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1 month ago

Tamil Nadu’s Move Towards Private Bus and Minibus Sparks Privatisation Fears Among TNSTC Employees

Published : Feb 24, 2025 23:17 IST - 13 MINS READ When the Tamil Nadu government announced it would operate private buses on a contract basis alongside State-run buses during Deepavali 2024, the public cheered the move, welcoming the effort to manage the holiday rush and ensure smoother travel. Arumugam Ramalingam, general secretary of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporations …

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1 month ago

Karnataka government directs temples to hold ‘Gau Pooja’ during Deepavali

The Hindu

The Muzrai Department has issued a circular directing the temples operating under its ambit to conduct Gau Pooja on the occasion of Balipadyami during Deepavali festivities in Karnataka. Let it continue.” The latest circular also directed the temples to celebrate Varamahalakshmi festival by giving green bangles and arashina-kumkuma to women devotees. The circular temples to offer rudrabhisheka/homa in connection with …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Silver anklet manufacturers in Salem witness meagre orders for Pongal festival season

The Hindu

The silver anklet manufacturers in Salem claimed that for this year’s Pongal festival season, they only got around 25% of orders like last year’s Deepavali festival and it was received in the last 10 days. The Salem district is one of the leading silver anklet manufacturers in the country, and 11,000 silver anklet manufacturing units are functioning in various parts …

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3 months ago

Protests that swept the nation in 2024

The Hindu

India witnessed a tumultuous year in 2024 as protests erupted across States, reflecting widespread discontent over pressing economic challenges and contentious social policies. Maharashtra Maratha quota protests Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil and thousands of others embarked on a protest march on January 20 from Maharashtra’s Jalna district to Mumbai to draw the State government’s attention to the demand …

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4 months ago

Introducing circularity in used-textile waste management, with inclusivity at its centre

The Hindu

At her Textile Recovery Facility in Hirandahalli where used textiles from around 10 wards of Bengaluru arrive, Indumathi, a waste picker-turned-entrepreneur seems quite exuberant and optimistic. The business was fast-moving during the festive month.” TRF, run by Indumathi and employing four people, is part of a larger attempt to create a value chain for post-consumer textile waste while weaving into …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Hyderabad records ‘moderate air quality’ using missing data

The Hindu

Between November 12 and 19, there has not been a single day when all the 14 pollution sensors in Hyderabad functioned continuously for 24 hours. The result: the online monitoring map of air quality looks green and healthy in Hyderabad, while the social media is abuzz about the unhealthy air quality of Delhi and other cities. We have an annual …

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4 months, 1 week ago

40 years in a transit camp

The Hindu

On Deepavali evening, Sheva koliwada does not see any grand celebrations. A decade ago, when Mansi Manoj Panchal, 38, agreed to marry Manoj Panchal, 43, her husband and in-laws assured her that the village would soon move out from the transit camp into permanent housing. The struggle for a liveable house Ramesh says that the Maharashtra Government Gazette, dated March …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Sangam Shines Bright on Dev Deepavali Ahead of Maha Kumbh

Deccan Chronicle

Prayagraj: Ahead of the Maha Kumbh 2025, the banks of the Sangam, Arail Ghat, the Yamuna near Maujgiri Ashram and Baluaghat here were illuminated with rows of oil lamps on Friday in celebration of Dev Deepawali.According to mythology, Dev Deepawali is celebrated 15 days after Diwali on the full moon night of the Hindu month of Kartik. The district administration …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Top events today: PM Modi’s Odisha, Bihar visit, Dev Deepavali in Kashi, ITR filing deadline and more

Live Mint

Top events today: Today, i.e on November 15, several events are set to take place. In addition to this, PM Modi is also expected to visit Odisha to mark the birth anniversary of tribal leader Birsa Munda and will also be visiting Bihar's Jamui. PM Modi to inaugurate first Bodoland Mahotsov in Delhi on November 15 Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Post-Deepavali air quality hits new low in eastern India’s State capitals

