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The iconic Lal Chowk in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar was illuminated with lights and diyas on Sunday evening, as people stepped out to celebrate Diwali . The Ghanta Ghar or the clock tower there was also adorned with lamps, drawing dozens of tourists.

A Diwali celebration in Seattle turned chaotic on Saturday (local time) after a group of conservative activists disrupted it and called for a deportation of all dot heads, which was later strongly condemned by Indian...

Three people killed and one seriously injured after being run over by train in Rajasthan's Bikaner district on Sunday. As per preliminary information, two men tried to rescue a couple who reached the railway track while arguing, resulting in the accident.The train stopped at the spot following the incident. Government Railway Police (GRP) and local police teams reached the site, and the injured man was taken to hospital.

The Diwali weekend has brought two Tamil films to theatres, with Suriya's Scene and Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman 2 competing for audience attention. While Scene, directed by Jithu Mahadevan, also features Nazriya Nazim and Naslen in important roles, both films have been drawing audiences since their release on November 6.

Will CBSE exam 2026 be held on Holi on March 22? As per CBSE date sheet 2027, Class 12 papers on Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India, Bhoti, Kokborok, Banking, Electronics Technology are scheduled to be held on Holi on March 22.The students and parents are raising questions on CBSE 12th exam scheduled as it is coinciding with Holi. Meanwhile, the board is yet to clarify whether CBSE Class 12 exams be held on March 22? CBSE 12th exam 2027 will be held from February 16 to April 9.

Samajwadi Party (SP) national president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday vowed to eradicate the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from power in Uttar Pradesh, emphasising that he would give a grand farewell to 'Baba', a term commonly used for Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Esha Deol and her former husband Bharat Takhtani made a joint appearance at a Diwali party on Saturday, November 7. The two arrived at the venue together and posed for photographers. The duo announced their separation in 2024.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will conduct the Class 10, 12 exams 2027 from February 16, the Class 10 exam is scheduled to conclude on March 9 and 12th on April 9. CBSE...

Muhurat Trading: Sensex ends below 81,000, Nifty settles under 25,000 on Diwali This copy is being updated

Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis has expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete against Pakistan's pace attack ahead of the opening Test in Rawalpindi on Monday. As per reports, the visitors are preparing for...

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday celebrated the 100th birthday of party veteran Lal Krishna Advani, organising havans and pujas for the former deputy prime minister at party headquarters in New Delhi. Advani, born...

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have the best surprise for their fans on Diwali. The couple revealed their son, Vihaan's face on Diwali in a first-ever family photo of the couple on Instagram.

A banner seeking information about four terrorists wanted by security forces in Kashmir surfaced in Srinagar's Lal Chowk area on Sunday. The flex banner was found hanging on a wall at Pratap Park, appealing to...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated Diwali with Indian Army personnel at the Sherathang War Memorial near Nathula Pass in Sikkim, praising their discipline, dedication and sacrifices. He said the soldiers' presence along the...

Ranbir Kapoor's performance as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 has been receiving attention since the film's release. Now, stunt performer Luke Ioannou, who worked as Ranbir Kapoor's body double in the film,...

When India U19 found themselves in trouble against Pakistans new-ball attack, it wasn't one of the high-profile top-order names who steadied the ship, but 19-year-old Punjab all-rounder Arjun Rajput. His counter-attacking knock under intense pressure at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground was just the latest evidence of a cricketer fast turning into a reliable big-match asset for the national junior setup.

Rajat Patidar will not be available for selection in the 50-over format for the time being, after informing the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he needs to focus on managing his...

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar

The domestic stock market will hold its annual Muhurat Trading session on Sunday (November 8), on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. The country's leading stock exchanges, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE), will conduct the special trading session to mark the festival. Both exchanges had announced the timings for Muhurat Trading through separate circulars on October 19.

The makers of Ramayana: Part 1 have issued a warning against people recording the film inside cinema halls and circulating unauthorised clips on social media. The film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, has been performing well at the box office since its release. The production team has now made it clear that those involved in recording or sharing footage will face strict legal action.

Diwali is the perfect occasion to capture beautiful moments with family, friends and loved ones. Whether you are sharing pictures of your festive outfit, decorating your home, lighting diyas or enjoying celebrations with family, the...

Former Australia opener Usman Khawaja has explained the reason why he chose to speak publicly about theball-tampering controversy in South Africa in 2018. He revealed that a personal commitment to David Warner played a significant...

At least three people were killed and 14 others injured after an auto-rickshaw collided with a truck on the Outer Ring Road near Himayat Sagar in Hyderabad district of Telangana , police said on Sunday.According to the reports, the accident occurred when the passengers were returning after working at an event near Kothur.

Legendary footballer Lionel Messi has added another milestone to his remarkable career , as he became the first player in Major League Soccer (MLS) history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons. The Inter Miami forward finished the 2026 regular season with 26 goals to win the award.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated Diwali 2026 with members of the Nishad community in Ayodhya on Sunday, November 8. During his visit to a Dalit settlement, he interacted with local residents and children, clicked selfies with them and distributed sweets and Diwali gifts. He also felicitated sanitation workers and councillors for their work.

