News for 'Diwali'

Diwali on the ramp!

Diwali on the ramp!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

Nitya Arora delved into and the much-loved Star Wars movies for her jewellery collection, Iridescent Space.

Breaking News: Hrithik Added To Tiger 3

Breaking News: Hrithik Added To Tiger 3

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Shah Rukh will play his character from Siddharth Anand's Pathaan, while Hrithik Roshan plays Kabir from Siddharth Anand's War.

Top 4 Diwali Outfits for Women

Top 4 Diwali Outfits for Women

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Whether you are meeting your distant family or just hanging around with your friends, your look must have the touch of festivity. Here are the top 4 dresses you can consider wearing this Diwali.

Diwali recipe: How to make Shahi Tukda

Diwali recipe: How to make Shahi Tukda

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

This festive season, treat your loved ones to this royal delight.

Don't Burst Crackers At Tiger 3 Shows: Salman

Don't Burst Crackers At Tiger 3 Shows: Salman

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan requested his fans not to burn firecrackers in theatres during Tiger 3 screenings.

Lighten up your financial plans this Diwali

Lighten up your financial plans this Diwali

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Harjot Singh Narula lists 5 lessons Diwali teaches you about your financial future

Diwali recipe: Have you tried Beetroot Coconut Barfi?

Diwali recipe: Have you tried Beetroot Coconut Barfi?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Relish the goodness of beetroot in a dessert.

White House frequently serving golgappas to guests

White House frequently serving golgappas to guests

Rediff.com14 May 2024

In the last year, it has been served at least a couple of times, the latest being the Rose Garden reception on Monday hosted by President Joe Biden to celebrate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.

CelebInspiration: Get back in shape post Diwali

CelebInspiration: Get back in shape post Diwali

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

This is all the inspiration you need to get back to you fitness routine post Diwali!

Ban on barium firecrackers binds every state, not limited to Delhi alone: SC

Ban on barium firecrackers binds every state, not limited to Delhi alone: SC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The clarification by the top court, which had in 2018 banned the bursting of conventional firecrackers to curb air and sound pollution, will have ramifications across the nation.

Diwali recipe: How to make Kashi Halwa

Diwali recipe: How to make Kashi Halwa

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Made with sweetened ash gourd and garnished with nuts, this halwa makes for an incredible festive treat.

#Diwali2018: How to make flavoured coconut laddoos

#Diwali2018: How to make flavoured coconut laddoos

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Food blogger Siddhi Panchal shares her Diwali recipes. You can share yours too!

Here's how Bollywood celebrates Diwali

Here's how Bollywood celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

There's more to the Bollywood-Diwali connection than you think.

PHOTOS: Empire State building, Burj Khalifa lit up to celebrate Diwali

PHOTOS: Empire State building, Burj Khalifa lit up to celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

For the first time, New York's iconic structure turned orange on Wednesday night in celebration of Diwali.

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

Showtime Season 1 Part 2: Little To Offer

Showtime Season 1 Part 2: Little To Offer

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

There is a lot more to Bollywood than the unguarded glimpses Showtime offers, observes Deepa Gahlot.

''I'm producing Comedy Central's first Diwali movie'

''I'm producing Comedy Central's first Diwali movie'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Hot Mess Holiday airs on December 11 -- it's a really fun story.'

PIX: Stars' fashionable Diwali week

PIX: Stars' fashionable Diwali week

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

Bollywood stepped out in style in the week leading up to Diwali.

Dhanush's Kodi vs Karthi's Kaashmora this Diwali

Dhanush's Kodi vs Karthi's Kaashmora this Diwali

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

Which film will you watch this Diwali?

10 Ways To Celebrate Diwali, Bollywood Style

10 Ways To Celebrate Diwali, Bollywood Style

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Celebrate Diwali, filmi style.

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with jawans in Himachal

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with jawans in Himachal

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Showering his praise on the armed forces guarding the nation, Prime Minister Modi earlier on Sunday dedicated this year's Diwali to the jawans.

Happy Diwali to all, greets Obama

Happy Diwali to all, greets Obama

Rediff.com5 Nov 2010

United States President Barack Obama on Thursday greeted people across the globe on the occasion of Diwali and said that he is looking forward to his India visit.

