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Congresswoman Jaypal, Indian-Americans condemn Seattle Diwali celebration disruption by far-right activist Jake Lang

Seattle, Nov. 8 -- US Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and other prominent Indian Americans have condemned the actions of American far-right activist Jake Lang who disrupted a Diwali celebration in Seatt... Read More


Mizoram's Terat band emerges winner in 'Ticket to Hornbill' contest

Dimapur, Nov. 8 -- Mizoram's Terat band has won the third edition of 'Ticket to Hornbill 2026', earning an opportunity to perform at the Hornbill Music Festival in Nagaland in December. Terat emerged... Read More


Philip Green celebrates final Diwali in India as Australian High Commissioner

New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green celebrated his final Diwali in the country with members of the Australian High Commission, sharing glimpses of the festivities a... Read More


PM Modi to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Bastar, Chhattisgarh

New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Bastar in Chhattisgarh to celebrate the auspicious festival of Diwali with the security personnel deployed in Ant-Naxal operations in rg... Read More


Thal Jeep Rally enters third day with thrilling stock category racesPublished on: November 8, 2026 4:09 AM

Pakistan, Nov. 8 -- The 11th TDCP Thal Desert Jeep Rally entered its third day on Saturday with thrilling competitions in the stock category, as part of the Punjab government's efforts to promote tour... Read More


Klang Valley malls roll out Deepavali events from henna art to dhol drums, capped by Selangor state fete in Klang

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 8 -- The Klang Valley is set to light up with the spirit of Deepavali this year, as major shopping malls and local councils roll out numerous public events and celebrations. From i... Read More


Fewer hazy days, bigger bill: Singapore's estimated 2026 haze costs hit S$2.32b, surpassing 2015

SINGAPORE, Nov. 8 -- Singapore's 2026 haze episode has cost its economy an estimated S$2.32 billion (RM7.34 billion), exceeding the inflation-adjusted cost of the 2015 crisis despite fewer hazy days a... Read More


'Jashn-e-Karnah': Indian Army hosts youth festival to celebrate region's rich cultural heritage

Kupwara, Nov. 8 -- The Indian Army, in collaboration with the District Administration Kupwara, organised the 'Karnah Youth Festival 2026' at Tithwal, bringing together local youth and residents to cel... Read More


CM Yogi celebrates Diwali with Nishad Community in Ayodhya, says "no malevolent gaze" will fall on Ayodhya again

Ayodhya, Nov. 8 -- Marking Diwali 2026, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated the festival with members of the Nishad community in Ayodhya on Sunday. He spent time interacting with l... Read More


International concerts boost foreign tourist arrivals: Ministry

Jakarta, Nov. 8 -- Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa said international musical concerts in Indonesia are among the drivers of foreign tourist arrivals. Puspa said here on Sunday th... Read More