India are set to play Pakistan in the ongoing U19 Asia Cup at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on November 8. Both teams enter the match with strong momentum, having registered dominant victories in their tournament openers.

As veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani turned 99 on Sunday (November 8), entering the 100th year of his life, Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a detailed tribute highlighting his...

In a breakthrough, Punjab Police have brought back wanted gangster Gurwinder Singh alias Afridi from Ethiopia following a 10-month-long international manhunt under Operation SHAHID. Identified as a key kingpin of the Doni BalPrabh Dassuwal gang,...

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has secured the conviction of Dr Adnanali Sarkar in the Maharashtra ISIS Terror Module case. A Special Court in Mumbai convicted Sarkar, listed as accused number five in the case,...

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot with forming the country's next government after he secured the support of a majority of Knesset members, in a major political setback for incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

US President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate Democratic lawmakers over alleged threats to impeach, prosecute, and imprison senior administration officials, Republican donors, and political supporters. Describing the alleged threats...

The United States military has disabled a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman after its crew allegedly ignored repeated warnings and attempted to breach the naval blockade against Iran, the US Central Command...

A powerful earthquake struck central Japan early Sunday, shattering shop windows, sending people fleeing from buildings and leaving at least 22 people injured, local media reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) recorded the earthquake at...

Diwali, also known as the festival of lights , is being celebrated across India on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The festival is marked by the lighting of diyas, colourful decorations and prayers for happiness, peace and prosperity. However, with the Amavasya Tithi extending into November 9, many people have been seeking clarity on whether Diwali falls on November 8 or 9 this year.

Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saturday claimed responsibility for six military operations targeting Saudi Arabia, including a National Guard camp in Najran, Aramco facilities in Riyadh and Khurais, and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

A Lucknow-bound Indigo flight made an emergency landing at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru on Saturday, November 7 after a handwritten note having Hijack threat found inside the lavatory minutes after take-off. Following the...

A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against an unknown person under seven sections including the Explosive Substances Act in connection with Ghaziabad police outpost blast. The blast occurred on the night of November...

Five people were killed and several others injured in a shooting in the Polish city of Krakow on Saturday, according to police. The incident occurred in the city centre, prompting an emergency response and a police search for the armed attacker.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday took a sharp dig at Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav during Ayodhya's grand Deepotsav celebrations, saying those who had ordered firing on Ram devotees and mistreated saints in the past must apologise before visiting the holy city.

The Stranger Things universe is set to expand with a new live-action spin-off, titled Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure. Announced on Stranger Things Day, the upcoming series will arrive in 2028. It will be developed by the Duffer Brothers along with Kate Trefry, who has been associated with the original show as a writer.

Kamal Haasan is set to return with a film titled Sandiyar, bringing back a name that was at the centre of a major controversy more than two decades ago. The upcoming Tamil film will be directed by SU Arun Kumar, known for Chithha (2023) and Veera Dheera Sooran (2025). The makers have also confirmed that the film's shooting has begun.

The Indian Air Force's (IAF) IL-76MD heavy-lift transport aircraft on Saturday made a historic landing at Nyoma airfield in eastern Ladakh at an altitude of 13,629 feet, marking what the force described as the highest-altitude...

A fierce fight broke out between two passengers on a fast local train traveling from Churchgate to Virar on Thursday night at around 10:30 p.m. During the incident, a passenger fell from the moving train but luckily survived as the train was passing through the Mumbai Central station at a low speed.

The Centre on Saturday rejected allegations by the Karnataka government that petrol outlets in the state were supplying fuel with ethanol content exceeding the prescribed 20 per cent limit, citing concerns over the sampling and testing procedures adopted during the exercise.

The former Tech Mahindra business head was allegedly shot dead by his neighbour over a parking dispute in Sector 21C, Faridabad. The victim, 42-year-old Paramjeet Dhankhar is currently working with a private company in Singapore and had come to India on November 5 to attend his nephew's wedding. The accused who lived on the third floor of the building pumped around 15 rounds at Paramjeet, seven of which hit him and died on the spot.

Netflix's Nobody Wants This is returning with another season after a successful third season. The streaming platform has renewed the romantic comedy for Season 4, bringing back Kristen Bell and Adam Brody as Joanne and Noah.

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI CET) result 2026 has been declared, the candidates can check INI CET result on the official website - aiimsexams.ac.in . A total of 34,236 candidates got qualified in the INI CET exam held on November 1, 2026.

After a successful theatrical run, Hanuman Ansh is now heading to OTT. The film, based on the life and teachings of Baba Neem Karoli, will premiere on Sony LIV on November 27. The film reportedly earned over Rs 450 crore at the global box office, making it one of the biggest hits of the year.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has ordered the rollout of the 'Vetri Laptop Scheme' for college students, with the state government setting aside Rs 2,000 crore for the initiative. Announced in the 2026-27 Budget, the scheme aims to provide free laptops to students enrolled in government and state-aided institutions across a wide range of courses.

Ranbir Kapoor and Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana Part 1 is the talk of the town. Backed by Namit Malhotra, the film was released on November 5 with a stellar cast and VFX, and people can't stop talking about it. However, for those unversed, Ramayana isn't Ranbir and Nitesh's first film together. Their first collaboration goes back to 2013.