Parineeti celebrates Karwa Chauth on plane, breaks fast at 35,000 ft
Actress Parineeti Chopra celebrated Karwa Chauth with husband Raghav Chadha aboard a flight at 35,000 feet. She spotted the moon from the aeroplane's window before Chadha helped her break her fast. "Karwa Chauth is wherever we are...You make all my dreams come true Ragaii," she wrote. Their mid-air celebration recalled a similar moment shared by Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas.
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Actress Parineeti Chopra celebrated Karwa Chauth with husband Raghav Chadha aboard a flight at 35,000 feet. She spotted the moon from the aeroplane's window before Chadha helped her break her fast. "Karwa Chauth is wherever we are...You make all my dreams come true Ragaii," she wrote. Their mid-air celebration recalled a similar moment shared by Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas.
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BJP chief Nitin Nabin to host Diwali event for diplomats from 50 nations
BJP President Nitin Nabin will host a Diwali get-together for the diplomatic community at the party headquarters on Friday, with over 90 diplomats from around 50 countries expected to attend. The gathering will include heads of missions, senior diplomats and senior BJP leaders. Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated across India on November 8.
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04:06 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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BJP President Nitin Nabin will host a Diwali get-together for the diplomatic community at the party headquarters on Friday, with over 90 diplomats from around 50 countries expected to attend. The gathering will include heads of missions, senior diplomats and senior BJP leaders. Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated across India on November 8.
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Houston City Hall in US celebrates Diwali for 3rd consecutive year
The Consulate General of India in Houston partnered with the Office of the Mayor to celebrate Diwali at Houston City Hall. It was the third consecutive year that Houston City Hall hosted Diwali celebrations. The event was attended by elected officials, civic leaders and the Indian-American community and featured traditional lamp lighting, cultural performances, and festive sweets.
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04:05 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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The Consulate General of India in Houston partnered with the Office of the Mayor to celebrate Diwali at Houston City Hall. It was the third consecutive year that Houston City Hall hosted Diwali celebrations. The event was attended by elected officials, civic leaders and the Indian-American community and featured traditional lamp lighting, cultural performances, and festive sweets.
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What is 'Pathron Ka Mela', celebrated in Himachal the day after Diwali?
A centuries-old 'Pathron Ka Mela' is held the day after Diwali in Himachal Pradesh's Dhami. As part of the tradition, two groups of villagers, Halog and Jamog, pelt stones at each other until someone is injured and starts bleeding. The blood is then smeared on the forehead of Goddess Kali, as the injured person is considered an honoured devotee.
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04:04 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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A centuries-old 'Pathron Ka Mela' is held the day after Diwali in Himachal Pradesh's Dhami. As part of the tradition, two groups of villagers, Halog and Jamog, pelt stones at each other until someone is injured and starts bleeding. The blood is then smeared on the forehead of Goddess Kali, as the injured person is considered an honoured devotee.
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India suffer historic defeat against Kiwis, lose T20I in New Zealand after 7 years
New Zealand defeated India by 87 runs in the fourth T20I in Auckland on Friday. It is India's biggest defeat (by runs) against the Kiwis. The hosts scored 259/7 before restricting India to 172/9. India last lost a T20I in New Zealand on February 10, 2019, while their previous biggest defeat against New Zealand was by 80 runs in Wellington.
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04:28 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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New Zealand defeated India by 87 runs in the fourth T20I in Auckland on Friday. It is India's biggest defeat (by runs) against the Kiwis. The hosts scored 259/7 before restricting India to 172/9. India last lost a T20I in New Zealand on February 10, 2019, while their previous biggest defeat against New Zealand was by 80 runs in Wellington.
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Claude AI performs brain surgery without any human help
US-based startup Exin Therapeutics announced that Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5 successfully performed brain surgery on a mouse without human help. CEO Gabriel Ocana-Santero said Sonnet was tasked with reducing seizures in the rat and picked the drug and the targeted brain region by itself before injecting 250 nanolitres over five minutes. It also used a camera to check for bleeding.
