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Indian equity benchmarks recorded their strongest weekly gains in over a year, with the Nifty rising 8.58 per cent and Sensex gaining 8.82 per cent. Strong foreign inflows, domestic fundamentals and easing global concerns supported the rally.

Saiyami Kher says spending time with family, often through annual Diwali trips, has become a cherished tradition. She will have a working Diwali this year but hopes to celebrate with her film crew, whom she considers her second family.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar warned people against fake WhatsApp messages claiming Paytm is offering Rs 1,000 as a Diwali gift. Citizens were advised not to click suspicious links or share personal details and to report cyber frauds immediately.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to citizens on Saturday, describing the festival as a celebration of light, goodness and hope. He urged people to spread kindness, embrace positivity and work towards building a prosperous Viksit Bharat.

Hyderabad Traffic Police has advised commuters to avoid roads leading to Charminar from November 6 to 11 due to the expected Diwali rush at Bhagyalakshmi Temple. Devotees have been asked to use designated parking facilities and follow police instructions

The Supreme Court has allowed green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR during specified morning and evening hours on November 7 and 8. It prohibited fireworks near hospitals and silence zones and said the complete ban would return from November 9

The Supreme Court reserved its order on firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR, questioning poor compliance with its directions. It suggested involving prominent personalities such as Virat Kohli in awareness campaigns, stressed educating children and sought an affidavit from the Centre on enforcement

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled out a complete ban on firecrackers, saying round-the-clock fireworks would also not be allowed. The court said a middle ground was needed and indicated that specific hours could be prescribed for their use

An old video of veteran screenwriter Javed Akhtar praising the inclusiveness of Hindu culture has resurfaced online. Another viral clip shows him describing festivals such as Holi, Diwali and Eid as cultural traditions that transcend religious identity

Private professional, degree, and PG colleges in Telangana will shut down from November 3 if the state government fails to release Rs. 900 crore in pending fee reimbursement dues by November 1. A mass protest involving 10 lakh people is also planned

A 50-year-old farmer, narrowly escaped the Kurnool bus inferno that killed 19 passengers. Returning to Bengaluru after Diwali celebrations, Reddy recalled waking up around 2.30 am to thick smoke and chaos as passengers screamed and tried to escape.

Hyderabad’s Yadav community celebrates the annual Sadar buffalo carnival, blending tradition, music, and devotion. Prized buffaloes parade through decorated streets, with rituals rooted in a 1946 legacy that honors heritage, abundance, and the sacred bond between humans and cattle.

An elderly Dalit man was allegedly forced to lick the ground near a temple in Lucknow after being accused of urinating there on Diwali. Police arrested the accused, while opposition parties slammed the BJP government, calling the act a “blot on humanity.”

Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh surprised fans this Diwali by sharing the first-ever photos of their daughter Dua on social media.

Cannabis cultivation, once a traditional but banned activity, has become a profitable trade in the remote areas of Adilabad, with increasing demand from Telangana and Maharashtra. Authorities are stepping up surveillance to curb illegal growth amid rising incidents of cultivation

Breaking with tradition, the NSE and BSE will hold Diwali Muhurat trading in the afternoon between 1:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. today, marking the start of Samvat 2082. Commodity markets will follow similar timings amid festive investor optimism.

Delhi-NCR’s air quality plummeted to the ‘very poor’ category after Diwali, with several areas recording ‘severe’ pollution levels. Despite restrictions, widespread fireworks worsened air quality, prompting authorities to activate Stage-II of the Graded Response Action Plan.

As Deepavali celebrations continue across Tamil Nadu, 89 people have been injured in firecracker-related incidents, according to Health Minister Ma Subramanian. The Health Department has set up dedicated burn wards and added extra beds across government hospitals.

A 26-year-old Congress activist from Royyalapalli village drowned in the Pranahita river while taking a holy dip during Diwali celebrations. Police have launched a search operation, but the body is yet to be recovered.

Boath MLA Anil Jadhav urged citizens to embrace eco-conscious practices during festivals, distributing cow dung diyas made by the Boath Nature Conservation Society and Forest Department. The initiative promotes sustainable celebrations and receives strong community support.