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Digital Desk | Agartala, Nov 8 (IANS) The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated Diwali with its Seema Praharis deployed at various border locations along the India-Bangladesh International Border on Sunday with traditional festivities, distribution of sweets and a message of unity and brotherhood. A BSF spokesman said that Princee Rani, Inspector General (IG) of the BSF's Tripura Frontier, joined the celebrations with the border personnel at different locations. The festivities featured the lighting of diyas, fireworks and distribution of sweets, spreading festive cheer and camaraderie among the troops guarding the country's borders. During the celebrations, the IG appreciated the dedication, commitment and vigilance of the Seema Praharis in safeguarding the International Border and preventing trans-border crimes. She also acknowledged the sacrifices made by the personnel who remain away from their families during festivals and other important occasions to ensure the security of the nation. The celebrations reflected the BSF's spirit of unity, brotherhood and togetherness, reaffirming that the force observes Diwali as one family even while its personnel remain deployed along the country's borders. All BSF Commandants distributed sweets to their respective Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) counterparts across all sectors as a gesture of goodwill and festive camaraderie on the occasion of Diwali. Meanwhile, former Union Minister and BJP leader Pratima Bhowmik also celebrated the spirit of Diwali by exchanging festive greetings with BSF personnel and members of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) at the Akhaura Integrated Check Post in Agartala. In a Facebook post, Bhowmik said that BSF personnel remain deployed round the year along the International Border to ensure the security of the country. On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, she visited the Akhaura Check Post and exchanged greetings with the personnel. She added that while people across the country celebrate the festival of lights with their families, BSF personnel deployed along the borders remain away from their loved ones to protect the nation. Bhowmik said that she exchanged Diwali greetings with both BSF personnel and their counterparts in the BGB, acknowledging their responsibilities and the importance of maintaining cordial relations along the border. BSF personnel remain deployed throughout the year along the border to ensure our security. On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I visited the Akhaura Check Post and exchanged greetings with them. Even on festive occasions, they remain away from their families. Therefore, I exchanged Diwali greetings with our BSF brothers and sisters deployed for border security, as well as personnel of the BGB, she said in her Facebook post. Expressing her wishes on the festival of lights, the former Union Minister added that she hoped that everyone would be able to live better and more peacefully together. The Diwali celebrations and exchange of greetings highlighted the sacrifices of border personnel who remain on duty during festivals to ensure the safety and security of citizens, while also underscoring the spirit of goodwill and camaraderie among those serving on both sides of the International Border.
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Digital Desk | Bangkok, Nov 8 (IANS) Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has inaugurated the Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2026, the longest Diwali celebration outside India, spanning 27 days across the month of November, the Indian Embassy in Thailand said. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul inaugurated the Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival 2026 today in the presence of Ambassador Puneet Agrawal, Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phancharoenworakul, Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt and Governor of Tourism Authority of Thailand Thapanee Kiatphaibool at ICONSIAM Bangkok, the Embassy said on social media platform X. The Indian classical dance form Kuchipudi was presented at the inauguration. A cultural troupe from India, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), presented the vibrant Indian classical dance form Kuchipudi at the event, the Embassy said. The festival is being celebrated across Thailand in collaboration with the Indian Embassy, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Indian diaspora associations. The longest Diwali celebration outside India, spanning 27 days across the month of November, the Amazing Thailand Grand Diwali Festival is being celebrated across Thailand in collaboration with the Embassy of India, Tourism Authority of Thailand, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, and Indian diaspora associations and is an opportunity for visitors from all faiths & walks of life to experience and cherish India's rich cultural diversity in its full splendour, it said. The Embassy described the celebrations as a reflection of the close ties between the two nations. The enthusiastic celebration of Diwali across Thailand is a symbol of the deep and ever growing cultural and people-to-people connect between India and Thailand, it added. Meanwhile, Diwali was also celebrated with great enthusiasm in San Antonio in the US, jointly organised by the City of San Antonio and Anuja SA San AntonioChennai Sister City Alliance. Consul General D.C. Manjunath joined San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, city Council members and community leaders for the festivities, celebrating the spirit of friendship and cultural connections between India and the United States, the Consulate General of India in Houston said on X. The celebrations featured the Diwali River Parade, with colourful floats representing various Indian states, traditional cultural performances, music and Indian cuisine, with thousands of visitors enjoying the festivities along San Antonio's River Walk. The event highlighted the growing cultural ties between India and San Antonio and the important role of the Indian-American community in fostering people-to-people connections, the Consulate said.
