News for 'Diwali'

Sunny Or Disha? Alaya Or Manushi?

Sunny Or Disha? Alaya Or Manushi?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Bollywood stars raised the glam quotient at Lifestyle Asia's Diwali party.

Diwali Special: 6 Lessons from Superheroes

Diwali Special: 6 Lessons from Superheroes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

The Ramayan offers important life lessons.

Why Is Salman Wearing Torn Pants?

Why Is Salman Wearing Torn Pants?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

It's the season for glamorous Diwali parties, and after Manish Malhotra's fashionable bash, Varsha and Producer Ramesh Taurani threw a grand party at their residence.

This Diwali, take fashion lessons from Taimur!

This Diwali, take fashion lessons from Taimur!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Move over adults, we have a whole new fashionable generation that we can take inspiration from!

Shah Rukh Parties With Salman

Shah Rukh Parties With Salman

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Salman Khan has so many reasons to party.

Diwali finally puts its 'stamp' on America

Diwali finally puts its 'stamp' on America

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

After years of waiting, the stamp was released on Wednesday, October 5.

We should have control over Covid by Diwali: Vardhan

We should have control over Covid by Diwali: Vardhan

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Vardhan also expressed hope about having a vaccine against COVID-19 by the end of this year.

Firecrackers banned in Delhi for 3rd consecutive yr

Firecrackers banned in Delhi for 3rd consecutive yr

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

The Delhi government has been following the practice of banning all kinds of firecrackers for the last three years.

Karnataka to ban the use of firecrackers during Diwali

Karnataka to ban the use of firecrackers during Diwali

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa said due to COVID and related reasons use of firecrackers are being banned this time.

'Jingoism has become fashionable'

'Jingoism has become fashionable'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

'Our viewers have grown up over the years.' 'Today, they want to see something which is sensible, a story rooted in logic rather than jingoism.'

Malaika-Arjun at a Diwali party... hmmm

Malaika-Arjun at a Diwali party... hmmm

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

When Sandeep Khosla and Abu Jani invite you, who can stay away?

M&M to deliver 1,000 units of new Thar SUV during Diwali

M&M to deliver 1,000 units of new Thar SUV during Diwali

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) will deliver 1,000 units of its all-new Thar SUV during Diwali festive period, the company said on Friday. The latest version of the iconic SUV was launched on October 2, in two trims -- AX and LX -- with both petrol and diesel powertrain option, and is priced between Rs 9.8 lakh and Rs 13.75 lakh

SC breather for TN BJP chief Annamalai in hate speech case

SC breather for TN BJP chief Annamalai in hate speech case

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

After perusing the transcript of the statements given in the interview, a bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta observed, "Prima facie, there is no hate speech. No case is made out."

How Gabbar Singh kept morale of trapped workers high

How Gabbar Singh kept morale of trapped workers high

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Gabbar Singh Negi's house in the Lalpani area of the town suddenly came to life on Tuesday night as the news of the safe evacuation of 41 workers trapped at Sikyara tunnel reached his kin who had been glued to the TV set waiting the whole day for the good news.

Relief for Delhiites as rain clears haze, improves air

Relief for Delhiites as rain clears haze, improves air

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

The air quality is expected to improve further due to wind speed favourable for the dispersion of pollutants.

Diwali: Bollywood's favourite festival?

Diwali: Bollywood's favourite festival?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Three very different kinds of Diwali songs from Bollywood films

Delhi's odd-even car rationing scheme 'all optics', observes SC

Delhi's odd-even car rationing scheme 'all optics', observes SC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The Delhi government's odd-even car rationing scheme to curb air pollution on Tuesday came under scrutiny by the Supreme Court which questioned its effectiveness and termed it "all optics".

Modi Looms Over India's Smallest Lok Sabha Seat

Modi Looms Over India's Smallest Lok Sabha Seat

Rediff.com24 May 2024

'It is necessary to have a person at the top who can make strict decisions without hesitation. Modiji has done that.'

Shanaya's Date With The Maldives

Shanaya's Date With The Maldives

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Even as Bollywood is attending Diwali parties in Mumbai, Shanaya Kapoor is making the most of the Maldives.

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Greeting the jawans on the occasion, the prime minister said their devotion to duty in the remote icy heights, is enabling the strength of the nation, and securing the future and the dreams of 125 crore Indians,

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Consumer firms see double-digit growth on festive shopping

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Consumer durables firms and fashion retailers expect double-digit growth in value terms in the ongoing festival season as consumers have stepped up purchases during this period. They expect to see value sales growth upwards of 15 per cent, which is especially coming in from cities. However, volume growth may lag behind value growth.

In Mahua vs Amrita Roy battle, don't forget the CPM

In Mahua vs Amrita Roy battle, don't forget the CPM

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The curious onlookers that greet the candidates are, however, unaware about the importance of history. They are just there to catch a glimpse of 'Rani Ma' Amrita Roy or Mahua Moitra.

