Massive fire breaks out in train in Punjab
A massive fire broke out in four coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara railway station in Punjab on Friday. While the incident sparked panic among the passengers, a railway official said, "Due to the timely functioning of the safety system, the train stopped, and the fire is being brought under control." There's no information about anyone being injured.
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A massive fire broke out in four coaches of the Karmabhoomi Express near Sarai Banjara railway station in Punjab on Friday. While the incident sparked panic among the passengers, a railway official said, "Due to the timely functioning of the safety system, the train stopped, and the fire is being brought under control." There's no information about anyone being injured.
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Citizens' group sends homemade Diwali faral to soldiers guarding borders
A citizens' group from Pune and Mumbai sent homemade Diwali faral (festive snacks) to Indian soldiers serving in India's border regions including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. The snacks included traditional Maharashtrian delicacies such as chivda, chakli, ladoo and shankarpali. The initiative has been undertaken for nearly 20 years.
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04:41 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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A citizens' group from Pune and Mumbai sent homemade Diwali faral (festive snacks) to Indian soldiers serving in India's border regions including Ladakh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. The snacks included traditional Maharashtrian delicacies such as chivda, chakli, ladoo and shankarpali. The initiative has been undertaken for nearly 20 years.
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04:41 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Singapore High Commission gifts children bags full of stationery before Diwali
The Singapore High Commission gifted school bags filled with stationery to the children from neighbouring communities ahead of Diwali. "Seeing their smiles and hearing their Deepavali wishes made it all worthwhile," the commission posted on X. It also shared the pictures and videos of the gift ceremony. "Happy Diwali and god bless you...for this excellent gesture," one person commented.
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04:35 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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The Singapore High Commission gifted school bags filled with stationery to the children from neighbouring communities ahead of Diwali. "Seeing their smiles and hearing their Deepavali wishes made it all worthwhile," the commission posted on X. It also shared the pictures and videos of the gift ceremony. "Happy Diwali and god bless you...for this excellent gesture," one person commented.
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US governors & over 20 mayors host Diwali celebrations for 1st time
Governors of five US Pacific Northwest states and over 20 mayors have hosted Diwali celebrations for the first time at state capitols and city halls. The events, attended by US lawmakers and Indian-American community leaders, highlighted the community's economic and cultural contributions. The celebrations began in mid-October and will conclude on November 10 in Oregon.
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04:56 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Governors of five US Pacific Northwest states and over 20 mayors have hosted Diwali celebrations for the first time at state capitols and city halls. The events, attended by US lawmakers and Indian-American community leaders, highlighted the community's economic and cultural contributions. The celebrations began in mid-October and will conclude on November 10 in Oregon.
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In pics: Soldiers along LoC celebrating Diwali away from family
The Indian Army celebrated Diwali along the Line of Control (LoC). Away from their homes, troops marked the festival ahead of the main day. In the pictures, they can be seen lighting diyas along the fence, bursting crackers and performing puja. As a tradition, members of the Army and Border Security Force light diyas (lamps) along the border each year.
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04:31 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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The Indian Army celebrated Diwali along the Line of Control (LoC). Away from their homes, troops marked the festival ahead of the main day. In the pictures, they can be seen lighting diyas along the fence, bursting crackers and performing puja. As a tradition, members of the Army and Border Security Force light diyas (lamps) along the border each year.
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PM Modi meets Suryakumar Yadav and his family ahead of Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and his family at his residence in Delhi on Friday ahead of Diwali. Suryakumar, accompanied by wife Devisha and daughter Riddhima, showed PM Modi his medal from India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph. A young girl also sang a devotional song for PM Modi, who applauded her performance.
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05:01 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and his family at his residence in Delhi on Friday ahead of Diwali. Suryakumar, accompanied by wife Devisha and daughter Riddhima, showed PM Modi his medal from India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph. A young girl also sang a devotional song for PM Modi, who applauded her performance.
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DMRC announces revised metro timings for Diwali
The last train from the terminal stations of all metro lines will commence at 10 pm, instead of the usual 11 pm, on the occasion of Diwali on November 8, DMRC said. Additionally, services on Pink, Magenta and Grey Lines will begin at 6 am from terminal stations instead of 7 am. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly.
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News By: Garima Garg
04:25 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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The last train from the terminal stations of all metro lines will commence at 10 pm, instead of the usual 11 pm, on the occasion of Diwali on November 8, DMRC said. Additionally, services on Pink, Magenta and Grey Lines will begin at 6 am from terminal stations instead of 7 am. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly.
