150 DIWALI WISHES
Happy Diwali 2026 images: 150+ best wishes, heartfelt messages, inspiring quotes and festive greetings to share with family, friends and colleagues
Happy Diwali 2026 wishes: Looking for Happy Diwali 2026 wishes, quotes, messages and greetings? This collection features 150+ festive messages for family, friends, colleagues, business partners and loved ones. From heartfelt and traditional Diwali wishes in Hindi to funny greetings, inspirational quotes, short WhatsApp status updates and Instagram captions, find the perfect words to share happiness, prosperity and festive cheer this Diwali.
RRR star Ram Charan, wife Upasana welcome twins: When Telugu superstar spouse's egg-freezing remark triggered massive debate over IVF. Here's what she said
Ram Charan twins baby news: Ram Charan and his wife Upasana Konidela are now parents to three as they welcomed twin baby boy and a girl. Last year, Upsana, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, found herself at the centre of a heated national debate after advising women students at IIT Hyderabad to "freeze eggs" to prioritise their careers and plan motherhood on their own terms. Upasana is the granddaughter of Prathap C Reddy, founder of Apollo Hospitals, and many accused her of promoting IVF and fertility clinics.
Can atheists appreciate the art of faith?
An atheist confesses a deep admiration for religious art and cultural expressions, viewing them as masterful "total artworks." The author argues that while belief isn't necessary to appreciate these creations, it represents the ultimate form of appreciation for religion itself as a grand artistic endeavor.
FASTag annual pass can now be gifted as Diwali present; Here's how you can do it
NHAI's FASTag annual pass can now be gifted via the Rajmargyatra app, simplifying toll payments for national highway users. This pass, costing Rs 3,000 for a year or 200 crossings, offers economical travel for non-commercial vehicles. Launched on August 15, 2025, it has already seen over 25 lakh users and 5.67 crore transactions.
Happy Dhanteras 2025: 100+ wishes for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook with best image prompts
2025 Happy dhanteras: Dhanteras, the start of Diwali, is a highly auspicious day dedicated to worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kuber, and Lord Dhanvantari. Celebrated on the thirteenth day of Kartik, it symbolizes prosperity and good fortune, with traditions including lighting diyas, performing pujas, and purchasing gold, silver, and utensils to invite wealth and health.
100+ Dhanteras wishes for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook with image ideas and design prompts
Dhanteras, the auspicious start to the five-day Diwali festival, is celebrated on the thirteenth day of Kartik month. Devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kuber, and Lord Dhanvantari, symbolizing prosperity and good health. The day is marked by lighting diyas, performing pujas, and purchasing gold, silver, and utensils to invite wealth and well-being into homes.
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Lenskart's pre-IPO capital rush; Capgemini seals WNS deal
Lenskart is expected to close a pre-IPO fundraise ahead of its planned listing. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

In Rajasthan's Chambal, wives of ex-dacoits lead revival of water sources and hope
In Rajasthan's Karauli, women, facing drought-driven despair and men turning to dacoity, spearheaded a water conservation movement. Partnering with Tarun Bharat Sangh, they revived ponds and built new water bodies, transforming the parched landscape. This community-led effort brought stability, increased agricultural yields, and reduced crime, showcasing the power of collective action in combating climate change impacts.

Sunita Williams grew plants, spent 62 hrs spacewalking—What the NASA astronaut did during her 10-month wait in Space
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her colleague Butch Wilmore are finally preparing to return to Earth after their planned short stay at the International Space Station stretched into a 10-month mission. Originally meant for 10 days, their journey was prolonged due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner. NASA has now cleared their return via SpaceX’s Crew-9 mission, expected as early as March 16.

Weekend dhamaka at Box Office: Collections from Singham Again, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 top Rs 230 cr, lift exhibitors’ hopes
The Diwali weekend saw the release of two big-budget Bollywood films, 'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', which brought in a collective ₹231.4 crore. While both films opened strong, Sunday saw a dip in collections. Exhibitors are now looking at Monday and Tuesday's performance to determine future screening strategies.

