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5 Diwali photography tips to capture stunning festival moments tonight: Simple tricks to try

If you are done with your Diwali decor and cleaning, then it is time to dress up and look fantastic for the evening. Before the night starts, plan your photography angles, which you would be willing to capture—like diyas, fireworks, rangoli, or family portraits indoors and outdoors. Choose the best lighting spots in your home, like balconies or spaces decorated with lamps.

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Israel resumes ceasefire in Gaza, humanitarian aid to restart Monday

Israel has reinstated a ceasefire in Gaza and announced that the delivery of humanitarian aid will resume from Monday. The development comes after Israel temporarily halted aid shipments following what it described as a ceasefire violation by Hamas militants, who allegedly opened fire on Israeli soldiers. In response, the Israeli military carried out targeted attacks in parts of Gaza.

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Josh Hazlewood fires warning ahead of Ashes with fiery spell vs India in Perth

Australia’s Josh Hazlewood delivered a clinical performance to lead his side to a commanding victory over India in the opening ODI of the three-match series, held at the Perth Stadium. The pacer exploited the pace and bounce of the surface masterfully, claiming two crucial wickets of Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer, which unsettled India’s batting. 

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Diwali 2025: Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar to Hrithik Roshan, celebs spread festive cheer

It’s the day of lights and sparkles – a day when the whole country forgets all worries and takes part in the festivities. Similarly, Bollywood’s biggest stars have come together to light up social media this Diwali with their greetings. From Amitabh Bachchan and Akshay Kumar to Hrithik Roshan, several celebrities have poured in their heartfelt greetings and glimpses of their celebrations.

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Bihar Elections 2025: VIP announces 15 candidates, Santosh Sahni to contest from Gaura Bauram

The Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP), led by Mukesh Sahni, has announced a total of 11 candidates so far for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 through two separate lists. The party, a part of the opposition alliance, is aiming to strengthen its political presence with a focus on representing backward and marginalized communities.

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North railway to run festival special trains from Delhi to eastern India for Diwali and Chhath | Check details

With the festive season of Diwali and Chhath approaching, the Indian Railways is gearing up to handle the surge in passenger demand by launching 17 special festival trains from various Delhi stations on October 20, 2025. These trains will connect Delhi to key cities in Bihar, Jharkhand, and other parts of Eastern India, providing much-needed relief to travellers eager to reach home during the celebrations.

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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha blessed with baby boy

Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra and her husband Raghav Chadha have officially welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on October 19, 2025. The actress and the AAP leader, who tied the knot in September 2023 in a dreamy Udaipur wedding, are overjoyed as they step into parenthood for the first time. 

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Australia thump India in rain-marred clash in Kohli-Rohit’s international return, take advantage in ODI series

India took on Australia in the first ODI of their ongoing series. The two sides locked horns at the Optus Stadium in Perth on October 19. The clash was disrupted several times due to rain, and Australia emerged victorious eventually after a significantly shortened game. 

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‘After 500 years of darkness, Ayodhya’s light of truth shines bright,’ says Yogi Adityanath | Video

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, addressing the nation during the grand Deepotsav 2025 celebrations in Ayodhya, said, “When we celebrated the first Deepotsav in 2017, our only aim was to show the world how Ayodhya welcomed Lord Ram when the entire world was facing darkness.” He further added, “Today, lakhs of diyas illuminate Ayodhya as a symbol of the victory of faith after centuries of struggle. Every diya reminds us that truth can be troubled but never defeated.”

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Railways probe viral video alleging ‘reuse of food containers’ on Amrit Bharat Express train

A viral video from the Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 16601) has sparked widespread criticism after it allegedly showed disposable food containers being washed and reused to serve meals to passengers. The video led to sharp public outrage, with many accusing railway authorities of negligence and poor hygiene standards despite charging passengers full fare for premium services.

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