11 h. ago Delhi awakes to a toxic haze after Diwali as pollution season begins

Air breathed by people in the city categorised as ‘severe’ in quality after fireworks contribute to thick smogDelhi awoke to a thick haze on Tuesday, a day after millions of people celebrated the Hindu festival of Diwali with fireworks, marking the beginning of the pollution season that has become an annual blight on India’s capital.Those in the most polluted city in the world once again found themselves breathing dangerously toxic air that fell into the “severe” category on Tuesday morning. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna celebrate Diwali in London: 'All dressed up with no mithai'

Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna celebrate Diwali in London: 'All dressed up with no mithai' - PICS  Times of India

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28 h. ago Twinkle, Akshay opt for oranges over sweets during Diwali celebration in London

Twinkle, Akshay opt for oranges over sweets during Diwali celebration in London  India Today

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31 h. ago What is Diwali, when is the religious festival and how can you celebrate

Diwali, or Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of people around the world, here's all you need to know about Diwali, including its significance and traditions

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32 h. ago Millions of Indians celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights

Millions of Indians are celebrating the Hindu festival of Diwali, marking the victory of light over darkness

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33 h. ago Diwali recipes: Four top chefs share their favourite meals to celebrate with

From perfect prawns to top-notch tandoori lamb chops, four London chefs serve up their celebratory plates

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35 h. ago Why Diwali celebrations are even more significant in the US this year

Diwali is a major religious festival for Hindus, but it is also observed by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists

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4 d. ago Priyanka Chopra kicks off Diwali celebrations early in glamorous style at star

The Citadel star joined Anoushka Shankar and Priya Kansara at The Dorchester to toast Johnnie Walker’s latest collaboration with Indian designer Rahul Mishra

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4 d. ago Diwali 2025 in Scotland: When is the Festival of Light, how it's celebrated and Scottish Diwali events

It’s one of the world’s biggest religious celebrations.

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4 d. ago Priyanka Chopra paints London red with ‘dhols, dancing, magic’ as she celebrates Diwali. Watch videos

Priyanka Chopra paints London red with ‘dhols, dancing, magic’ as she celebrates Diwali. Watch videos  The Indian Express

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4 d. ago Heartbroken dad issues firework warning two years after fire killed his wife and kids

Aroen Kishen had been celebrating Diwali with his wife Seema, their children Riyan, 11, and Arohi, eight, and four-year-old Shanaya, and family friends at their home in Hounslow in November 2023

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7 d. ago Thousands gather at London’s Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali 2025 in grand style. Watch | Trending

Thousands gather at London’s Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali 2025 in grand style. Watch | Trending  Hindustan Times

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7 d. ago Everywhere you can celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights in Wales

The global event will be celebrated on October 20, over the course of five days

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9 d. ago A look inside Condé Nast Traveller’s sparkly Diwali celebration in London, in partnership with Cartier

A look inside Condé Nast Traveller’s sparkly Diwali celebration in London, in partnership with Cartier  CN Traveller

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1 week ago Sadiq Khan rejects calls to exclude Hindu nationalist group from Diwali celebrations

Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK (VHP-UK), also known as the World Council of Hindus UK, are on the official committee of organisers for the City Hall-backed Diwali celebrations in Trafalgar Square on Sunday

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1 week ago London mayor Sadiq Khan under fire for including VHP in Diwali celebration

London mayor Sadiq Khan under fire for including VHP in Diwali celebration  Siasat.com

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1 week ago UK health officials issue advice to anyone celebrating Diwali

The UKHSA is urging people to 'come forward' if they want to have a happy, healthy Diwali

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2 w. ago Holyrood Diwali celebrations cancelled days after Foysol Choudhury suspension

The event had been due to mark the 10th anniversary of Edinburgh Diwali.

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2 w. ago Diwali 2025: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival of lights in London

Diwali celebrations are already underway. Katrina Mirpuri shares her favourite spots

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