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Tihar 2026 Today: Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja Date, 5-Day Festival Calendar, Rituals and Significance - Nepali Festival of Lights

Tihar 2026 is being celebrated from November 7 to 11 across Nepal and Nepali communities worldwide. November 8 marks Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja, the second day of the festival. Check the complete five-day Tihar calendar, including Kag Tihar, Gai Tihar, Goru Tihar, Maha Puja and Bhai Tika, along with their rituals, traditions and cultural significance.

After Japan and Korea, now Singapore: UP's big plan to build a foreign-style city near Noida airport; check location, sectors and investment plans

Uttar Pradesh is planning to develop a dedicated 'Singapore City' in Sector 7 near Noida International Airport at Jewar to attract foreign investment and boost regional growth. Following talks between Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and a Singapore business delegation, the proposed project will focus on logistics, semiconductors, data centres, AI, green energy and modern urban infrastructure.

November 2026 Hindu Festival Calendar: Diwali, Chhath Puja, Dev Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Other Important Dates

November 2026 features several important Hindu festivals, including Dhanteras, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja, Tulsi Vivah and Dev Diwali. The month also includes Rama Ekadashi, Masik Shivratri, Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti. Check the complete November 2026 Hindu festival calendar for important dates, religious significance and observances across India.

What Do the 5 Days of Diwali Signify? The Beautiful Meaning Behind Every Celebration

Diwali is more than a single night of illuminated homes and festive celebrations. The five days of Diwali, beginning with Dhanteras and ending with Bhai Dooj, carry distinct religious meanings connected to prosperity, the triumph of good over evil, gratitude, new beginnings and family relationships. But why are these five observances celebrated together, and what is the story behind each one?

Keralam to form special committee with trade union representatives on labour codes; report due in 10 days

Keralam government is forming a special committee that will include trade union representatives to review Labour Codes. This committee will submit recommendations within ten days regarding the state's rules implementation. Chief Minister V D Satheesan emphasized the need for protecting workers' interests during the meeting. All trade unions will be invited to provide their suggestions for amendments to the draft prepared in 2021.

Amit Shah launches projects worth Rs 8,941 crore for Delhi Yamuna river cleaning

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated projects aimed at cleaning the Yamuna river, including a sewage treatment plant. The projects, worth Rs 8,941, also include decentralized sewage treatment plants and new sewer lines. Shah emphasized the importance of these initiatives for wastewater treatment and drinking water. He stated that more than 40% of the goal for cleaning the Yamuna has been achieved so far.

Delhi: Rooftop solar registrations cross 1 lakh mark; outskirts lead adoption

Delhi Power minister Ashish Sood said that the rising registration numbers were a milestone in clean energy. The adoption of solar energy shows distinct trends across different areas in Delhi, with city outskirts and industrial hubs like Bawana and Narela leading in registration numbers.

Delhi homes to pay higher waste collection charges soon: MCD plans 50% hikes in solid waste management. Check new rates for different colonies

MCD has proposed nearly a 50 percent hike in solid waste management user charges and penalties under its draft SWM Bylaws 2026. The proposed rates will be lower for residents of E to H colonies than for those in A to D colonies, with MCD targeting March 2027 for implementation.

Bittu Tabahi cleans Gurugram after Delhi’s Yamuna: 2,435 Kg waste removed from Khedki Daula, Noida the final stop of #CleanWithBittu drive

Surendra Singh Choudhry, also known as Bittu Tabahi, spearheaded an environmental cleanup initiative starting on World Cleanup Day. This campaign focused on eliminating waste from public areas across Delhi, Gurugram, and Noida. A remarkable 585 kg of trash was retrieved from the Yamuna in Delhi, and an impressive 2,435 kg was collected at Khedki Daula in Gurugram. This effort highlighted the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on local wildlife.

Delhi govt sets up 110 collection centres for damaged idols, 81 artificial ponds for Ganesh immersion

The Delhi government is establishing 110 collection centers for the disposal of damaged idols and religious items. These centers will facilitate eco-friendly practices during the Ganesh festival celebrations, promoting cleanliness in public spaces and water bodies. In addition, 81 artificial immersion ponds will be created across all districts for Ganesh Visarjan. Devotees are encouraged to use these designated sites and to avoid polluting natural water bodies.