Data protection rules coming soon; Swiggy’s bigger IPO raise
Happy Wednesday! The administrative rules providing specifics of the legislation governing personal data and its protection may be notified soon. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Swiggy's bigger IPO fundraise; Amazon India FY24 earnings
Swiggy has increased its IPO fundraise size by over 19%. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

'Pragmatic' Rishi Sunak may iron creases out of trade deal with India
During the last leadership election, which he lost to his predecessor Liz Truss, Sunak said he wanted to be "pragmatic" in his approach to immigration and make sure his policies support economic growth.

Brands cower as social media mobs run riot
Brands are categorically asking creatives and marketers to steer clear of religion, politics or anything that has the potential to offend, so that it doesn’t ruffle feathers.

Remember Archies? The greeting card maker is banking on nostalgia to fuel its business
Archies created a revolution in the ’80s and ’90s with its greeting cards and posters. How is it learning to live in today’s world where social media and ecommerce have rewritten the rules of greeting and gifting?

Will the light shine on India's economy? Tracking the Diwali spend and looking at post-festival recovery
You can call it retail therapy or pin it on the festive spirit, or believe what the government is saying — that the Indian economy, which has been shrinking, is now on the mend. Diwali, the festival of lights, is bringing cheer in the fag end of a dark year blighted by the pandemic. The virus has not gone away but the mood has visibly turned.

Diwali gifting 101: Unique & luxe hampers for tea lovers, pet parents
Gift happiness to your loved ones this festive season.

Festival season: Several trends emerge as companies woo consumers
The festival season is upon us, and companies have left no stone unturned. Here are the emerging trends.

Luxe on rent: Bengalureans up the style game, hire chauffeur-driven Audis, Jaguars for Diwali parties
These premium cars come at a rent of Rs 8,000- Rs 20,000 for eight hours.

Mann ki Baat: PM Narendra Modi lauds adoption of Khadi by Indians
Khadi and handicrafts sales have gone up by 90 per cent compared to last year which has helped those employed in the sector.

Bag containing explosives found in Allahabad High Court premises
The officials admitted that it was a major security breach at the sprawling High Court premises where 150 police personnel are supposed to keep a round-the-clock watch .

Snapdeal to launch property sale from Oct 5; offers discount
Apartments on sale are available in Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Jaipur in a price range of Rs 30 lakhs to Rs 5 crores.

India’s oil pricing policy is fickle, subject as it is to global ebb and flow
Govt did cut diesel prices by Rs 3.50 a litre, but it raised gas prices by 33%, making electricity & running of manufacturing plants more expensive

New government must follow a long and a short term plan for labour
At a recent job fair in Gwalior an unemployed kid told us, “I want Rs 4,000 in Gwalior, Rs 7,000 in Noida, Rs 8,000 in Gurgaon, Rs 9,000 in Delhi and Rs 17,000 in Mumbai."

Narendra Modi meets kin of Patna blasts victims, salutes courage of Biharis
The BJP leader garlanded the photograph of Singh, consoled the family and handed them a cheque of Rs five lakh, said a BJP MLA.
Market can correct 10%-20% from any levels: Motilal Oswal Financial Services
In an interview with ET Now, Raamdeo Agrawal, Director & Co-Founder, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, gives his views on the market. Excerpts:
MMTC may enter into pacts with more temples
In the agreement it recently entered into with the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, MMTC gets rights to sell its products on temple premises, and it will also help manage the silver recycling needs there.
The journey of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
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Will they bring on the box-office magic?
Almost everyone in Bollywood knows that a dream release is always a solo one but they also say that a long, specially Diwali weekend, has space for more than one release. So is three company or competition? With close to Rs 200 crore riding on Blue, All The Best and Mr & Mrs Khanna, it promises to be a nail-biting climax for 2009.
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