The Hindu

All major State capitals in eastern India saw significantly bad air quality after Deepavali, trailing close to Delhi which is known for its poor air quality around the festivities. However, Kolkata’s Air Quality Index was the worst, recording ‘very poor’ in many places, comparable to the national capital’s records. Right before Deepavali, cyclone Dana on the Bay of Bengal brought …

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Dev Diwali 2024: Pradosh kaal muhurat, rituals to worship Lord Shiva, Deep Daan in Varanasi, and more

Live Mint

Dev Diwali, also known as Dev Deepavali, is one of the most auspicious festivals in Hinduism. Dev Diwali 2024: Key Dates and Timings Purnima Tithi Begins: November 15, 2024 Purnima Tithi Ends: November 16, 2024 Pradosh Kaal Dev Deepavali Muhurat: November 15, 2024 – 5:10 PM to 7:47 PM Significance of Dev Diwali Dev Diwali celebrates the victory of Lord …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

“No religion supports any activity that promotes pollution or compromises with health of the people,” SC on firecracker ban

The Hindu

The Supreme Court observed on Monday that religion does not encourage polluting activities like bursting firecrackers which affect the fundamental right to health of citizens. A bench headed by Justice A.S. Oka made the remark while recording the Delhi government’s delayed move to issue a firecracker ban in the national capital two days after Dussehra, on October 14, possibly allowing …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Festival sales were sweet in October for KMF

The Hindu

It was a sweet October for the Karnataka Milk Federation, which sells products under the brand name Nandini, as 722 metric tonnes of sweets were sold in the month. “Although the Christmas and New Year season is not as huge as Dasara and Deepavali, we expect that, based on the kind of delivery we gave this season, we might get …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

For second successive year, Mysuru’s air quality during Deepavali was satisfactory

The Hindu

For the second successive year, the Air Quality Index in Mysuru during Deepavali was satisfactory. The AQI was recorded below 100 as per the ambient air quality data generated from the Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station here. Outside Bengaluru, the continuous ambient air quality was monitored in 26 stations, including Mysuru, Madikeri, Chamarajanagar and Mandya. According to Karnataka State …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Divine Intervention: DMK Government Hosts Skanda Sashti Recital, Sparks Controversy

New Indian Express

The DMK government's Skanda Sashti recital sparked controversy, with some allies expressing their displeasure at the religious event. The event, organized by the international conference on Lord Muruga, was met with disapproval by the secular camp, with some even accusing the government of being overenthusiastic. The recital also raised concerns about illegal rental practices in Thanjavur, with a single individual …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

MEMU eases anxiety for passengers returning to Chennai after Deepavali

The Hindu

Southern Railway's decision to run a MEMU service with all unreserved coaches between Madurai and Tambaram on Sunday evening helped ease the anxiety of passengers returning to Chennai after Deepavali. The MEMU took almost three times the number of passengers, who otherwise could have travelled in the unreserved compartments of Chennai-bound Pandian Superfast Express.

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Air Quality Remains Moderate During Deepavali Festivities in Bengaluru

The Hindu

Air quality remained moderate during Deepavali festivities in Bengaluru, with most monitoring stations recording a moderate air quality index (AQI). While some areas like Hombegowda Nagar and Peenya recorded good air quality, the city's air quality remained satisfactory on the second and third days of the festival.

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Families Embrace Farm Fun and Nature on Deepavali

The Hindu

Families take advantage of Deepavali holidays to visit farms and private zoos in the region, enjoying quality time with family and friends. Many facilities have reported a surge in visitors, with Ajaman Farms, Naveen Garden, and Ibrahim Farms seeing significant increases in footfall. The Rajali Birds Park in Thanjavur also attracts a large number of visitors with its diverse collection …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Salem's Deepavali Waste Crisis: 1,100 Metric Tons of Garbage Generated

The Hindu

Salem Corporation has begun clearing the 1,100 metric tonnes of garbage generated during Deepavali celebrations in the city. The clean-up operation involves 11 tractors, two compactor vehicles, four JCBs, and 190 conservancy workers. The operation is expected to take four days, with main roads prioritised first, followed by residential streets.

