As India prepares to celebrate Diwali in 2025, the auspicious timings for performing Lakshmi Puja have been announced. On Monday, October 20, devotees can seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi during the Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabha Kaal, with the most auspicious muhurat falling between 7:25 pm and 8:31 pm. With the festival of lights symbolizing the victory of light over darkness, people across the country are eagerly anticipating the traditional ritual of Lakshmi Puja to invite wealth, prosperity, and well-being into their homes and lives. Get the latest updates on this auspicious occasion from News24.
After the success of his last film Retro, Suriya is set to return to the screen with RJ Balaji’s Karuppu. The film's first single, "God Mode," was released on Diwali and showcases Suriya's character as the embodiment of the powerful Tamil deity Karuppuswamy. Fans expressed excitement for the track and the teaser, featuring nods to Suriya's past roles, has built anticipation for the film's release. In a continuation of his tradition, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also spend Diwali with the Indian Navy off the coast of Goa.
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, recently shared a festive image on Instagram to mark the occasion of Diwali. In his signature style, Pichai combined tradition with tech by arranging colourful barfis in the shape of the Google logo. The post received a positive response from followers around the world, with many joining in the fun and wishing Pichai and his family a happy Diwali. This is not the first time Pichai has publicly celebrated Diwali, as he has previously shared pictures of Google-themed diyas and expressed his love for the festival.
Taylor Swift will be making a "huge, exclusive" announcement on Good Morning America on October 13th. It will be a documentary series called "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The End of an Era," which will premiere on Disney+ on December 12th. The series will have six episodes with two episodes released each week, followed by a concert film shot at the tour finale in Vancouver, B.C. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement and it is expected to be a major event in the world of entertainment.
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is being celebrated with full enthusiasm and joy today, as Hindus commemorate the homecoming of Lord Rama. To mark this special occasion, Indian Express has curated a collection of heartfelt wishes and greetings to share with loved ones. Let the lights of Diwali guide you towards success and spread warmth, happiness, and festive cheer with your family and friends.
On Sunday, Indians in a northern city broke the record for the most clay oil lamps lit in a single day, as a part of their celebration of Diwali, the annual Hindu festival of lights. The festival is symbolic of the triumph of good over evil and is marked by lighting lamps and exchanging gifts with loved ones. The impressive feat of 2.61 million lamps being lit adds to the joy and festivities of this cultural event.
As India prepares to celebrate Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, The Indian Express has compiled a collection of heartfelt Diwali wishes and greetings to share with loved ones. From traditional blessings to modern messages, these wishes are sure to add an extra sparkle to the holiday.
In a must-win game against England, India's chances of qualifying for the semifinals seemed promising with Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur's partnership. However, once Mandhana was dismissed, India's chase began to unravel and the team fell short of their target of 289. A dejected Mandhana was seen struggling to hold back tears after the loss. England's Heather Knight led from the front with a century, setting up a solid total for her team.
As the festival of lights, Diwali, is right around the corner, it's essential to respond to the numerous "Happy Diwali" messages with thoughtfulness. From creative Diwali captions to status videos and images, this article has all the elements to help you spread festive cheer in your replies. After all, the way you respond reflects the light you pass on.
After months of speculation and excitement, Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha have officially welcomed their first child, a baby boy. The couple, who tied the knot in a private ceremony earlier this year, shared the joyous news on their Instagram, adding that they are “blessed beyond measure." Fans have already started sending warm wishes and congratulations to the new parents, who are overjoyed with their new arrival. Prior to the birth, the couple’s pregnancy announcement had also garnered a lot of attention and love on social media, as fans eagerly awaited the arrival of the newest member of the Chopra-Chadha family.