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Will Sensex, Nifty scale new highs in Samvat 2083? What tech analysts say

Tech analysts caution that the recent pullback in Nifty should not be considered as a trend reversal, and reckon that only a move beyond 24,780 could signal an improvement in the overall market trend.

Green crackers promise less pollution, but how green are they really?

Green crackers promise to cut particulate and gaseous emissions, but they are not pollution-free. How much cleaner are they, and can they make a difference to Diwali air quality?

Samvat 2082: Sensex, Nifty set to post worst show in 15 years

The upcoming Samvat will remain as challenging for the markets as Samvat 2082 unless crude prices cool off and bond yields ease, analysts caution.

Couture meets culture: Heritage and modernity redefine Diwali dressing

This festival season, designers are giving Diwali dressing an unexpected twist, blending heirloom artistry with contemporary silhouettes, writes Asmita Aggarwal

The finishing flourish: Artisanal traditions shine through accessories

India's artisanal traditions are finding fresh expression through intricate, unapologetic accessories, writes Asmita Aggarwal

Artistry unboxed: Exquisite creations and heirloom-worthy Diwali gifts

From exquisite objets d'art and heirloom-worthy creations to couture statements, Abhilasha Ojha presents a selection of discerning Diwali gifts

Diyas & delicacies: Diwali entertaining gets a touch of luxury, tradition

Abhilasha Ojha steps inside the evolving world of culinary nostalgia, collectible tableware, indigenous crafts and inventive cocktails

Diwali shopping rush brings Delhi traffic to a crawl, key roads hit

A surge of shoppers heading out for last-minute Diwali purchases brought large parts of Delhi to a crawl on Tuesday evening, with bumper-to-bumper traffic, serpentine queues of vehicles and prolonged snarls reported across busy market areas and arterial roads. Heavy traffic was reported in and around several major shopping hubs, including Sarojini Nagar, South Extension, Lajpat Nagar, Karol Bagh, Kamla Nagar, Chandni Chowk and Rajouri Garden, as markets witnessed a rush of people making festive purchases. Congestion was also reported around Kashmere Gate, Hauz Khas and Defence Colony, with the increased movement of shoppers adding to the vehicular pressure on roads. Visuals from ITO, South Extension and Dhaula Kuan showed long queues of cars, buses, auto-rickshaws and two-wheelers packed closely together, with vehicles inching forward through congested stretches. At several points, the roads appeared choked with traffic, while commuters on two-wheelers navigated narrow gaps between

What will new Samvat bring for investors? Experts to discuss at BS webinar

Business Standard Hindi will host a special webinar on Wednesday at noon, bringing together market experts to discuss mutual funds, equities, gold and portfolio strategies

Diwali, Chhath 2026: Northern Railway announces festival special trains

Indian Railways has announced festival special trains on major routes ahead of Diwali and Chhath Puja. The motive of the additional services is to manage the rush and smooth functioning

Diwali 2026: Are firecrackers allowed in Delhi this year? What we know

Delhi's year-round firecracker ban remains in place ahead of Diwali, even as the Supreme Court weighed a possible relaxation while questioning authorities over poor enforcement of its earlier orders

British PM Andy Burnham commits to 'strongest possible' links with India

Andy Burnham marked his first Diwali as British Prime Minister with a commitment to build the "strongest possible" links with India, as he hailed the wide-ranging contributions of the British Indian communities to the country. Addressing the annual celebration of the festival of lights at 10 Downing Street here on Tuesday evening, Burnham said he hoped that the Labour government led by him would help bring light and hope for people in the spirit of Diwali. After the lighting of ceremonial lamps and a rendition of the 'Hanuman Chalisa' by young devotees, to which Burnham and his wife Marie-France van Heel were seen clapping along, the British PM committed to keeping the proverbial flame of harmony burning stronger. "We are trying to bring the light back, and bring the hope back, and bring the positivity and the unity back," said Burnham. "I will do everything I can within my power to make that [flame] stronger and stronger, and always in my position, recognise the huge contribution

Diwali 2026: Are schools closed on November 9? Check state-wise calendar

November 2026 features multiple important Hindu festivals, including Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja, Tulsi Vivah, Dev Diwali and others

Mann ki baat: PM urges citizens to promote 'Vocal for local' this Diwali

In his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat', he also highlighted the success of Indian products in international markets

Delhi-Bihar bus fares surge as Diwali, Chhath travel demand intensifies

Private bus tickets to Bihar are costing ₹2,500-4,000 on several services, against regular fares of ₹840-2,000, as passengers struggle to find confirmed train tickets

Silver inflows likely to rebound as import curbs eased for Diwali

Fresh import permits are set to ease India's silver supply constraints and premiums ahead of Diwali, though demand is expected to trail last year's levels

US Postal Service releases Diwali stamp featuring Indian artist's rangoli

The US Postal Service (USPS) has released a postage stamp commemorating the festival of Diwali, featuring an intricate rangoli pattern created by Sangita Bhutada, a Houston-based artist. India's Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra, USPS Senior Vice President Shibani Gambhir and Bhutada unveiled the stamp at a function at the Indian embassy here on Wednesday evening. The USPS described rangoli as a vibrant floor pattern traditionally made from materials, such as coloured rice powder, chalk and flower petals, and believed to bring good luck. Bhutada is a native of India and a longtime resident of the Houston area. He has practised the ancient folk art of rangoli for nearly 30 years. The stamp was designed by Jennifer Arnold, and William J Gicker was the art director. Bhutada told PTI that the USPS reached out to her for making the stamp more than a year back. "I shared a dozen sketches with the USPS of which they selected four. The actual work on the rangoli took abo

The second life of gifts: Why Diwali giving need not end at unwrapping

From luxury resale and regifting to charitable auctions and the circular economy, gifts are finding second lives. This Diwali, the question is not just what we give, but what happens to it afterwards

Domestic getaways, Asian destinations gain for festival travel: Agoda

Bangkok, Phuket and Tokyo lead international searches by Indian travellers, while Goa, Puri and Udaipur remain popular domestic destinations, according to Agoda's latest travel data

Kerala Tourism eyes festive footfall boost, industry status policy in works

Kerala recorded 10.98 per cent growth in domestic tourist arrivals in Q1 2026 and is preparing new travel packages, upgraded infrastructure and a policy to grant tourism industry status