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04:52 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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US-based startup Exin Therapeutics announced that Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5 successfully performed brain surgery on a mouse without human help. CEO Gabriel Ocana-Santero said Sonnet was tasked with reducing seizures in the rat and picked the drug and the targeted brain region by itself before injecting 250 nanolitres over five minutes. It also used a camera to check for bleeding.
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What is 'Kauriya Kathi', practised in Odisha on Diwali?
In Odisha, people practise 'Kauriya Kathi' on Diwali by burning jute sticks to honour and invoke their ancestors. After performing puja at home, residents step outside and burn the sticks while calling out the names of their forefathers, with some believing the ritual invites them. The tradition stems from the belief that ancestors reside in the wide, open sky.
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05:39 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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In Odisha, people practise 'Kauriya Kathi' on Diwali by burning jute sticks to honour and invoke their ancestors. After performing puja at home, residents step outside and burn the sticks while calling out the names of their forefathers, with some believing the ritual invites them. The tradition stems from the belief that ancestors reside in the wide, open sky.
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Which plants are considered auspicious for wealth & should be bought before Diwali?
Tulsi plant, Bamboo plant, Money plant, Rose plant and Harsingar plant are considered auspicious for wealth and good luck and should be bought before Diwali, as per News18. Tulsi plant ensures Goddess Lakshmi permanently resides in home while Bamboo plant is universally regarded as a symbol of continuous growth. Money plants are celebrated symbols of good fortune in Vastu Shastra.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
06:58 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Tulsi plant, Bamboo plant, Money plant, Rose plant and Harsingar plant are considered auspicious for wealth and good luck and should be bought before Diwali, as per News18. Tulsi plant ensures Goddess Lakshmi permanently resides in home while Bamboo plant is universally regarded as a symbol of continuous growth. Money plants are celebrated symbols of good fortune in Vastu Shastra.
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Manisha Bhanwala becomes first Indian woman in history to win gold at World Wrestling Championships
Manisha Bhanwala on Friday became the first Indian woman to win gold at the World Wrestling Championships. The 29-year-old overturned a 0-6 deficit to defeat USA's Abigail Elizabeth Nette 8-6 in the 59-kg category final in Astana, Kazakhstan. She also became India's first wrestling world champion since Sushil Kumar won the men's 66kg title at 2010 Championships in Moscow.
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08:08 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Manisha Bhanwala on Friday became the first Indian woman to win gold at the World Wrestling Championships. The 29-year-old overturned a 0-6 deficit to defeat USA's Abigail Elizabeth Nette 8-6 in the 59-kg category final in Astana, Kazakhstan. She also became India's first wrestling world champion since Sushil Kumar won the men's 66kg title at 2010 Championships in Moscow.
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What is Bhoot Chaturdashi, night of the spirits in West Bengal?
Bhoot Chaturdashi is observed on the eve of Kali Puja. It is believed that spirits of 14 generations of ancestors, known collectively as Choddo Purush, return to the earthly world for a visit. Fourteen lamps are placed around the house as it is believed that each lamp represents one of the 14 generations of ancestors and guides them home.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
08:03 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Bhoot Chaturdashi is observed on the eve of Kali Puja. It is believed that spirits of 14 generations of ancestors, known collectively as Choddo Purush, return to the earthly world for a visit. Fourteen lamps are placed around the house as it is believed that each lamp represents one of the 14 generations of ancestors and guides them home.
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Gold prices see massive fall in India a day after Karwa Chauth
Gold prices in India recorded a massive fall on Friday, a day after the country celebrated Karwa Chauth and after the precious metal saw increased volatility over the week. Gold got cheaper by over ₹2,200 to hit ₹1,40,054/10 grams, IBJA data showed. Silver fell by over ₹9,100 on Friday and by over ₹13,000 in the week to end at ₹1,81,344/kilogram.