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Light and Love: The Essence of Deepavali

Times of India

A spiritual guide to Deepavali, the festival of lights, emphasizes the importance of giving and compassion. It encourages individuals to focus on giving rather than seeking personal gain, and to nurture their bodies and souls through a healthy diet and emotional well-being. The article also highlights the significance of giving to nature and invites individuals to embrace a more sustainable …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Disparities in Deepavali depictions

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Seeing the fierce battle between Rama and Tataka, the grey-haired sage Vishwamitra, believed that it was impossible for anyone other than Rama to defeat this ‘demoness’. The numerous retellings of epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata provide multiple perspectives stemming from various ideologies. “The representation in animated movies like Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama, Ramayan — The King …

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Delhi Fire Services Extends Help Amid Deepavali Chaos

The Hindu

Delhi Fire Services receive record number of calls over 12 hours on Deepavali. The highest number of calls were received between 5 p.m. and 5 a.m. on November 1, with 280 being related to fire incidents. The majority of the calls were received during the night, with 3 fatal incidents reported in Sagarpur and Daryaganj. While the Delhi Police implemented …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

GRH flooded with cases on Deepavali day; Dean asks doctors, para-medical team to work on holiday

The Hindu

The Government Rajaji Hospital, the referral centre for many southern districts, was flooded with cases on Deepavali Day. Dean Arul Sundaresh Kumar, who had granted leave to the doctors and para-medical staff, to allow them to celebrate Deepavali, had to recall them to attend to the emergency cases. All the 10 emergency service vehicles, which were stationed at the GRH, …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

164 tonnes of garbage lifted in Tirunelveli city: Commissioner

The Hindu

Tirunelveli Corporation Commissioner Sukaputra on Friday informed that the civic body had lifted 164 metric tonnes of waste on account of Deepavali. The press note stated that the Corporation through its conservancy workers lifted 155 metric tonnes on an average. 142 cases booked Following the Supreme Court directive, the authorities in Tirunelveli, Tenkasi and Thoothukudi districts booked 142 cases against …

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Tamil Nadu’s Move Towards Private Bus and Minibus Sparks Privatisation Fears Among TNSTC Employees

Karnataka government directs temples to hold ‘Gau Pooja’ during Deepavali

Silver anklet manufacturers in Salem witness meagre orders for Pongal festival season

Protests that swept the nation in 2024

Introducing circularity in used-textile waste management, with inclusivity at its centre

Hyderabad records ‘moderate air quality’ using missing data

40 years in a transit camp

Sangam Shines Bright on Dev Deepavali Ahead of Maha Kumbh

Top events today: PM Modi’s Odisha, Bihar visit, Dev Deepavali in Kashi, ITR filing deadline and more

Post-Deepavali air quality hits new low in eastern India’s State capitals

Dev Diwali 2024: Pradosh kaal muhurat, rituals to worship Lord Shiva, Deep Daan in Varanasi, and more

“No religion supports any activity that promotes pollution or compromises with health of the people,” SC on firecracker ban

Festival sales were sweet in October for KMF

For second successive year, Mysuru’s air quality during Deepavali was satisfactory

Divine Intervention: DMK Government Hosts Skanda Sashti Recital, Sparks Controversy

MEMU eases anxiety for passengers returning to Chennai after Deepavali

Air Quality Remains Moderate During Deepavali Festivities in Bengaluru

Families Embrace Farm Fun and Nature on Deepavali

Salem's Deepavali Waste Crisis: 1,100 Metric Tons of Garbage Generated

Light and Love: The Essence of Deepavali

Disparities in Deepavali depictions

Delhi Fire Services Extends Help Amid Deepavali Chaos

GRH flooded with cases on Deepavali day; Dean asks doctors, para-medical team to work on holiday

164 tonnes of garbage lifted in Tirunelveli city: Commissioner