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Delhi govt's GST refund gift to traders ahead of Diwali; ₹738 cr disbursed

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday said that her government has so far disbursed Rs 738 crore in goods and services tax (GST) refund to the city traders ahead of Diwali. The government earlier announced a GST refund of Rs 1,600 crore to city traders, pending since 2019. The process remains ongoing, with modern technology enabling faster and more efficient refund processing, Gupta said. Highlighting the government's efforts to ensure timely GST refunds, she said that the Trade and Taxes department has successfully cleared pending refund cases amounting to Rs 1,002 crore, of which Rs 738 crore has already been paid to business establishments and traders. So far, 8,259 refund applications have been processed, a record number, including 7,409 claims below Rs 10 lakh. The prompt disposal of these smaller claims has provided much-needed relief to small traders and business owners across Delhi, she said. The refund system has been fast-tracked with the Trade and Taxes department coming

At least 74% of urban households eat sweets 3 or more times a month: Survey

According to the LocalCircles survey, only five per cent of people in the urban Indian households said that they did not consume traditional sweets

Diwali 2025 treats decoded: Calories in laddoos, kaju katlis and samosas

This Diwali, nutritionists decode the calorie content of laddoos, kaju katlis, gujiyas, and samosas, revealing how sugar, ghee and frying make your festive favourites calorie bombs

Diwali rush: IRCTC website crashes before Tatkal bookings, users frustrated

This was not the first time the IRCTC platform has faced technical issues, outages and glitches have long frustrated travellers, particularly during peak travel seasons

Gemini Nano Banana trend: Best AI photo prompts to try this Diwali

This Diwali, use Gemini Nano Banana to create AI photo prompts from festive selfies to portraits with diyas, fireworks, and traditional attire, and make your edits go viral on social media

SC’s big decision on firecrackers | Green crackers allowed in Delhi-NCR what the court said

In a big festive relief ahead of Diwali, the Supreme Court has eased its ban on firecrackers, but with a green twist. Watch the video to find out what the apex court said.

Diwali 2025: How asthma and COPD patients can protect their lungs from smog

As pollution peaks this Diwali, pulmonologists share essential tips for people with asthma, COPD, and chronic bronchitis to stay safe, breathe easier, and enjoy the festivities without fear

Diwali 2025: How to protect your lungs and breathe easy amid toxic air

Health experts share simple, science-backed ways to avoid cough, wheezing, and breathlessness as pollution levels soar across Indian cities during Diwali

Bloating after Diwali feasts? Here's why it happens and how to fix it

As rich meals and sweets take centre stage, many experience bloating and acidity during and after Diwali. Experts decode the link between overindulgence, acid reflux and post-festival gut distress

The sugar trap: Decoding festive mithai and packaged 'sugar-free' sweets

This Diwali, health experts decode what goes into traditional mithai and packaged 'sugar-free' treats; and why guilt-free labels may not be as harmless as they seem

Diwali through the ages: From harvest roots to LED-lit celebrations

Once marked by the simple lighting of diyas and modest home decorations, Diwali today is synonymous with affluence and high consumer demand

Bank Holiday on Diwali 2025: Check state-wise list of bank closures

Diwali, a five-day festival beginning with Dhanteras on October 18 and ending with Bhai Dooj on October 23, will also bring several bank holidays across states during the festive week

The festive rush: How FMCG sector is driving Diwali purchases and demand

With Diwali just around the corner, the FMCG sector is seeing strong sales across categories, with edible oils, dairy, and snacks driving festive demand

Samvat 2082 top stock picks; Bajaj Fin, Swiggy, 8 others can gain up to 44%

Stocks to buy for Diwali 2025: Bajaj Finance, Adani Power, Swiggy, SAIL, MRPL among 10 stocks that can rally up to 44% as per charts in Samvat 2082; here's a detailed outlook.

Air India Express brings limited-edition Diwali 'Gourmair' meals on flights

Air India Express' in-flight 'Gourmair' dining menu brings together the best of regional and global hot meals, lite bites, and innovative desserts

Muhurat trading: Five-year trend shows festive optimism; will it continue?

Muhurat trading 2025: The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE will conduct a special Muhurat trading session this year on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, to mark the festival of Diwali

Diwali travel demand sets the tone for year-end holiday rush, high fares

Domestic and overseas travel surge 20-30% as Indians book flights and hotels early, with Goa, Varanasi, and Thailand topping demand charts

Diwali 2025 guilt-free eating guide: How to relish festive treats mindfully

This Diwali, indulge without the guilt. Experts share simple food swaps, mindful eating tricks, and realistic ways to enjoy festive treats while keeping your health goals intact

Healthy Diwali gifts: From dry fruits to air purifiers, what's worth it

From organic hampers and sugar-free sweets to wearable health tech, wellness is the new gifting buzzword as experts explain what truly helps and what's just clever marketing

India is well-placed to outpace other EMs: Amar Ambani, YES Securities

Just as domestic investors aren't married to one stock forever, foreign investors too assess all markets and make tactical shifts, says Ambani