Diwali runs from Saturday, October 18 through to Thursday, October 23, 2025.
The police said Kamruddin convinced the three victims to perform a special "pooja" for 'dhanvarsha' and instructed them to arrange Rs 2 lakh in cash along with liquor and cold drinks for the ritual.
Michael Nobbs took over the coaching of the Indian men's team in 2011 after it had failed to qualify for the Beijing Games in 2008.
A 36-year-old businessman in Delhi died after being allegedly assaulted by food delivery agents following a verbal argument. The incident occurred in Connaught Place, and the victim succumbed to his injuries after being hospitalized.
Nitish Reddy fails with bat as Vidarbha take first-innings lead against Andhra
Kartik Karkera didn't just win the Indian men's title at the Tata Mumbai Marathon on Sunday -- he did it in his very first official 42.195 km race
A dispute over ownership of a gym in east Delhi's Laxmi Nagar led to a clash with a man beaten, his wife allegedly molested, and their son stripped and assaulted in public, police said on Monday as they arrested one accused while others remain at large.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar announced that his party, the NCP, is in discussions with the Shiv Sena regarding seat sharing for the upcoming Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic polls. This comes as alliances blur in the state-level elections.
As the sun dips low and the city lights begin to twinkle, it's the cocktail dress that takes center stage.
Prepare to be shaded and stylish as you soak up all the good summer vibes.
Film folk hoped to end their week with a laugh, and lined up for the special screening of Mastiii 4 in Mumbai.
She is no longer Samantha Ruth Prabhu. She will be known henceforth as just Samantha.
Bollywood celebs show you how to look great this summer.
Bollywood actresses amp up the glamour this festive season.
Stars are still caught up in Diwali even though this year's festival ended on Thursday.
Tie-up dresses are a must-have trend this season.
'The natural barrier that is Aravalli, you are demolishing it, then who will stop the desert?' 'In future, I predict that people will roam around with oxygen cylinders in Delhi because they won't be able to breathe.'
Actress-turned-seer Mamta Kulkarni has found herself at the centre of controversy following her recent remarks that underworld don Dawood Ibrahim 'is not a terrorist'.
A court in Udaipur sentenced a man to death for murdering his wife, whom he often taunted for her skin complexion, by making her apply an inflammable chemical on herself and then setting her afire.
Bollywood families celebrated Diwali and created memories on social media.
'My motivation is to stay fit and be available for Indian team.'
Talented wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel has been named vice-captain, while the pace department will receive a major boost with the inclusion of India fast bowling duo of Mohammed Shami and Akash Deep.
A woman and her lover have been arrested in Kheirathal Tijara district, Rajasthan, in connection with the murder of her husband. The couple confessed to the crime after dumping the body in a plastic tank.
This simple yet flavourful dish is a breeze to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and minimal effort.
The Lingayat community, led by its seers, has renewed its call for a separate religion status, raising awareness and seeking government benefits similar to Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs.
What's making Mrunal laugh... Madhuri goes pastel...Sonali brings out the colours...
Avneet goes pink... Raai Laxmi in New York... Soha-Kunal's new trip...
Her wardrobe is cute but elegant. Stylish yet comfortable. Versatile and romantic.
Avneet is Wimbledon ready... Raai Laxmi on a picnic... Neha strolls in Europe...
New lower GST rates kicked in from Monday, resulting in a slashing of prices of as many as 375 items ranging from toothpaste and shampoo to cars and television sets, a move seen as an attempt to boost consumption to cushion an economy facing tariff headwinds. Tax rates of 5, 12, 18, and 28 per cent have been clubbed into two rates of 5 per cent and 18 per cent, resulting in a reduced price of 99 per cent of daily use items.
Dinesh Raheja celebrates Lata's 96th birth anniversary on September 28 by picking some choice examples of her non-typical songs that are tinged with a rare eroticism.
'Pahlaj Nihalani came to my rescue. There was no Instagram in those days so I didn't recognise him.' 'I almost fainted when he told me he was Pahlaj Nihalani, the producer of Ilzaam, the hit film that had just made Govinda a star.' 'I told him I was a model and an aspiring actor, and he responded, "You have an interesting face. Come and meet me in the office tomorrow".'
Rashmika spends a day in London... Sarah turns desi girl... Aahana sees red...
And why did the star ask Dilliwalas this?
How Varun spends his time in a hotel room... Pooja becomes 'awaara'... Pranita gets into a bikini...
Tara turns singer in New York... Gul goes cycling... Krystle celebrates birthday...
The Brahmaputra is flowing over its danger marks in different part of Assam due to incessant rainfall across the state.
Shriya's berry look... Esha looks like the sun... Pranita shares a throwback picture...
Nikhat, Ankushita advance to semifinals with dominant wins
How to discover beautiful destinations in true-blue filmi style (which simply means you look fabulous as you do so:))!
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