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Gold gets cheaper on Dhanteras in India
Gold prices in India ended lower on Friday as the country celebrated Dhanteras. IBJA data showed that gold prices fell by ₹2,677 to ₹1,41,452 per 10 grams, while silver prices also fell by ₹4,432, closing at ₹1,82,868 per kilogram. Despite the weak showing on Friday, gold and silver saw gains of ₹1,398 and ₹1,524, respectively, over the Dhanteras week.
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06:44 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Gold prices in India ended lower on Friday as the country celebrated Dhanteras. IBJA data showed that gold prices fell by ₹2,677 to ₹1,41,452 per 10 grams, while silver prices also fell by ₹4,432, closing at ₹1,82,868 per kilogram. Despite the weak showing on Friday, gold and silver saw gains of ₹1,398 and ₹1,524, respectively, over the Dhanteras week.
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Maha declares holiday for govt employees in Mumbai on Nov 9 in view of Diwali
The Maharashtra government declared a local holiday for state government and semi-government offices in Mumbai on November 9, on account of Diwali. It'll apply to government and semi-government offices located in Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts. The order is in addition to local holidays already declared for these offices on occasions of Gopalkala (Dahi Handi) and Anant Chaturdashi.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
07:21 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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The Maharashtra government declared a local holiday for state government and semi-government offices in Mumbai on November 9, on account of Diwali. It'll apply to government and semi-government offices located in Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban districts. The order is in addition to local holidays already declared for these offices on occasions of Gopalkala (Dahi Handi) and Anant Chaturdashi.
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Hundreds of devotees perform aarti in Ayodhya ahead of Diwali
Hundreds of devotees performed aarti at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya.
as part of the rehearsal of mass aarti that will be attended by the President Droupadi Murmu, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. "Arrangements for the ceremonial lighting of lamps are also fully in place, and the decorations are nearly complete," Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi said.
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07:42 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Hundreds of devotees performed aarti at Saryu Ghat in Ayodhya.
as part of the rehearsal of mass aarti that will be attended by the President Droupadi Murmu, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. "Arrangements for the ceremonial lighting of lamps are also fully in place, and the decorations are nearly complete," Ayodhya Mayor Girish Pati Tripathi said.
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CBSE releases Class 10, 12 board exam date sheets
CBSE has released the 2027 board exam date sheets for Classes 10 and 12, with examinations beginning on February 16. Class 10 exams will conclude on March 9, while Class 12 exams will end on April 9. Over 26.5 lakh Class 10 students and 19.8 lakh Class 12 students have registered. All scheduled board examinations will begin at 10.30 am.
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07:59 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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CBSE has released the 2027 board exam date sheets for Classes 10 and 12, with examinations beginning on February 16. Class 10 exams will conclude on March 9, while Class 12 exams will end on April 9. Over 26.5 lakh Class 10 students and 19.8 lakh Class 12 students have registered. All scheduled board examinations will begin at 10.30 am.
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What is Masik Shivratri?
Masik Shivratri, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is observed every lunar month on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi. According to Drik Panchang, Shivratri is regarded as a festival celebrating the union of Lord Shiva and Shakti. Hindu religious beliefs associate the midnight period of Shivratri with the appearance of Lord Shiva in the form of a Shiva Lingam.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
08:37 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Masik Shivratri, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is observed every lunar month on Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi. According to Drik Panchang, Shivratri is regarded as a festival celebrating the union of Lord Shiva and Shakti. Hindu religious beliefs associate the midnight period of Shivratri with the appearance of Lord Shiva in the form of a Shiva Lingam.
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08:37 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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Man cuts train seat with knife to keep his phone; video sparks outrage
A man in train was confronted by co-passengers after he used a knife to cut a train seat in order to keep his phone. When asked why he did that, he told the co-passengers that he wanted to keep the phone there while charging it. Reacting to the video online, people sought strict action and hefty fines against such acts.
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11:03 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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A man in train was confronted by co-passengers after he used a knife to cut a train seat in order to keep his phone. When asked why he did that, he told the co-passengers that he wanted to keep the phone there while charging it. Reacting to the video online, people sought strict action and hefty fines against such acts.
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Mohammad Shami retires from Test cricket
India fast bowler Mohammad Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on November 6, exactly 13 years after making his debut against West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in 2013. The 36-year-old took 229 wickets in 64 Tests, including six five-wicket hauls. His last Test was the World Test Championship 2023 final against Australia at The Oval in London.
