXP · 2h ago

Want Your Child to Remember Diwali? These 5 Traditions Matter More Than Gifts

These little touches will help your little one form some lovely memories. They will also help them understand why we celebrate Diwali with our families. Here are 5 simple traditions you can follow to make diwali worth remembering. 1. Let them help light the Dyas. Teaching children the meaning of…

MyLifeXP · 3h ago

What the 5 Days of Diwali Teach Us About Life

Diwali is known for glowing diyas, sweets, new purchases, and the joyful return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya. But the festival carries stories that go far beyond one homecoming. From the appearance of Goddess Lakshmi in the Samudra Manthan tradition to Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill, each day is connected…

MyLifeXP · 6h ago

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6,200 special train trips for festive travel: Railways boosts services by 30% for Diwali, Chhath Puja; check Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Howrah & other routes

Northern Railway has planned over 6,200 special train trips for Diwali and Chhath Puja, a 30% increase from last year's 4,666 trips. The additional services aim to ease the festive rush on routes connecting Delhi and other northern cities with Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal. Extra ticket counters, staff…

The Economic Times · 7h ago

Smallcap mutual funds are best performing funds with up to 16% return since last Diwali. Will it last?

Small cap mutual funds have proven to be the top performers in the market, offering impressive returns as high as 16%. The Bank of India Small Cap Fund took the lead with a notable return of 15.51%. However, investment experts emphasize a cautious approach to valuations, despite an optimistic long-term…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

Want Shiny Hair for Diwali? 5 Habits to Start Before the Festival

Diwali preparation is often about getting ready, looking beautiful, and making yourself more beautiful, enjoying with your family, making sweets. So it's all the procedure that you enjoy in Diwali. So why not taking care of your hair as well? Because there's a lot of dust, there's a lot of…

MyLifeXP · Oct 26

If Lord Ram Returned to Ayodhya, Why Worship Lakshmi?

Every Diwali, millions of people light diyas to celebrate Lord Ram’s return to Ayodhya. Yet, when the evening puja begins, families also worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha. Why do these deities share the spotlight on a festival associated with Ram’s homecoming? The answer reveals a deeper message about prosperity,…

MyLifeXP · Oct 26

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5 ways to invest in gold this Dhanteras and Diwali: From jewellery and gold ETFs to digital gold

Gold purchasing sees a significant rise during Dhanteras and Diwali, celebrated for their cultural relevance. Investors can explore various avenues like physical gold, ETFs, and digital gold options.

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Lakhimpur Kheri violence: SC allows former minister's son Ashish Mishra to visit hometown on Diwali

Ashish Mishra, an accused in the Lakhimpur violence case, has been permitted to travel home for Diwali. The Supreme Court acknowledged the need for a timely conclusion to the ongoing trial. Ashish Mishra, who is currently out on bail, must return by October 16 as per court orders. In the…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Top 7 equity mutual funds deliver over 30% CAGR since last Diwali. Have you invested in any?

In the latest analysis by ETMutualFunds, the top seven equity mutual funds have recorded an impressive over 30% CAGR since last Diwali. Leading the pack, the Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund delivered an astonishing return of approximately 87.36%. Other noteworthy performers included ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF,…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Diwali travel rush: How to save on last-minute flight tickets and when to stop waiting for discounts

Waiting until the last minute in the hope of a sale can be costly. Airlines use dynamic pricing, and cheaper fares may disappear as more seats sell. If your dates are fixed, compare fares as early as possible and book when the price is reasonable for your budget. Set fare…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Traders urge Rahul Gandhi to defer INDIA bloc’s Nov 1 rally, say Rs 10,000 crore Diwali business at risk

Delhi's traders have urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc's upcoming rally scheduled for November 1. They argue that the rally could significantly disrupt business during the vital Diwali shopping season. The Chamber of Trade and Industry expressed concerns that operations could be affected due to road…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Want Glowing Skin This Diwali? 7 Things to Start Doing Now

The good news is that you do not need expensive facials or a shelf full of beauty products to support glowing skin. A consistent skincare routine, enough sleep, and a few everyday habits can help your skin look fresh and healthy this festive season. Here are seven simple skincare tips…

MyLifeXP · Oct 23

Dhanteras Is About More Than Money: The Forgotten Story of Lord Dhanvantari

Long before the festival became strongly associated with buying gold, Dhanteras was connected with Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician and a symbol of health and healing. His appearance is traditionally linked to one of Hindu mythology’s most famous stories, the Samudra Manthan, or churning of the cosmic ocean.So, why is…

MyLifeXP · Oct 23

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Does Goddess Lakshmi Really Visit Your Home on Diwali?

Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is one of the most celebrated festivals in Hinduism. Known as the festival of lights, it symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and hope over despair. Every year, families clean their homes, decorate entrances with rangoli, light earthen diyas, and perform…

MyLifeXP · Oct 22

What Diwali Sweets Actually Do to Your Skin (And What Helps)

The skin does not know it is a festival. It responds to what arrives in the bloodstream, and during Diwali, what arrives is a concentrated dose of sugar, refined carbohydrates, and in many cases, dairy. The breakout that appears two days after the celebrations is not a coincidence. It is…

MyLifeXP · Oct 22

How Diwali Celebrations Affect Your Mental Health, According to Science

There is a reason you feel different during Diwali, not just festive, but genuinely lighter. The shift is real, and it has less to do with the occasion and more to do with what the occasion asks your brain and body to do. Several of the things Diwali involves, gathering…

MyLifeXP · Oct 22

Is Your Child Feeling Overwhelmed During Diwali? Signs to Watch For

Diwali is built for joy, and most children genuinely love it. But the same things that make it feel like a celebration, the late nights, the crowds, the firecrackers, the unfamiliar faces, the sugar, the skipped naps, are also the things that push a child's nervous system past what it…

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MyLifeXP · Oct 22

What Celebrating Diwali Together Actually Does to a Relationship

There is a moment, usually somewhere between hanging the last string of lights and waiting for the first diya to hold its flame, when a relationship shows itself. Not in a dramatic way. In the way that two people either fall into a rhythm or don't, either share the silence…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

US Postal Service releases new Diwali postage stamp featuring Indian artist's rangoli art

The US Postal Service has introduced a new postage stamp to commemorate the festival of Diwali. This stamp features a beautiful rangoli design created by Sangita Bhutada, an artist based in Houston. The stamp was unveiled at a ceremony attended by India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, and…

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs night-time cleaning in colonies, markets ahead of Diwali

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed officials to intensify cleanliness drives across the national capital ahead of Diwali and other festivals, ordering night-time cleaning in residential colonies and major markets and warning that negligence in maintaining cleanliness will not be tolerated.

MyLifeXP · Oct 21

How to Travel During Diwali Holidays Without the Usual Chaos

Why Diwali Travel Behaves Differently From Other Peak SeasonsDiwali travel is not simply a volume problem. It is a direction problem. During most holidays, movement spreads across destinations. During Diwali, an enormous share of it flows the same way at the same time: outward from metros toward smaller cities and…

MyLifeXP · Oct 20

Feeling Spiritually Drained During Diwali? Here Is How to Rejuvenate Your Spirit

Why a Festival of Light Can Leave You Feeling Dark InsideDiwali is built around a single image: a small clay lamp holding its flame steady in the open air. The tradition did not choose that image by accident. A diya is not a floodlight. It does not illuminate a room.…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

PepsiCo India expects festive snack sales to match last year as new launches roll out

PepsiCo India anticipates steady growth in festive snack sales driven by innovative product launches and a focus on e-commerce. The company aims to expand its ready-to-eat snack range to align with consumer preferences during the festive season. SLMG Beverages, the largest Coca-Cola bottler in India, reports significant sales growth due…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

India braces for first Diwali after Gulf war with tighter budgets

As households prepare for Diwali, rising food prices and travel expenses are impacting festive budgets significantly. Increased costs for essential items like vegetables and sweets are leading to reduced discretionary spending. E-commerce platforms have seen lower sales compared to last year, indicating a shift in consumer behaviour.

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