Delhi-NCR's air quality 'very poor' after Diwali fireworks

IANS | October 21, 2025 8:56 AM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi-NCR remained in the 'very poor' category, reaching 400 on Tuesday morning, a day after Diwali festivities, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

K’taka govt has not banned RSS: Siddaramaiah

IANS | October 20, 2025 10:32 PM

Mangaluru, Oct 20 (IANS) Responding to charges that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is targeted in the state, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified that the government has not banned the RSS.

FBI Director Patel, US lawmakers extend wishes on Diwali

IANS | October 20, 2025 8:41 PM

Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) A leading member of the Donald Trump administration, along with prominent lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties, have conveyed their wishes on the occasion of Diwali.