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Dhanteras 2023: Jharkhand traders hopeful as post Covid-19 demand soars

Markets in Jharkhand are all geared up for brisk business on the occasion of Dhanteras on Friday, an official of the state chamber of commerce said. People prefer to buy things on the occasion of Dhanteras. Automobile, electronics, home appliances and bullion markets are expected to do brisk business this year, he said. Vice President of the Federation of Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FJCCI) Aditya Malhotra told PTI, "Market has settled down now after the turbulence triggered by Covid pandemic two years back. Purchasing capacity of people has also increased. Overall, we can say the market is in a better mood this year." Malhotra said, "Even though it would not be appropriate to give figures, we are hoping that the overall market would go up by 25 per cent compared to the previous Dhanteras." The automobile sector is likely to do brisk business with a surge in demand for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers. "The demand for SUVs is high. Besides, there is a huge sur

Potters expect good sales of earthen lamps in Rajasthan this Diwali

Mukesh Prajapat, a potter said, "People are coming to me not only from Jaipur but also from some of its surrounding districts to buy earthen lamps."

Relief for domestic fliers as ticket prices fall by 8% in festive season

The price reduction in airfares comes at a time when airlines are incurring higher costs, including jet fuel and airport charges

Funding assisted fertility; planning holiday: Top personal finance stories

Our best stories this week are what couples must know about the financial impact of IVF and places to go for a Diwali break

Delhi traffic updates: Police issue advisory for Diwali, Dhanteras. Details

This year, Dhanteras will be celebrated on November 10 and Diwali falls on November 12. Areas including Chandani Chowk, Khari Baoli, Connaught Place will likely see congestion.

India's choking Diwali smoke billows from a failed stubble burning policy

The main focus of efforts to end the stubble-burning in recent years has been mechanization

Samvat 2079: Mid, Small-cap indices set to post 2nd best show in 9 years

As many as 497, or half of 1050 stocks, from the midcap and smallcap index have outperformed the all benchmark indices and appreciated over 35 per cent during Samvat 2079

Top 10 Diwali gift ideas to celebrate the festival of light; details inside

Gift-giving is particularly encouraging amongst loved ones. Traditional gifts incorporate pretty much anything gold (think adornments and coins), as well as nuts and little desserts

Signing off for Diwali: The best holiday destinations for the season

As winter sets in and large parts of India battle smog, people are taking a short break in places that offer respite

Defence ministry to release 3rd instalment of OROP pay before Diwali

Earlier this year, the Supreme Court asked the government to clear OROP arrears in three equal instalments by February 28, 2024.

Diwali 2023: Top 5 Rangoli design ideas to use at your home this Diwali

Rangoli designs are something that you will notice in almost every door during the festival of light, Diwali. Here are some of the popular Rangoli design ideas

Samvat 2080: Stock picks from Anand Rathi, Nirmal Bang, Sharekhan, Axis Sec

Here's a list of stocks recommended by top brokerage and research firms that can help you build your portfolio this Diwali.

Automobile dealers flag 'distress' if Diwali sales fail to dazzle

The country's largest passenger car maker Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) agreed that inventory levels are inching up in some models

The Diwali deadline

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Ahead of Diwali, PM Modi pushes for 'vocal for local', digital payments

As India gears up to celebrate Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared a video promoting the use of local products and asserted that the "vocal for local" movement is gaining momentum across the country. In the video shared on his X handle, the prime minister called on people to ensure that their priority during festivals is "vocal for local". "Let us together fulfil our dream of Atmanirbhar Bharat," Modi said. He urged people to try to insist on using the UPI digital payment system to make payments. He also asked them to share selfies with local products or artisans on his NaMo App through a made-in-India smartphone. Modi said he will share some of these pictures on social media to inspire others to be vocal for local, he said. "The vocal for local movement is getting great momentum across the country," he said.

32% families in Delhi planning to burst firecrackers on Diwali: Survey

Around 32 percent families are planning to burst firecrackers in Delhi, while 43 per cent cited concerns about pollution as the reason for not doing so, according to a survey by a community social media platform. According to the survey by Localcircles that received over 9,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad, 32 per cent families in Delhi-NCR are likely to burst firecrackers this Diwali despite a ban on its sale and use. Pollution levels in Delhi-NCR on Monday morning were recorded around seven to eight times above the government-prescribed safe limit, as a toxic haze persisted over the region for the seventh consecutive day. Many residents believe that stubble burning in the neighbouring states is the primary cause of increased air pollution in Delhi-NCR from late October to early November, the survey stated. "As per reports, the sale of firecrackers is not prohibited in neighbouring states such as Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. In the last

FAQs: How much gold you can buy without PAN, Aadhaar? How to check purity?

If you buy gold for more than Rs 2 lakh per transaction, regardless of the mode of payment (cash or electronic), you must disclose PAN details to the jewellers,

Buying gold this Diwali? Options for investment and their tax implications

Whether you want to diversify your portfolio or celebrate the festive season by gifting gold, it's essential to understand the various investment options and their associated tax implications

ECoR advises train passengers against carrying crackers during Diwali

"Co-passengers are also requested to inform on-duty railway staff in case they find any passenger carrying inflammable items in the train," the statement added

NSE announces timings for Muhurat Trading session 2023; full list here

Muhurat Trading session 2023: NSE announced that the stock market will be open for regular trading between 6:15 PM and 7:15 PM on November 12 on the occasion of Diwali