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News By: Ashley Paul
08:26 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Gold prices in India recorded a massive fall on Friday, a day after the country celebrated Karwa Chauth and after the precious metal saw increased volatility over the week. Gold got cheaper by over ₹2,200 to hit ₹1,40,054/10 grams, IBJA data showed. Silver fell by over ₹9,100 on Friday and by over ₹13,000 in the week to end at ₹1,81,344/kilogram.
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What are Motilal Oswal's target prices for TVS Motor and Bajaj Auto?
Motilal Oswal Wealth Management has set target prices of ₹4,817 for TVS Motor and ₹12,162 for Bajaj Auto. It highlighted TVS Motor's 27% year-on-year volume growth in the second quarter of FY27, compared with Bajaj Auto's 20%. The brokerage's preferred OEM picks were Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and TVS Motor, citing their product positioning and growth opportunities.
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News By: Pravel Jain
08:55 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Motilal Oswal Wealth Management has set target prices of ₹4,817 for TVS Motor and ₹12,162 for Bajaj Auto. It highlighted TVS Motor's 27% year-on-year volume growth in the second quarter of FY27, compared with Bajaj Auto's 20%. The brokerage's preferred OEM picks were Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and TVS Motor, citing their product positioning and growth opportunities.
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What to check before buying firecracker insurance this Diwali?
Before buying firecracker insurance, one should carefully read the policy terms and conditions. Check whether it covers firecracker-related injuries, accidental fires, property damage and third-party liability. Review exclusions for illegal fireworks, unlawful activities, negligence and other specified events. Also verify coverage limits, the claims process and policy validity before purchasing.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
09:27 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Before buying firecracker insurance, one should carefully read the policy terms and conditions. Check whether it covers firecracker-related injuries, accidental fires, property damage and third-party liability. Review exclusions for illegal fireworks, unlawful activities, negligence and other specified events. Also verify coverage limits, the claims process and policy validity before purchasing.
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What to buy and what to avoid when shopping this Dhanteras?
Several items are traditionally bought during Dhanteras as symbols of wealth, prosperity and well-being. Popular choices include gold, silver, brass, copper and steel utensils, brooms, coriander seeds, Lakshmi-Ganesha idols, earthen diyas and account books. Some households avoid buying iron, sharp objects, glass items, black-coloured goods and unnecessary purchases on credit, CNBC-TV18 reported.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
09:18 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Several items are traditionally bought during Dhanteras as symbols of wealth, prosperity and well-being. Popular choices include gold, silver, brass, copper and steel utensils, brooms, coriander seeds, Lakshmi-Ganesha idols, earthen diyas and account books. Some households avoid buying iron, sharp objects, glass items, black-coloured goods and unnecessary purchases on credit, CNBC-TV18 reported.
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ISRO successfully launches next-gen satellite to strengthen India's own GPS
ISRO successfully launched its next-generation NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket from Sriharikota on Friday night. The 2,232-kg satellite is designed to strengthen NavIC, India's indigenous alternative to GPS. Carrying an Indian-made atomic clock and an additional L1 signal, NVS-03 aims to improve positioning and navigation services across India and neighbouring regions.
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12:26 am Saturday, 31 October 2026
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ISRO successfully launched its next-generation NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket from Sriharikota on Friday night. The 2,232-kg satellite is designed to strengthen NavIC, India's indigenous alternative to GPS. Carrying an Indian-made atomic clock and an additional L1 signal, NVS-03 aims to improve positioning and navigation services across India and neighbouring regions.