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Gadchiroli celebrates first-ever 'Maoism-Free Diwali' in remote Binagunda
Digital Desk | Gadchiroli (Maharashtra), Nov 8 (IANS) In a powerful symbol of peace and renewed hope, the Gadchiroli Police in Maharashtra on Sunday celebrated Diwali with villagers and security personnel across the district under the theme 'Maoism-Free Diwali'. The celebrations were particularly significant in the remote and once Maoist-affected village of Binagunda, where the festival was celebrated for the first time under the new security environment. The initiative was organised across all 70 police stations, outposts and police assistance centres in Gadchiroli district under the guidance of Superintendent of Police (SP) M. Ramesh. Senior police officers visited remote locations to celebrate the festival with local residents, distributing sweets and firecrackers and strengthening the bond between the police and communities. SP M. Ramesh personally visited the Binagunda Police Assistance Centre and celebrated Diwali with villagers and security personnel. He said that the establishment of the Binagunda Armed Outpost in January 2026, followed by the success of 'Operation Antim Prahar' in May, had played a crucial role in eliminating Maoist influence from the district. Earlier, the darkness of Maoist fear prevailed in these forests, and the sound of gunfire echoed through the region. Today, after 40 years of struggle, the sound of Diwali firecrackers can be heard here. We are visiting homes, lighting lamps and spreading light and confidence in people's hearts, Ramesh said. He credited the success to the sacrifices and dedication of personnel from C-60, CRPF, SRPF and the Gadchiroli District Police. Similar celebrations were organised at Gardewada, Pendhri and Jimalgatta under the supervision of senior officers. Police personnel also celebrated Diwali with surrendered Maoist cadres residing at Navjeevan Vasahat in Gadchiroli. In another humanitarian initiative, foodgrains, festive snacks and essential supplies were distributed to farmers in drought-affected remote areas with the support of social organisations. Ramesh said peace, public participation, mutual trust and development were as important as security in building a Naxalism-free Gadchiroli.
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, French President Emmanuel Macron, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan were among the world leaders who extended greetings on Diwali on Sunday. Diwali carries a shared message of hope. It reminds us that light is not only something we celebrate, but something we create - through acts of generosity, service, and the care we show one another, Carney said in a statement. On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish a very happy Diwali to all those celebrating, he added. French President Macron shared his greetings on Instagram in English and Hindi, which the French Embassy in India wrote on social media platform X. Wishing all my Indian friends in India, France, and around the world, a very happy Diwali! May its light inspire us to ever uphold unity, peace, and hope! the French President said. Deepavali therefore provides a valuable opportunity to renew our resolve to build a better, more just and compassionate society by choosing kindness over hatred, coexistence over division, and justice over injustice, Sri Lankan President Dissanayake said on X. Best wishes to all those celebrating Diwali in the UAE and around the world. May this celebration and the year ahead bring good health and prosperity to you and your families, the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said on X. In Caracas, Venezuelas Acting President Delcy Rodriguez attended a Diwali celebration hosted by the Venezuelan government and the Embassy of India. UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk said the glow of a diya was a beautiful reminder of the power of a little light to cast away darkness. Earlier on Sunday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Guyana President Irfaan Ali extended Diwali wishes, while Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov greeted Indians in a Hindi video message. On Saturday, the UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong extended greetings, and on Friday, US President Donald Trump marked Diwali in the Oval Office. Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolises the victory of good over evil and light over darkness, and is celebrated with earthen lamps and prayers to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi.
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