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November 13, 2023 9:36 AM

Dubai celebrates Diwali with a burst of Indian vibes

The City of Dubai transformed into a vibrant sea of colors as the Festival of Lights, Diwali, lit up the skies of Dubai, bringing an unmistakable Indian vibe to the city's skyline. The air was filled with excitement as the night sky became a canvas for dazzling fireworks, adding an extra layer ...

November 13, 2023 9:07 AM

Three Indian cities among world’s 10 most polluted after Diwali

Two Indian cities joined New Delhi to be among the world's worst 10 for pollution on Monday morning, with smoke heavy in the air a day after revellers let loose with firecrackers for Diwali - the annual Hindu festival of light. The capital New Delhi took, as it often does, the top spot. It h...

October 6, 2025 2:45 PM

Largest Gaza hospital ‘not functioning’ amid Israeli assault

The largest hospital in Gaza has ceased to function and fatalities among patients are rising, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Sunday, as a blistering Israeli assault continues in the Hamas-controlled strip. Hospitals in the north of the Palestinian enclave, including the ...

November 12, 2023 7:55 PM

Kali Puja tonight in Bangladesh

Kali Puja or Shyama Puja, the second largest festival after Durga Puja of the Bengali Hindu community, will be celebrated across Bangladesh tonight.  Marking the festival, members of the Hindu community will light earthen lamps at their houses, temples and crematoriums in memory of their departed e...

November 12, 2023 12:06 PM

Six England World Cup players retained for Caribbean tour

Six players from England's 50-over World Cup squad have retained their place for the One-Day International against the West Indies, while uncapped seamers Josh Tongue and John Turner have been called up for the ODIs and Twenty20s, the cricket board (ECB) announced on Sunday. Jos Buttler will...