News for 'Indian Diwali'

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Aura of iconic Eden Gardens clinched it for us: CAB president

India can celebrate Diwali because of you: Modi tells jawans at Siachen

India can celebrate Diwali because of you: Modi tells jawans at Siachen

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid a surprise visit to Siachen to celebrate Diwali with soldiers posted at the world's highest battlefield and hailed the role of the armed forces in securing the country.

Gautam Adani's wealth up relative to India's GDP

Gautam Adani's wealth up relative to India's GDP

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Amid increasing volatility and recession fears looming over global markets that has led to the decline in wealth of a number of billionaires, Gautam Adani was the only one to buck the trend. The billionaire added $43.3 billion in net worth between Diwali 2021 (November 4) and this year's Diwali (October 24) according to Bloomberg data. He added more wealth than the gross domestic product (GDP)of more than a dozen Indian states.

Artist Chintan Upadhayay convicted for killing wife, her lawyer

Artist Chintan Upadhayay convicted for killing wife, her lawyer

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

A sessions court in Mumbai on Thursday convicted artist Chintan Upadhyay for abetting and conspiring to kill his wife wife Hema Upadhyay and her lawyer Haresh Bhambhani.

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Delhi, which has gained infamy as one of the world's most polluted cities, has for some years now witnessed a sustained campaign from various quarters seeking a ban on firecrackers. While the Centre launched the newly approved, eco-friendly firecrackers earlier this month as a "safer and cheaper" alternative, the mood in the market is tepid, says Ritwik Sharma.

The Challenge About Playing Sam Bahadur

The Challenge About Playing Sam Bahadur

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'I'm sandwiched between Katrina's films, which is a great spot to be in.'

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'Indian single malts have a very specific character.' 'They are sweet when you take a frontal palette approach and change significantly with the addition of water.'

Modi visits Siachen to meet soldiers on Diwali

Modi visits Siachen to meet soldiers on Diwali

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday visited Siachen to spend some time with soldiers on Diwali and convey the message there that every Indian stands shoulder-to-shoulder with them.

Zardari to host special Diwali dinner for Bihar CM

Zardari to host special Diwali dinner for Bihar CM

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari decided to host a special Diwali dinner for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on learning that his meeting with the visiting Indian leader coincided with the Hindu festival of lights, officials said on Tuesday.

PIX: Kohli lights up Diwali for India with last ball win over Pak

PIX: Kohli lights up Diwali for India with last ball win over Pak

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

IMAGES of the T20 World Cup match played between India and Pakistan at the MCG on Sunday

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Rediff.com23 May 2023

A street in Sydney, Australia, was on Tuesday officially renamed as "Little India" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese during a special community event.

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'Instead of shouting at cricket matches, why don't we raise our voices for the release of the Indian Navy veterans in Qatar?'

E-tailers eye a $6-billion sales bonanza this Diwali season

E-tailers eye a $6-billion sales bonanza this Diwali season

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

The spurt in online sales during the festival season is expected.

Best Diwali gift ever: Hardik Pandya's dad

Best Diwali gift ever: Hardik Pandya's dad

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

'When Hardik was dropped from the Zimbabwe tour, coach Sanjay Bangar called, telling him to work hard and not lose focus.' 'This really motivated Hardik to do better and he emerged one of the star performers during India A's tour of Australia.'

'Congress suffers from Modi phobia'

'Congress suffers from Modi phobia'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

'They hate him so much that if PM Modi says the Sun rises in the east the Congress will say the Sun rises in the west.'

Obama lights up Diwali celebrations in White House

Obama lights up Diwali celebrations in White House

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

United States President Barack Obama celebrated Diwali in the East Room of the White House on October 14 by lighting a 'diya' accompanied by Vedic chants by a Hindu priest.

Diwali sweets: Thirattu Paal, Mawa Gujiya and more

Diwali sweets: Thirattu Paal, Mawa Gujiya and more

Rediff.com13 Oct 2009

Five delicious desserts contributed by GA readers. Share yours!

What's taking the sheen off Sivakasi's firecracker sales?

What's taking the sheen off Sivakasi's firecracker sales?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

A complete ban on firecrackers in Delhi until January 1, the government's refusal to grant licences for sales in Karnataka, and restrictions in the Noida region are adversely affecting the business of manufacturers in Tamil Nadu's Sivakasi, which produces over 90 per cent of India's fireworks. According to industry players, demand has decreased by 20 per cent compared to last year. Moreover, the ban on the use of barium nitrate and the manufacturing and sale of joint fireworks is also impacting demand.

Dedicate this Diwali to our armed forces, says PM on Mann ki Baat

Dedicate this Diwali to our armed forces, says PM on Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Modi credited the soldiers for maintenance of peace and security in the country and called upon everyone to remember their gallantry while celebrating Diwali.

