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India's Capital Chokes In Smog After Firework Ban Flouted

India's capital New Delhi was wreathed in poisonous smog Friday, with air pollution worsening after a fireworks ban was widely flouted for raucous celebrations for the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali.

International Business Times

Record-Breaking Diwali Celebration With 2.51 Million Oil Lamps

Millions gather in Ayodhya for Diwali, lighting a record 2.51 million lamps to celebrate the festival of lights.

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Diwali: The best recipes to cook for the Hindu festival of lights

Mallika Basu shares a guide to the ingredients and recipes that make Diwali sparkle – from fragrant dals and street food-inspired chaats to sweets so decadent, they practically demand a celebration

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Use of smoke-emitting firecrackers renews air pollution debate in India's capital ahead of Diwali

As India gears up for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, people are divided over whether they should celebrate by setting off firecrackers, which worsen the country’s chronic air pollution

The Independent UK

What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights? How is it celebrated in India and the diaspora?

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India and for Hindus in particular

The Independent UK

India marks Diwali by lighting a record number of earthen lamps in Ayodhya

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India — for the Hindu community in particular

The Independent UK

Third FIR against Langa for ‘Rs 28.56 lakh fraud’ and ‘intimidation’

The Hindu journalist Mahesh Langa has been booked in a third FIR for alleged fraud and intimidation based on a complaint from a business owner, the Ahmedabad police said in a statement after a press conference on Tuesday.

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Fireworks explosion at Indian temple injures more than 150 people

Scores of people were gathered for a Hindu festival when a fireworks display caused fire

The Independent UK

Burglars steal cash, donation boxes and safe from two Hindu temples

Masked men in black van stole donations, desecrated idols.

The Canberra Times

Press bodies condemn FIR against Mahesh Langa, seek PCI intervention

Five press bodies have condemned the second FIR against The Hindu journalist Mahesh Langa. Four of them have urged the Press Council of India to “perform its mandate of safeguarding the freedom of the press”.

Newslaundry

Happy Dhanteras 2024: Date, time, puja vidhi, mantra and shubh muharat to buy gold, silver and auspicious items

Dhanteras is the first day of the five-day Diwali festival in India. It is an auspicious day, known as Dhantrayodashi, which falls on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Ashwin. "Dhan" means wealth, and "Teras" signifies the thirteenth day, symbolizing prosperity and health.

The Times of India

‘Investigative reporting will be extinct’: The Hindu editor, N Ram condemn FIR against Gujarat journo

Over four days after a second FIR was lodged against The Hindu journalist Mahesh Langa, his colleagues took to X to condemn the police action and uphold “a journalist’s right to obtain and process a confidential or ‘sensitive’ official document in line with their work”.

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Varanasi Court dismisses survey for Hindu side's plea at Gyanvapi complex

Varanasi Court dismisses Hindu side's plea for additional ASI survey at Gyanvapi complex. Read further on Dynamite News:

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‘Where will I go?’: Hindu man dead, Muslims in India’s Bahraich face attack

Ram Gopal Mishra was seen climbing a Muslim house and hoisting saffron flag on it moments before he was shot dead.

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The Standard's Diwali gift guide 2025: Bright ideas for the whole family

Let there be light! Gifts to give this Diwali

The Times of India

When is Karwa Chauth in 2024? Story, history, significance, importance and all you need to know

One of the most important Hindu festivals wherein married women fast and pray for their husband's long life and health is the Karwa Chauth The festival is celebrated on the fourth day after the full moon in the month of Kartik, as per the Hindu calendar, and it is widely…

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‘BJP workers’, journalists: Meet Lawrence Bishnoi’s online PR brigade

The murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, the investigation into the assassinations of pro-Khalistani activists that have soured India-Canada ties, and the security threats against actor Salman Khan.

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Muslims ‘in constant fear’ amid hate campaign in India’s Himachal Pradesh

The Congress-ruled state has been witnessing anti-Muslim rallies for weeks, forcing many migrant workers to flee.

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India's Fireworks Boom Ahead Of Hindu Festival Of Lights

Wrapping heaps of cone-shaped sparklers in red paper and trimming lengths of silver fuse by the hundreds, workers at an Indian fireworks factory race to meet orders for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.

Al Jazeera

Who is lobbying for India’s Modi government on Capitol Hill?

US-based Hindu American Foundation has laundered Modi gov’t’s track record on minorities, championed its interests.

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‘Don’t want any publicity’: Gujarat HC after Mahesh Langa withdraws plea

The Hindu journalist Mahesh Langa has withdrawn his petition challenging his police custody in the Gujarat High Court.

The Guardian - UK

Muslims in India face discrimination after restaurants forced to display workers’ names

Muslim business owners in two states fear policy will lead to targeted attacks or economic boycotts

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Security Concerns Overshadow Bangladesh's Durga Puja Celebrations

Durga Puja celebrations in Bangladesh marred by violence targeting Hindu community, highlighting challenges and hopes for peaceful coexistence.

The Independent UK

Hindus in Bangladesh celebrate their largest festival under tight security following attacks

Minority Hindus in the Muslim-majority Bangladesh are celebrating their largest religious festival of Durga Puja, but fear and worries grip them following reports of violence

The Times of India

Dussehra 2024: Date, Time, Puja Vidhi, Shubh Mahurat and all you need to know

Dussehra is also known as Vijayadashami. It is considered to be one of the most important Hindu celebrations. It represents the victory of goodness over evil. It celebrates Lord Ram's battle with the ten-headed demon ruler Ravana, as well as the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. Here…

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