Diwali

Chinese e-cracker, a solution to Delhi's pollution challenge during Diwali?

The best part of the e-crackers is that they are in lines with the norms set by the apex court as they do not emit harmful gases. In fact, they produce aesthetically soothing light and sound thereby hailed as eco-friendly crackers.

Nov 5, 2018

SC ban on firecrackers: Over 8 lakh people involved in industry stare at unemployment

According to a Supreme Court order, only green crackers will be manufactured going forward, but manufacturers claim that the approved chemical composition needed to make green crackers is not available.

Nov 5, 2018

UP CM Yogi Adityanath wants peaceful, incident-free Diwali

The Fire Department, community health centres (CHCs), primary health centres (PHCs) and district hospitals have been asked to be on stand-by for any eventuality.

Nov 2, 2018

Vikas Gupta and Shilpa Shinde on Bigg Boss 12

Bigg Boss 12 October 30 Episode Preview: Vikas Gupta Pariwar vs Shilpa Shinde Pariwar in Diwali Rangoli task

The Bigg Boss 12 contestants will be divided into two groups for the Diwali Rangoli task - the Gupta Pariwar and the Shinde Pariwar.

Oct 30, 2018

CSIR's green firecrackers remain a distant dream ahead of Diwali celebrations

CSIR's eco-friendly firecrackers would have been a major relief for people living in Delhi/NCR region but it seems to be a distant dream as of now.

Oct 30, 2018

Here's how Jacqueline Fernandez reacted when she received Shraddha Kapoor's Diwali Gift

Mix-ups happen. No one does it intentionally. And here's how Jacqueline handled the situation when she received Shraddha Kapoor's Diwali gift…

Oct 23, 2017

Golmaal Again movie review: Ajay Devgn's horror comedy will definitely tickle your funny bone

Directed by Rohit Shetty, Ajay Devgn and company-starrer Golmaal Again is the second release this Diwali and will win your heart in its own way. Read full review.

Oct 20, 2017

Secret Superstar movie review: Zaira Wasim OUTSHINES Aamir Khan; a Must-Watch film this Diwali

Directed by Advait Chandan, Aamir Khan-Zaira Wasim-starrer Secret Superstar is the first release this Diwali. Read full review.

Oct 19, 2017

Ban on firecrackers during Diwali: Nikhil Siddhartha calls left-wing 'idiots and hypocrites'

Telugu actor Nikhil Siddhartha has come down heavily upon Libtards for objecting Diwali fireworks and calls them idiots and hypocrites for their indifferent nature towards the use of crackers.

Oct 19, 2017

Happy Diwali (Deepawali) 2017: Bollywood celebs greet fans with photos and videos

Several Bollywood celebs also joined the Twitterati to wish everyone a Happy Diwali.

Oct 18, 2017

Diwali 2017: Here's how you can celebrate a healthy and stress-free Diwali

Here are some simple tips that could help you in making this Diwali a happy and healthy one!

Oct 13, 2017

Diwali 2017: Supreme Court refuses to relax firecracker ban

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to modify its October 9 order banning the sale of fire crackers in Delhi and NCR this Diwali. Read to know more.

Oct 13, 2017

Two children choked to death after negligent parent locks them in car for 7 hours

The man locked the car using a remote key without knowing that the children got stuck inside.

Oct 7, 2017

Sachin Pilot reveals when Rahul Gandhi may take over as Congress president

Congress leader Sachin Pilot has hinted that Rahul Gandhi may take over as Congress president after Diwali. Read to know what lies ahead for him and the party.

Oct 1, 2017

UK: Hindus in Wales urge all schools to close on Diwali

Holidays of all major religions should be honoured and no one should be penalised for practising their religion, says Universal Society of Hinduism president Rajan Zed.

Jul 5, 2017

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Supreme Court bans sale of firecrackers in Delhi, NCR

The apex court also asked the government to suspend the licenses of existing sellers and not issue any fresh licenses.

Nov 25, 2016

Sales of air purifiers, masks surge manyfold as Delhi, NCR reel under smog

Online retailers, chemists and retail shops are either running out of air purifiers and masks or are loaded with huge orders.

Nov 6, 2016

Confused Delhi government waiting for city's toxic air to reach critical levels to shut schools

Late in October, an AAP spokesperson, when asked by IBT, had downplayed the threat and outrightly dismissed the gravity of the situation.

Nov 3, 2016

Evening briefing: Delhi chokes in post-Diwali smog, young engineers create SOS earbuds, Salman's bodyguard gets clean chit, email scandal could cost Clinton the election

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Oct 31, 2016

I kept my promise on OROP, first instalment of Rs 5,500 crore paid: Modi tells troops on Diwali

The prime minister made the announcement on Sunday while he was celebrating Diwali with soldiers at Sumdo, Himachal Pradesh.