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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.

This Deepavali reflection by His Grace Satya Gaura Chandra Dasa Prabhuji emphasises the festival’s deeper spiritual essence—celebrating the victory of dharma over adharma, reconnecting with divine values, and overcoming inner vices. Through devotional acts and Vedic wisdom, the festival becomes a pathway to inner transformation and lasting peace.

Private professional colleges in Telangana have announced closure from November 3, citing the government's failure to release Rs 1,200 crore in fee reimbursement dues. FATHI has issued a notice and scheduled meetings with stakeholders ahead of the shutdown.

The historic Calcutta Stock Exchange, founded in 1908, is set to celebrate its final Kali Puja and Diwali as it prepares to exit the stock exchange business. SEBI approval, land sale, and employee VRS mark the winding-up process.

BJP slammed SP chief Akhilesh Yadav for questioning Diwali spending on diyas, calling his remarks insensitive to Hindu traditions. The row intensifies as Ayodhya prepares for a record-breaking Deepotsav 2025, celebrating cultural pride with millions of diyas and grand festivities

Gold prices touched a record Rs 1,30,874 per 10 grams ahead of Diwali, driven by global trade tensions, rupee depreciation, and strong investor demand. Analysts predict further gains as buyers rush to gold amid market uncertainty and safe-haven appeal.

Tamil Nadu Police and Fire Services have deployed over 26,000 personnel across the state ahead of the Deepavali rush. The measures include drone surveillance, control rooms, fire safety checks, and mobile X-ray scanners to ensure public safety during celebrations.

Hyderabad’s Sadar festival on 22 October will feature Gholu-3, a 2.42-tonne Murrah bull from Haryana with 22 championship titles. The bull follows a lavish diet and will be paraded alongside other decorated bulls from Punjab and Haryana.

With Diwali shopping in full swing, Hyderabad Cybercrime Police warn citizens about rising online scams involving fake shopping links, malicious apps, and phishing messages. Officials urge people to stay alert, avoid unverified links, and report any suspicious activity immediately

The Supreme Court allowed the sale and bursting of green crackers in Delhi-NCR from October 18–21 for Diwali, balancing environmental concerns and festive traditions. Authorities must monitor pollution levels, and illegal firecracker sales will face strict penalties