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with troops

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with troops

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

For the second successive year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with troops on Wednesday, saying the world looks at India with respect because of their valour and "character", in comments that come against the backdrop of protests by several veterans over OROP.

When the EPL stars wished Indian fans on Diwali...

When the EPL stars wished Indian fans on Diwali...

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Keeping pace with the changing times, star players of English Premier League giants Manchester United, Arsenal FC and Manchester City wished their vast Indian fan base on the occasion of Diwali.

Slain Colonel's buddies ensure sweet Diwali for unit jawans

Slain Colonel's buddies ensure sweet Diwali for unit jawans

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

"This Diwali, we thought of his comrades in arms, who suffer harsh climes and the enemy from across the border, as well as some within. We thought this would be a nice gesture for soldiers, who spend Diwali away from their families," said one of Santosh Mahadik's friends.

PIX: Bipasha Basu's Diwali bash

PIX: Bipasha Basu's Diwali bash

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

The actress called close friends at her residence.

Elections, festivities, and pollution weigh on India's cement demand

Elections, festivities, and pollution weigh on India's cement demand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

India's cement demand has consistently shown double-digit growth over the past few quarters, primarily driven by infrastructure spending. However, dealers and industry executives note that state elections, festival season, and, in some markets, weddings and pollution may temporarily disrupt this demand story. While the festival season typically sees a slowdown in construction activity, some dealers anticipate this lull extending throughout the entire month as multiple states enter election mode.

Miss you on Diwali: Pawar's emotional letter to his mother

Miss you on Diwali: Pawar's emotional letter to his mother

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

In his letter in Marathi, which he has posted on Twitter, the veteran politician credited his mother for his ability to maintain healthy dialogues even with people holding differnt political ideologies.

PIX: Rajkummar, Patralekhaa at a Diwali party

PIX: Rajkummar, Patralekhaa at a Diwali party

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Producer Anand Pandit, who has made such films like Chehre, PM Narendra Modi, Total Dhamaal and Sarkar 3, hosted a Diwali party at his residence, and invited his filmi friends.

Diwali holiday decision divides US town

Diwali holiday decision divides US town

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Asked to declare a holiday on the Hindu festival, the school board in Millburn Township, New Jersey, instead comes up with a solution that angers many. Rediff.com/India Abroad's George Joseph reports.

The 10 Biggest Diwali Hits in Bollywood

The 10 Biggest Diwali Hits in Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Before this Hrithik Roshan-starrer hits the screen this Friday, we look back at some of the biggest Diwali hits in the past decade.

Bipasha's Daughter Devi Turns 1

Bipasha's Daughter Devi Turns 1

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover celebrated their daughter Devi's first birthday on November 12 by jetting off to the Maldives and having the time of their lives!

Diwali recipe: How to make Coconut Laddoos

Diwali recipe: How to make Coconut Laddoos

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

Enjoy the goodness of coconut and milk in this lip-smacking recipe.

Diwali sheen missing from gold sales

Diwali sheen missing from gold sales

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

In Zaveri Bazar, gold is being traded at Rs 26,920/10 gm

After Diwali, Bollywood returns to work

After Diwali, Bollywood returns to work

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

#Nostalgia! 10 things we miss about Diwali now

#Nostalgia! 10 things we miss about Diwali now

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Disclaimer! If you were born post 2000, some of the things mentioned in this piece might seem ancient.

White House celebrates Diwali

White House celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com8 Nov 2007

The festivities took place in the Indian Treaty Room of the White House, and was attended by the Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, the Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Nicholas Burns among others.

So which festival gets more electricity, Diwali or Eid?

So which festival gets more electricity, Diwali or Eid?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stirred up a hornet's nest when he said that 'if there is electricity during Ramzan, there should be electricity during Diwali too'. Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf speaks to Shailendra Dubey, chairman, All India Power Engineer's Federation, to ascertain the truth.

US lawmakers to organise first-ever Diwali reception

US lawmakers to organise first-ever Diwali reception

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

The first-ever Diwali celebrations will be held at the United States Capitol this year, with the US lawmakers announcing to hold a Congressional reception for the festival of lights.

Jacqueline, Sonam, Varun, Sidharth: Like their Diwali look? VOTE!

Jacqueline, Sonam, Varun, Sidharth: Like their Diwali look? VOTE!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Who do you think was the best dressed for the grand Diwali parties?