President Murmu wishes citizens on eve of Diwali

IANS | November 7, 2026 7:35 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday extended greetings to the citizens on the eve of the Diwali festival, urging youth to contribute enthusiastically towards building a 'Viksit Bharat' while being guided by Indian values.

US Governors salute Indian Americans on Diwali

IANS | November 6, 2026 3:01 PM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) For the first time, Governors across five US states have celebrated Diwali at official venues, recognising Indian Americans’ contributions to business, public service and cultural diversity.

'Deepotsav 2026' commences in Ayodhya

IANS | November 5, 2026 9:28 PM

Ayodhya, Nov 5 (IANS) The 2026 edition of Deepotsav commenced in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Thursday, with river banks being illuminated with lakhs of 'diyas'.