KSHMR: I celebrate Diwali at all my concerts (Exclusive)
1 year, 2 months ago

KSHMR: I celebrate Diwali at all my concerts (Exclusive)

Hindustan Times  

He is all excited to indulge in besan laddoos as he preps for the shoot in Mumbai. KSHMR celebrates Diwali exclusively with HT City KSHMR lights diyas during the exclusive shoot Though he grew up in America and his dad “never really celebrated any festivals”, KSHMR has fond memories of celebrating Diwali in India a couple of times: “When I was young, I would visit my grandparents in East of Kailash in Delhi and celebrate the festival with them. I have fond memories of spending time with them.” KSHMR He adds, “I travelled to India around Diwali five years ago to meet my pianist friend Hasit Nanda in Gurugram. I celebrated the festival with them.” KSHMR decorates the door with a toran KSHMR says music is a light he spreads and that makes him feel empowered. That’s the legacy I want to leave behind.” KSHMR relishes the besan laddoo, a Diwali staple Recalling a dark phase when music acted like a light and helped him navigate the phase, KSHMR says, “When I was young, my parents split up.

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British High Commissioner Expresses Excitement for First Diwali in India
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British High Commissioner Expresses Excitement for First Diwali in India

Hindustan Times  

British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, expresses excitement about her first Diwali in India. She enjoys the vibrant celebrations in Delhi, particularly the Chhoti Diwali parties with friends and family. Cameron shares her favorite dishes, including kaju katli and jalebi, and expresses her desire to learn proper saree folding and wear a saree properly.

Diwali Celebrations Across Country Despite Air Quality Ban
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Diwali Celebrations Across Country Despite Air Quality Ban

Hindustan Times  

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Diwali 2024: A City's Light Show As Delhi's AQI Deteriorates
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ABP News  

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A Glimpse into Diwali's Splendor: From Zanjeer to Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

Hindustan Times  

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Indian marks Diwali by lighting a record number of earthen lamps
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Indian marks Diwali by lighting a record number of earthen lamps

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Millions of Indians began celebrating …

Diwali: A Celebration of Light and Faith Across India and the Diaspora
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Diwali: A Celebration of Light and Faith Across India and the Diaspora

India TV News  

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A Symphony of Light and Music: Tatvaa Arts Presents a Magical Evening of Hindustani Classical Music in Hyderabad
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New Indian Express  

A soulful morning of Hindustani Classical music filled the Botanical Gardens of Kondapur as Tatvaa Arts hosted the fourth edition of their festive concert. The stage, surrounded by calm greenery, welcomed the dawn chorus with birds joining the melody. The performance began with a devotional opening of Shri Kameshwari and Durge Bhavani Dayani, followed by a transition to Raag Bhatiyaar, …

Ayodhya Lights Up for Diwali with 28 Lakh Diyas
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Ayodhya Lights Up for Diwali with 28 Lakh Diyas

Hindustan Times  

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Traffic Chaos as Diljit Dosanjh's Concert Hits Delhi Streets
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Traffic Chaos as Diljit Dosanjh's Concert Hits Delhi Streets

India TV News  

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Diwali 2023: PM Modi, Kharge, Yogi Adityanath, others greet people. What they said
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Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Mallikarjun, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath and other among other politicians on Sunday greeted people on Diwali and wished that the festival brings joy, prosperity and health to everyone's lives. May our India be illuminated with truth, justice and love.” In an earnest expression of delight, Prime Minister Modi on Saturday had acknowledged …

The big Indian festival | Actors Kalki Koechlin, Adil Hussain, artist Hanif Kureshi and others share Diwali memories
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The big Indian festival | Actors Kalki Koechlin, Adil Hussain, artist Hanif Kureshi and others share Diwali memories

The Hindu  

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What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights, and how is it celebrated in India and the diaspora?
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What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights, and how is it celebrated in India and the diaspora?

Associated Press  

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Diwali 2023: 5 Best Places to Experience the Festival of Lights in India
1 year, 2 months ago

Diwali 2023: 5 Best Places to Experience the Festival of Lights in India

News 18  

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Diwali ‘dhamaka’ in Hyderabad after two-year Covid lull
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Diwali ‘dhamaka’ in Hyderabad after two-year Covid lull

Deccan Chronicle  

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Indians celebrate Diwali with festivities, dazzling lights
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Indians celebrate Diwali with festivities, dazzling lights

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Indians celebrated Diwali on Monday as bright earthen oil lamps and dazzling, colorful lights lit up homes and streets across the country to mark the Hindu festival that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. As dusk fell on Sunday, over 1.5 million earthen lamps were lit and kept burning for 45 minutes at Ram ki Paidi, …

Residents across India celebrate Diwali with festivities and dazzling lights
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Residents across India celebrate Diwali with festivities and dazzling lights

NPR  

Residents across India celebrate Diwali with festivities and dazzling lights Enlarge this image toggle caption Rajesh Kumar Singh/AP Rajesh Kumar Singh/AP NEW DELHI — Indians celebrated Diwali on Monday as bright earthen oil lamps and dazzling, colorful lights lit up homes and streets across the country to mark the Hindu festival that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. As …

Ayodhya's Deepotsav to Dilli Ki Diwali, unique ways to celebrate the festival of lights this year
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Ayodhya's Deepotsav to Dilli Ki Diwali, unique ways to celebrate the festival of lights this year

India TV News  

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Diwali 2020: When is it and how is it celebrated?
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Diwali 2020: When is it and how is it celebrated?

Al Jazeera  

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How the Indian diaspora celebrates Diwali
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How the Indian diaspora celebrates Diwali

Live Mint  

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This Diwali, see the festival in a new light
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This Diwali, see the festival in a new light

Live Mint  

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