PIX: Ekta, Arpita, Arbaaz at Shilpa's Diwali bash!

PIX: Ekta, Arpita, Arbaaz at Shilpa's Diwali bash!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Shetty-Kundra's grand Diwali party!

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Doval moots interoperability among central police forces

Doval moots interoperability among central police forces

Rediff.com24 May 2024

National security advisor Ajit Doval on Friday suggested that various central armed police forces of the country should have "jointness" and interoperability among themselves like the ongoing plan for the defence forces.

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Smart ways you can have a green Diwali this year

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

By switching to simpler alternatives, you can make Diwali enjoyable for all.

Hey Ankita, Will You Be Wearing This in Bigg Boss?

Hey Ankita, Will You Be Wearing This in Bigg Boss?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

She's not sorry for making a fashionably fabulous entry wherever she goes.

Your Diwali pics: Diyas, idols and fireworks

Your Diwali pics: Diyas, idols and fireworks

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Readers tell us how they celebrated the festival of lights this year.

Festival season fail to light up apparel sales, consumer durables shine

Festival season fail to light up apparel sales, consumer durables shine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Sales of apparel were a mixed bag this festive season while those of consumer durables saw an uptick with mobiles, laptops, and air conditioners being in demand. In apparel, Tier-2 and -3 markets did better for some brands, because these have been witnessing an uptick for the past 18-20 months compared to metros. "The past two weeks have been good, and we saw a 13 per cent increase in value sales, and volume sales have also been similar," Manish Kapoor, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO), Pepe Jeans

Delhi's poor air quality to enter red zone on Diwali

Delhi's poor air quality to enter red zone on Diwali

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The air quality in the national capital remained poor for the sixth consecutive day on Monday with stubble burning accounting for seven per cent of the capital's PM2.5 pollution.

Sensex, Nifty fall amid caution ahead of inflation data

Sensex, Nifty fall amid caution ahead of inflation data

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Among the Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Nestle, Tata Consultancy Services, HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries were the major laggards. Mahindra & Mahindra, JSW Steel, NTPC, Power Grid and IndusInd Bank were among the gainers.

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Recipe: Traditional North Indian Jackfruit Pickle, Mango Pickle

Rediff.com15 May 2024

What tastes better with dahi-rice, dal-chawal or puris than the season's newly-made home pickle?

Jiophone Next to be available from Diwali for Rs 6,499 apiece

Jiophone Next to be available from Diwali for Rs 6,499 apiece

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Jiophone Next will be available from Diwali for Rs 6,499 per unit for customers wanting to buy the smartphone without financing option, Jio and Google said in a joint statement on Friday. Jio is also giving a finance option for the Jiophone Next where users can make an upfront payment of Rs 1,999 and pay the rest in easy monthly instalments spread across 18-24 months, the company said in a statement. "This is the first time that a phone in the entry-level category is getting a financing option.

PM takes a tank ride, distributes sweets during Diwali visit with troops

PM takes a tank ride, distributes sweets during Diwali visit with troops

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

"Saluting your valour, 130 crore countrymen of India are standing firm with you today. Today every Indian is proud of the strength and bravery of his soldiers. They are proud of your invincibility," said PM Modi.

Do Katrina-Salman Look Hot? VOTE!

Do Katrina-Salman Look Hot? VOTE!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

If this teaser picture from their song Leke Prabhu Ka Naam in Tiger 3 is any indication, the answer is a big fat YES!

Shilpa's Stylish Ada!

Shilpa's Stylish Ada!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Uff! She will kill you with her looks.

Bollywood gets ready for Diwali

Bollywood gets ready for Diwali

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Empire State Building lit up in orange to celebrate Diwali

Empire State Building lit up in orange to celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

The Federation of Indian Associations, the largest non-profit umbrella organisation in the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut of the Indian community, lit up the monument in a special ceremony organised by the FIA in cooperation with the Empire State Realty Trust.

Growth slowdown, valuations near-term hurdles for DMart

Growth slowdown, valuations near-term hurdles for DMart

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Discount retailer DMart (Avenue Supermarts) hit its highest levels in a year and a half last week and is up over 11 per cent in the last one month. The company depends on low operating costs to offer the lowest prices to consumers, which enables sales velocity and scale, further reducing costs. This virtuous feedback loop has helped DMart gain market share in a sector dominated by unorganised stores.

Women's unemployment rate at 16-month low; labour participation declines

Women's unemployment rate at 16-month low; labour participation declines

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

The unemployment rate for women was last this low around Diwali in 2022. The unemployment rate has dropped for women from 14.9 per cent in December 2023 to 11 per cent in January 2024, according to data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE). It was higher in January 2023 at 13.5 per cent.