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20 Oct

Toxic Smog Returns: Delhi’s Air Turns Hazardous in Pockets as Authorities Enforce Pollution Curbs

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi woke up to another grim morning on Monday as pollution levels continued to climb, pushing air quality into dangerous territory in several parts of the capital. The situation prompted officials to roll out stricter anti-pollution protocols under Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) placed the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 333 by morning — well within the ‘very poor’ category. However, localized monitoring stations revealed a much darker picture in some neighborhoods, where pollution spiked into the ‘severe’ bracket. At Anand Vihar,…

19 Oct

Spiritual Gurus Unite for a Cause at Sanatani Friendly Cricket League in Noida

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Noida ( Gurpreet Singh): A remarkable blend of faith, sportsmanship, and social service was witnessed in Noida as the Sanatani Nayas Board organized the Sanatani Friendly Cricket League, bringing together India's revered spiritual leaders to support flood-affected families and the needy. The event reflected the message of 'Seva, Sanskar, and Samarpan' service, values, and dedication.The grand initiative featured prominent saints and spiritual figures, including Shri Devkinandan Thakur Ji, Kumar Indresh Upadhyay Ji, Dhirendra Krishan Shastri (Bageshwar Dham Sarkar), and Chinmay Anand Bapu Ji. Their participation inspired thousands, showing how spirituality can transcend rituals and reach into action for humanity's welfare.…

19 Oct

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Extends Diwali Greetings, Urges Citizens to Celebrate with Cleanliness and Harmony

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Dehradun, October 19, 2025 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday extended heartfelt Diwali greetings to the people of the state, urging them to celebrate the festival with a sense of cleanliness, environmental awareness, and social harmony.In his message, CM Dhami called on citizens to take part in the state’s journey toward sustainable development, while keeping alive the spirit of Diwali through responsible celebration. “With the love and blessings of all of you, we are able to take the state forward on the path of development and prosperity. Heartfelt best wishes to all of you for Deepotsav,” he…

19 Oct

Ayodhya’s Deepotsav Sets Two Guinness World Records with 26.17 Lakh Diyas and Mass Aarti

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Ayodhya, October 19, 2025 — The temple town of Ayodhya illuminated itself in divine splendour as two new world records were set during this year’s Deepotsav celebrations. A staggering 26.17 lakh diyas were lit at one location, while 2,128 people performed aarti together, creating a breathtaking spectacle of devotion and unity.According to the Uttar Pradesh government, representatives from the Guinness Book of World Records officially verified the achievements using drone technology to count the diyas. The Guinness certificates were later presented to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath by Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh and Principal Secretary Amrit Abhijat.The first award…

19 Oct

President Droupadi Murmu Urges Safe and Eco-Friendly Diwali Celebrations

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New Delhi, October 19, 2025 — President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to citizens on the eve of Diwali, urging everyone to celebrate the festival safely, responsibly, and in an environment-friendly manner.In her message, President Murmu said Diwali symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. She described it as a festival celebrated with immense fervour across the country, spreading a message of mutual affection, harmony, and brotherhood.“On this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. The festival of joy is also an occasion for self-reflection and self-improvement,” the President…

19 Oct

Gold Drops Rs 2,400, Silver Falls Rs 7,000 Amid Festive Buying Spree

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National Times Bureau :- Gold prices in Delhi dropped by ₹2,400 to ₹1,32,400 per 10 grams on Saturday, pulling back from record highs even as customers crowded jewellery stores to buy on Dhanteras, marking the start of the Diwali festive season. According to the All India Sarafa Association, gold of 99.9% purity had soared by ₹3,200 a day earlier, reaching an all-time high of ₹1,34,800 per 10 grams. In the local bullion market, gold of 99.5% purity also slipped by ₹2,400 to ₹1,31,800 per 10 grams (including all taxes), after touching a lifetime high of ₹1,34,200 on Friday. Gold prices…

19 Oct

Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha become parents, welcome baby boy

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National Times Bureau :- Bollywood actor Parineet Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha have become parents as they welcome their first child, a baby boy. The couple shared a heartfelt post on social media, saying 'Arms are full, hearts are fuller'. The couple's Instagram post read, "He’s finally here!...our Baby Boy...And we literally can’t remember life before! Arms full, our hearts are fuller. First we had each other, now we have everything..With gratitude, Parineeti and Raghav...(sic)." Soon after the announcement, several figures from across the fraternity thronged the comment section with congratulatory messages. or Kriti Sanon congratulated the parents by posting…

19 Oct

Delhi Starts the Day with Elevated Temperatures and Declining Air Quality

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of the capital woke up to a warmer-than-usual morning on Sunday as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 20.6°C, which is 2.2 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Humidity levels stood at 71% around 8:30 a.m., and the day is expected to remain clear, with the mercury likely to climb to a maximum of around 33°C later in the afternoon. While the skies may remain cloud-free, Delhi’s air quality offered little to be optimistic about. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) placed the city's overall…

19 Oct

Two Dead, One Injured in Diwali Journey Cut Short by Hit-and-Run in Etah

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Etah (Rajeev Sharma): A Diwali homecoming turned tragic late Saturday night when a motorcycle carrying three men was struck by an unidentified vehicle in Etah district, resulting in the deaths of two riders and serious injuries to the third. The incident took place near Aspur village in the Malavan police station area. According to Station House Officer Rohit Rathi, the victims — all returning from Gurugram to their hometowns for Diwali — were hit by a speeding vehicle that fled the scene without stopping. The sudden impact caused the motorbike to skid off the road, throwing all three riders to…

19 Oct

Three Dead in Hardoi After Truck Hits Motorcycle; Driver in Custody

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Hardoi (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic road mishap in the Sandila area of Hardoi district claimed three lives on Sunday, including two young girls and a man, after a motorcycle was struck head-on by a truck allegedly driving against traffic. The fatal collision occurred near the Begamganj flyover, where, according to local police, a truck veered into the wrong lane and rammed into a motorcycle. The victims — Karan, a young man from Palharai village, and his two nieces, Kajal (10) and Anshika (11) — were critically injured in the crash and later pronounced dead at the hospital. All three had…