Bittu Tabahi cleans Delhi's Yamuna after Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh: 585 kg waste cleared in 4.5 hours; watch video

Bittu Tabahi on Sunday took the initative of cleaning Yamuna River in Delhi. He started his cleanliness drive from Ajnar River in Madhya Pradesh. In Delhi he took up 3 days for his drive. After cleaning Yamuna River in Delhi which was his first stop, his next stop was Gurugram’s Kherki Daula. Many people on Sunday came to support him and make the drive a successful one. I almost 4.5 hours he managed to clean 585 kg of waste.

5 states & Delhi sign Kishau Project on Tons river, a Yamuna tributary

Six states signed the Kishau Multipurpose Project agreement on Tuesday. The Union government will cover ninety percent of the project's financial burden. A 232.6-meter concrete gravity dam will be built on the Tons River. This project will irrigate land and generate clean hydropower for the region. Delhi will benefit most, receiving twenty-five percent more water.

Himalayas running out of water, 20% of India's GDP at risk: 200 glacial lakes linked to rivers like Ganga, Yamuna found to be high risk

A new report by Systemiq and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, warns that the Himalayas are approaching a tipping point, with glaciers melting 65 percent faster than a decade ago. Nearly 200 glacial lakes have been rated high risk, and the region underpins over 20 percent of India's GDP, putting water, food and economic security at stake for hundreds of millions of people.

Safety can't be reduced to paperwork, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced mandatory building safety audits after a recent collapse. The city aims for electric mobility transition with specific registration deadlines for vehicles. New electric three-wheelers and goods carriers will register from January 2027. Electric two-wheelers will be registered starting April 2028. The Yamuna River cleanup targets untreated sewage stoppage by 2028.

Locals say rising Ganga, Yamuna levels shift Sangam point in Prayagraj; shops, businesses affected

Water levels of Ganga and Yamuna rivers are rising in Prayagraj. The Sangam area is shifting closer to the banks and low-lying regions. Local businesses and shops are facing disruptions due to the advancing river waters. This recurring seasonal phenomenon brings the Sangam nearer to the Hanuman Temple. Authorities monitor river levels and low-lying areas for potential precautionary measures.

Territorial Army launches Yamuna clean-up drive, calls it an 'opportunity for change'

Territorial Army personnel and Delhi government officials joined a major cleanliness drive along the Yamuna River. The initiative aims to restore the river's ecosystem. Leaders emphasized a structured plan and public participation. Significant transformation of the Yamuna is expected in three years. This effort is part of a broader service campaign.

Delhi government to set up 32 real-time water monitoring stations for Yamuna clean-up

All the monitoring stations are expected to be operational by the end of this year. The tender process has already been initiated. These stations will monitor water quality in real time and transmit the data directly to the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) server.

Delhi's Yamuna-cleaning plan needs reset, not just money: Report

A new analysis suggests a revised strategy for cleaning the Yamuna river in Delhi. The report highlights the need to stop mixing treated and untreated water. It also suggests GPS tracking for faecal sludge tankers. The report emphasizes treating water near the river and addressing data gaps. Despite significant spending, the Yamuna remains polluted.

Yamuna cleaning begins after Delhi polls; Here's the plan

The cleaning of the Yamuna river in Delhi has commenced, backed by a strategic plan to tackle pollution within three years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena initiated the cleaning efforts involving trash removal, boosting sewage treatment capacities, and enhancing monitoring mechanisms.

Delhi: AAP Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj takes part in clean Yamuna River program, affirms to clean river by 2025

Delhi govt forms Yamuna Cell for cleaning of Yamuna river

"In order to expedite inter-departmental decision making and execution, we formed a Yamuna Cleaning Cell (YCC) today, headed by CEO, DJB and representatives of all concerned depts. This will expedite Yamuna cleaning process," Kejriwal tweeted.

Delhi government promises to clean the Yamuna river within three years

Delhi to implement 'Seechewal model' to clean Yamuna river

Punjab's 'Seechewal model' of river cleaning involves eco-friendly and natural processes to treat wastewater and sewage.