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11:37 pm Friday, 06 November 2026
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India fast bowler Mohammad Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on November 6, exactly 13 years after making his debut against West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in 2013. The 36-year-old took 229 wickets in 64 Tests, including six five-wicket hauls. His last Test was the World Test Championship 2023 final against Australia at The Oval in London.
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List of most polluted Indian cities on Friday released
The Central Pollution Control Board released its list of India's most polluted cities on Friday. Panchgaon topped the list with an AQI of 426, followed by Gajraula (407), Ballabgarh (397), Delhi (382), Khairthal (378) and Gurugram (368). Anpara and Bhiwani shared an AQI of 353, followed by Bileipada (348), Bhiwadi (335) and Hisar (333).
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07:01 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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The Central Pollution Control Board released its list of India's most polluted cities on Friday. Panchgaon topped the list with an AQI of 426, followed by Gajraula (407), Ballabgarh (397), Delhi (382), Khairthal (378) and Gurugram (368). Anpara and Bhiwani shared an AQI of 353, followed by Bileipada (348), Bhiwadi (335) and Hisar (333).
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What are the time slots to burst green crackers in Delhi-NCR today & tomorrow?
People in Delhi-NCR can burst certified green crackers during two specific time slots on November 7 and 8, i.e. Choti Diwali and Diwali. The slots are 6 am to 7 am in the morning and 8 pm to 10 pm in evening, with conventional crackers strictly prohibited. A complete blanket ban on all firecrackers will be restored from November 9.
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07:00 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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People in Delhi-NCR can burst certified green crackers during two specific time slots on November 7 and 8, i.e. Choti Diwali and Diwali. The slots are 6 am to 7 am in the morning and 8 pm to 10 pm in evening, with conventional crackers strictly prohibited. A complete blanket ban on all firecrackers will be restored from November 9.
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US bombs Iran
The US bombed Iran on Saturday, with Iranian media reporting that two missiles had struck Qeshm Island. State news agency IRNA said the two projectiles hit the Suza area of the island after locals heard the sound of an aircraft over the island. Earlier, Qatar denied reports that US and Iran had failed to reach an agreement to end war.
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08:23 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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The US bombed Iran on Saturday, with Iranian media reporting that two missiles had struck Qeshm Island. State news agency IRNA said the two projectiles hit the Suza area of the island after locals heard the sound of an aircraft over the island. Earlier, Qatar denied reports that US and Iran had failed to reach an agreement to end war.
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08:23 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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BJP chief Nitin Nabin joins Diwali celebrations at party headquarters
BJP president Nitin Nabin visited the party headquarters for a Diwali Milan gathering with staff members, office-bearers, and their families. He interacted with staff, extended festive greetings and distributed sweets and gifts. This follows a Diwali gathering hosted by Nabin for heads of mission and senior diplomats on October 30. Notably, Diwali will be celebrated on November 8.
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09:07 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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BJP president Nitin Nabin visited the party headquarters for a Diwali Milan gathering with staff members, office-bearers, and their families. He interacted with staff, extended festive greetings and distributed sweets and gifts. This follows a Diwali gathering hosted by Nabin for heads of mission and senior diplomats on October 30. Notably, Diwali will be celebrated on November 8.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to celebrate Diwali with troops in Sikkim
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that he would visit the Sherathang War Memorial in Sikkim on Sunday to pay tribute to soldiers on Diwali. On Saturday, the eve of Diwali, he will interact with troops at Bagdogra airfield and Sukna near Darjeeling. "I shall also be interacting with the defence personnel deployed in the region," Singh added.
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09:35 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that he would visit the Sherathang War Memorial in Sikkim on Sunday to pay tribute to soldiers on Diwali. On Saturday, the eve of Diwali, he will interact with troops at Bagdogra airfield and Sukna near Darjeeling. "I shall also be interacting with the defence personnel deployed in the region," Singh added.
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Godrej Properties celebrates the spirit of Diwali with rewards
This Diwali, Godrej Properties invites everyone to experience festive spirit coming alive across its properties with 'Godrej Wali Diwali'. With special on-site rewards & festive surprises, Godrej Properties promises to make every visit a little more joyful, as it believes Diwali isn't just about celebrating homes, but also about creating special moments of happiness & togetherness along the way.
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News By: Roshan Gupta
10:21 am Saturday, 07 November 2026
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This Diwali, Godrej Properties invites everyone to experience festive spirit coming alive across its properties with 'Godrej Wali Diwali'. With special on-site rewards & festive surprises, Godrej Properties promises to make every visit a little more joyful, as it believes Diwali isn't just about celebrating homes, but also about creating special moments of happiness & togetherness along the way.
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