BSF gifts sweets to Pak Rangers on Diwali

BSF gifts sweets to Pak Rangers on Diwali

Rediff.com17 Oct 2009

BSF Commandant S H Dhillon handed over seven boxes of traditional Indian sweets and a big basket of fruits to the Wing Commander of Pakistan Rangers Mohhammad Akbar Ali Bhatt at the joint check post at Attari Border.

Diwali recipes: Feast on Corn Biryani and more

Diwali recipes: Feast on Corn Biryani and more

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Here are five delicious festive recipes contributed by GA readers. Share yours!

Dull Diwali sales lead to unsold cars piling up with dealers

Dull Diwali sales lead to unsold cars piling up with dealers

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

While two-wheeler sales are down 15 per cent year-on-year, passenger vehicles sales are lower by 5-7 per cent.

Remittances to India rise on Diwali, Eid

Remittances to India rise on Diwali, Eid

Rediff.com23 Oct 2006

Remittances to India have gone up in the festive season of Diwali and Eid despite the Indian rupee gaining in strength.

The Biggest Hits Of 2023

The Biggest Hits Of 2023

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

What a remarkable year 2023 has turned out to be!

Nag Panchami Special: Haldi Paan Patholi

Nag Panchami Special: Haldi Paan Patholi

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

A popular South Indian sweet dish, it's made from rice flour, jaggery and grated coconut.

Samsung Galaxy S III Mini to debut in India before Diwali

Samsung Galaxy S III Mini to debut in India before Diwali

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

If the grapevine is to be believed Samsung will not price the S III Mini above Rs 21,000 to take on the competition and make it available for Indian consumers just before Diwali.

Jefferies sees fiscal pressure building, warns of choppy mkts

Jefferies sees fiscal pressure building, warns of choppy mkts

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Fiscal pressure for the Indian economy is gradually rising, suggested analysts at Jefferies in a recent note, as oil prices (Brent) - which are close to the $100 a barrel mark - continue to climb ahead of a busy election calendar. They added that the sharp rally in the equity markets during the last few months has made valuations costly. As a result, Jefferies expects the Indian markets to remain choppy in the near term.

Why this Diwali will be grim for your next door retailer

Why this Diwali will be grim for your next door retailer

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Small shops, making up bulk of Rs 31 lakh-crore retail industry, sees dip in sales.

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

In the last 9 years, the BJP govt has marked some anniversaries and events with more zeal than Congress-led governments.

Tiger vs Pathaan May Be Directed By...

Tiger vs Pathaan May Be Directed By...

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Director Siddharth Anand may come on board to direct Tiger vs Pathaan.

'Prime Minister Of India Has Become The High Priest Of Hinduism'

'Prime Minister Of India Has Become The High Priest Of Hinduism'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

'We are very close to become a theocratic State where Hinduism is the official religion of the government.'

Will take US-India ties to next level again: Trump

Will take US-India ties to next level again: Trump

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Former United States President Donald Trump has promised that he will take America's relationship with India to the next level again if he wins the presidential election in 2024.

Alia To Star In Yash Raj's Spy Film

Alia To Star In Yash Raj's Spy Film

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Alia Bhatt is all set to become the first woman to headline a film in Yash Raj Film's spy universe.

'Bollywood is such a waste of time'

'Bollywood is such a waste of time'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'You make a song, it gets rejected, you have to make 10 more.'

Odd-even on anvil as Delhi's air quality dips close to 'severe plus'

Odd-even on anvil as Delhi's air quality dips close to 'severe plus'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

An improvement in the wind speed November 21 onwards might bring air pollution levels down.

My Hindu faith guides me as PM: Rishi Sunak at Ram Katha

My Hindu faith guides me as PM: Rishi Sunak at Ram Katha

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

"Bapu, I am here today not as a Prime Minister, but as a Hindu," said Sunak, opening his address at the gathering.

BSF not to exchange sweets with Pak Rangers at Attari this Diwali

BSF not to exchange sweets with Pak Rangers at Attari this Diwali

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

This move by the BSF is in protest to the growing incidents of ceasefire violations across the Line of Control and the International Border.

Mann Ki Baat: PM says Diwali with troops in Gurez 'unforgettable'

Mann Ki Baat: PM says Diwali with troops in Gurez 'unforgettable'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

he also talked about India's tradition of respecting the nature through festivals like 'Chhat' and referred to the ongoing cleanliness campaign.

Bollywood bets Rs 85 cr on Diwali launches

Bollywood bets Rs 85 cr on Diwali launches

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

The scramble for screens this Diwali is, thus, intense. "We will launch the film with over 1,000 prints across the globe," said Ritesh Sidhwani, the film's producer.