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How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.''And this time to prove this point the RSS has prepared to help BJP win this......

51,000 diyas form 'Batoge to Katoge' slogan at Varanasi ghat

More than 51,000 diyas were lighted on Friday on Dev Deepawali at a Varanasi ghat to form 'Batoge to Katoge' -- a slogan given recently by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in a call......

UK PM's office apologises for Diwali reception menu

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office on Friday apologised for a 'mistake' in the organisation of its Diwali reception at 10 Downing Street after some British Hindus objected to non-vegetarian food......

Diwali celebrated on US Capitol Hill on grand scale

More than two dozen lawmakers and eminent Indian Americans celebrated Diwali at the Capitol, the first major event at the US Congress after last week's presidential elections. Photograph:......

Hugs, tears as Wayanad landslide survivors reunite at polling booths

Emotional scenes were witnessed at the polling stations set up for the survivors of the landslides, which hit the hill district in July this year, to cast their votes in the bypoll for the Wayanad......

Moody's says Indian economy likely to grow 7.2% in 2024

Indian economy is in a sweet spot, with a mix of solid growth and moderating inflation, Moody's Ratings said, forecasting a 7.2 per cent GDP growth in the 2024 calendar year and 6.6 per cent in the......

Samsung loses ground to Apple in premium smartphone mkt

Samsung is losing the race in India’s premium smartphone market as rival Apple continues to increase its dominance in the segment, driven by robust iPhone sales and festival season discounts.......

Festive demand helps PV wholesales rise marginally in October: SIAM

Aided by festive demand, domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rose marginally year-on-year to 393,238 units in October, industry body SIAM said on Wednesday. Photograph: Francis......

Healthy growth outlook, market share gains positive for Marico

Marico may buck the industry trend with the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) major reporting strong growth and favourable commentary in a weak quarter for the industry. Photograph: Kind......

Vehicle retail sales in India sees 32% rise Y-o-Y in Oct: FADA

The total vehicle retail sales in India witnessed a 32 per cent on-year rise in October to 28,32,944 units with all segments including two-wheelers and passenger vehicles registering strong growth,......

Moviedom Mourns Sharda Sinha

'The great singer Shardaji took Bhojpuri music and singing to the national and international level with her singing!' IMAGE: Sharda Sinha. Photograph: Kind courtesy Anurag Kashyap/Instagram Anurag......

Ranbir's Ramayana To Release In 2 Parts

Photograph: Kind courtesy Alia Bhatt/Instagram Ramayana, a live-action film adaptation of the Hindu epic directed by Nitesh Tiwari, will release in two parts on the festival of Diwali in 2026 and......

The Raj & DK Line-Up You Cannot Miss

IMAGE: Raj and DK with Samantha, who stars in Citadel: Honey Bunny. Photograph: Kind courtesy Raj And DK/Instagram It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship when two brainy boys met at an......

Guess How Much Sanya's Lehenga Costs?

Bollywood's ladies went all out, like every year, to make this Diwali fashionably festive. Namrata Thakker takes a look at the divas who wowed us with their amazing appearances. Photograph:......

Is This Diwali's Best Dressed Couple?

Bollywood's divas looked fabulous this Diwali, adding so much glamour to the festive season. And standing next to their men gave them an extra glow. Namrata Thakker looks at the fashion files of......

Watch Srikanth Kidambi Rescue His Bride

IMAGE: Radiant Shravya Varma and Srikanth Kidambi. Photograph: Kind courtesy Shravya Varma and Srikanth Kidambi/Instagram In a dazzling celebration of love, Shravya Varma, the talented niece of......

Dhoni Balances Diwali Festivities with IPL Retention

IMAGE: Mr and Mrs Dhoni perform Diwali puja. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Johns/X Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the cricket icon, celebrated Diwali amidst the excitement of his IPL 2025 retention.......

PIX: Diwali with the Tendulkars

IMAGE: Sachin Tendulkar shares Diwali glee with fans. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Sachin Tendulkar and Sara Tendulkar/Instagram As Diwali illuminated hearts and homes, sports icons came together to......

Bhuvi, Ishant, and Umesh's Diwali reunion

The Indian pace trio of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Ishant Sharma, and Umesh Yadav, renowned for their fiery performances on the cricket field, recently came together to celebrate the festive spirit of......

Manu Bhaker's Diwali Surprise!

IMAGE: Manu Bhaker was spotted engaging with street vendors selling Diwali decor. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Manu Bhaker/X Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker is not just a shooting sensation but......

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