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif trolled for celebrating Pakistan's win over India at Hong Kong Sixes
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has been trolled after he shared a post on X celebrating Pakistan's win over India at Hong Kong Sixes. A social media user commented, "This is so embarrassing. Hong Kong Sixes is not even real cricket." "Declare National Holiday tomorrow now," another wrote. "Congratulations Pakistan for winning the World Cup," another comment read.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
07:00 am Saturday, 31 October 2026
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has been trolled after he shared a post on X celebrating Pakistan's win over India at Hong Kong Sixes. A social media user commented, "This is so embarrassing. Hong Kong Sixes is not even real cricket." "Declare National Holiday tomorrow now," another wrote. "Congratulations Pakistan for winning the World Cup," another comment read.
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Varalaxmi's husband draws moon to help her break Karwa Chauth fast
Actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar shared a video showing her husband, Nicholai Sachdev, drawing a moon on a page to help her break her Karwa Chauth fast. She had struggled to spot the moon amid cloudy skies in Hyderabad. "Hide and seek...Karwa Chauth. Thank you chand for hiding behind the clouds," she wrote. She eventually spotted the actual moon.
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06:24 pm Friday, 30 October 2026
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Actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar shared a video showing her husband, Nicholai Sachdev, drawing a moon on a page to help her break her Karwa Chauth fast. She had struggled to spot the moon amid cloudy skies in Hyderabad. "Hide and seek...Karwa Chauth. Thank you chand for hiding behind the clouds," she wrote. She eventually spotted the actual moon.
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In pics: Women celebrating Karwa Chauth across India
Women across India celebrated Karwa Chauth on Thursday, October 29. Images showed celebrations in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad and Prayagraj (Pics 1 and 2), Patna (Pic 3), Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal and Indore (Pics 4 and 5), Ahmedabad (Pics 6 and 7) and Amritsar (Pic 8). Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and celebrities, including Shilpa Shetty Kundra, also celebrated the festival.
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News By: Garima Garg
08:48 am Saturday, 31 October 2026
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Women across India celebrated Karwa Chauth on Thursday, October 29. Images showed celebrations in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad and Prayagraj (Pics 1 and 2), Patna (Pic 3), Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal and Indore (Pics 4 and 5), Ahmedabad (Pics 6 and 7) and Amritsar (Pic 8). Delhi CM Rekha Gupta and celebrities, including Shilpa Shetty Kundra, also celebrated the festival.
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What is Diyari, the other Diwali celebrated by tribals in Chhattisgarh?
Diyari, also known as Devari, is a traditional harvest festival celebrated primarily by tribal communities in Chhattisgarh on the same day as Diwali. One of the customs involves symbolically marrying crops to a Lord Narayana idol in agricultural fields. The festival is dedicated to farm animals, and crops are worshipped as a representation of Goddess Lakshmi and agricultural prosperity.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
09:35 am Saturday, 31 October 2026
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Diyari, also known as Devari, is a traditional harvest festival celebrated primarily by tribal communities in Chhattisgarh on the same day as Diwali. One of the customs involves symbolically marrying crops to a Lord Narayana idol in agricultural fields. The festival is dedicated to farm animals, and crops are worshipped as a representation of Goddess Lakshmi and agricultural prosperity.
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You can now own land in Ayodhya 15 mins from Ram Mandir at 'The Sarayu®'
Land prices in Ayodhya have risen 25-40% citywide since 2019, backed by Ayodhya's ₹85,000 crore Master Plan 2031, said HoABL. You can own luxury villa plots at The Sarayu®, 15 minutes from Ram Mandir, on the banks of holy river Sarayu. The development boasts an upcoming The Leela Palace hotel and landowners like Amitabh Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor, HoABL added.
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News By: Roshan Gupta
10:13 am Saturday, 31 October 2026
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Land prices in Ayodhya have risen 25-40% citywide since 2019, backed by Ayodhya's ₹85,000 crore Master Plan 2031, said HoABL. You can own luxury villa plots at The Sarayu®, 15 minutes from Ram Mandir, on the banks of holy river Sarayu. The development boasts an upcoming The Leela Palace hotel and landowners like Amitabh Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor, HoABL added.
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