Diwali 2024 brings with it unique aspects for celebration, particularly regarding the timing of the Lakshmi Puja due to an overlap in the Amavasya (new moon) tithi. This year’s Diwali falls across two days, beginning on October 31 at 3:52 PM and concluding on November 1 at 6:16 PM, creating…
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Diwali 2024: Important Dates and Puja Timings
Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is a cherished Hindu festival celebrating light, prosperity, and the victory of good over evil. In 2024, Diwali falls on October 31, marked by lighting oil lamps, decorating homes with rangolis, sharing sweets, and performing the traditional Laxmi Puja. This festival, celebrated globally by Hindu…
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India and China Finalize Troop Disengagement at Key LAC Points in Depsang and Demchok
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Canada Accuses India’s Amit Shah of Intimidation Campaign Against Sikh Separatists
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Ayodhya’s First Diwali at Ram Mandir to Shine with 2.5 Million Diyas, Drone Shows, and Cultural Splendor
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Canada’s Opposition Leader Cancels Diwali Celebration Amid Diplomatic Tensions; Indian Community Expresses Disappointment
In light of escalating diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, Canadian opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has decided to cancel the annual Diwali celebration that was set to take place on Parliament Hill. This move has sparked discontent among Indo-Canadians, with many expressing feelings of betrayal and exclusion. Shiv Bhasker, president…
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PM Modi Accuses Delhi, Bengal of Blocking Ayushman Bharat for Political Gains
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