President, PM greet people on DiwaliOctober 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - President Pratibha Patil and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday greeted the countrymen on the festive occasion of Diwali. In a message, the president said: "On the joyous occasion of Diwali, I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to everyone in India and abroad."
"Diwali, the festival of lights is the celebration of the victory of good over evil.
Light and gold: India warms up to Diwali spiritOctober 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The mythological victory of good over evil is once again being celebrated with Diwali, the festival of lights, illuminating homes of Indians across the country and the globe with its spirit of cheer and togetherness. It may have had Hindu origins, but is now an Indian festival celebrated by all -- regardless of religion, caste or class.
PM greets nation on DiwaliOctober 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday greeted the people on Diwali, saying it was an occasion to strengthen "the bonds of friendship and goodwill". In his message, the prime minister said that Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil "and brings joy and hope to people all over the country.
Free bus ride for Delhi women on Bhai DoojOctober 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Women in the national capital can enjoy a free ride in Delhi Transport Corp (DTC) buses Monday on the occasion of Bhai Dooj, Chief Minister Shiela Dikshit announced Friday. "Women in Delhi will be able to travel free in DTC buses on Bhai Dooj.
President sends out message of harmony on DiwaliOctober 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Greeting the nation on the occasion of Diwali, President Pratibha Patil Friday said the festival of lights should bring peace, prosperity and harmony in the country. "On the joyous occasion of Diwali, I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to everyone in India and abroad.
Karnataka floods wash out Diwali spirit in BangaloreOctober 15th, 2009 BANGALORE - There are not much signs of celebrations in this city and festivities are muted. Bangaloreans do not seem to be in a mood to celebrate the festival of lights the way they did in the past because of the devastating floods in north Karnataka that killed more than 220 people and left millions homeless.
Varanasi witnesses high demand for flowers on the occasion of DiwaliOctober 15th, 2009 VARANASI - Ahead of Diwali, the festival of lights, flowers are in high demand in the holy city Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The wholesale flower market of Varanasi is popular in north India.
Lucknow to light up Diwali with eco-friendly crackersOctober 12th, 2009 LUCKNOW - Confetti, Flower Power, Fake Note Burst, Snake Mix - guess what these are? Eco-friendly firecrackers that have found many takers among Lucknow residents this Diwali. These produce sound that is under the permissible decibel level, make for safe sparkles, emit pleasant colours and come in a price range to fit all pockets to celebrate the festival Oct 17.
Canadian parliament celebrates DiwaliOctober 9th, 2009 TORONTO - The Canadian parliament celebrated Diwali this week with Prime Minister Stephen Harper and other top leaders lighting the traditional lamps. Immigration minister Jason Kenney, finance minster Jim Flaherty, public safety minister Peter Van Loan, parliamentary secretary Deepak Obhrai, opposition leader Jack Layton and parliamentarians were among the 450 dignitaries to attend the festivities Thursday night.
This Diwali, a 24-hour helpline for burn injuriesOctober 7th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Quite often the joyous mood of Diwali is marred by accidental burns while lighting fire crackers. To reach out and help during such mishaps, a helpline number will be launched next week which will be functional until after the festival is over.
Coming up: lessons in civic sense for DelhiitesSeptember 26th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhiites will be given lessons in civic sense and etiquettes ahead of the Commonwealth Games here next year. The Delhi government is preparing to act on Home Minister P.
A small Ravana for your backyard?September 24th, 2009 LUCKNOW - If you always wanted to watch the demon king Ravana burning in your courtyard on Dussehra, here is your chance to get small effigies of the demon king made exclusively for your backyard. Launched for the first time in Lucknow by pyrotechnics store Azad Crackers, the small 10-headed effigies have become quite a hit here.
Shiela Dikshit asks ministers, legislators to take pay cutsSeptember 16th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Wednesday issued an advisory proposing a 20 percent salary cut for state ministers and legislators. "I call for 20 percent salary cuts of all Delhi ministers and legislative members as an effort to save money," Dikshit told reporters here.
Block traffic, burst crackers, get noticedApril 17th, 2009 NEW DELHI - What's the simplest way to grab voter attention? Block a busy road for a few minutes and burst crackers! At least that's what happened in Delhi. Vijay Goel of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who is fighting elections against Ajay Maken of the Congress from the New Delhi seat, was travelling with his cavalcade to file nominations.
Compulsory NSS, Scouts and Guides in Delhi schools: DikshitJanuary 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Sunday said National Social Service (NSS) and Scouts & Guides training are being made compulsory in all Delhi schools to imbibe a sense of discipline and responsiveness amongst children. 'This will go a long way in imbibing a sense of discipline and responsiveness amongst children to enable them to contribute substantially in nation building,' said Dikshit.
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