Diwali Impact

Is the stock market open on Diwali 2024? Here's all you need to know

This is an ideal opportunity for all the seasoned investors to add new stocks to their portfolios or boost their investments in stocks they already own

Diwali brings renewed hope for young potters and traditional crafts

The resurgence of earthen lamps or diyas, in recent years, has ignited a new hope for young potters, breathing life into a tradition that was once on the brink of decline. The growing demand, fuelled by the popularity of large-scale Deepotsav celebrations being organised in various cities in line with the grand event in Ayodhya and the increasing trend towards sustainable living, has empowered a new generation of artisans to embrace pottery as a viable and promising career. Sachin Prajapati, an engineer-turned-potter, exemplifies this shift. After a decade in the tech industry, he returned to his roots and established a workshop focused on producing clay-based products, including diyas, kulhads, and cups. "I aim to make a significant impact in the market with our clay-based daily use products," Prajapati shared. He is actively working to establish a cooperative with other local potters, fostering skill development and ensuring the sustainability of the craft. Based out of Mankapur,

Consumer firms see demand uptick but await Diwali sales for full picture

In consumer durables, demand was somewhat affected by unseasonal rains during Dusshera, according to Nilesh Gupta, managing director of Vijay Sales

Sky high: Diwali airfares shoot to Rs 20K-30K on some domestic routes

Limited capacity growth, high demand pushing up ticket prices

Diwali witnessed 49% rise in online sales, K-shaped recovery continues

Shopping trends during the festive season indicated a K-shaped recovery in the economy, as the items related to mass consumption struggled, but the premium products registered a surge in sales

Diwali eve: Mumbai airport handles record 1,032 flights on November 11

The airport surpassed its previous record of 1,004 flight movements registered on December 9, 2018

Delhi continues to breathe poisonous air, AQI in several parts 'severe'

Delhi air pollution: Doctors say breathing in the polluted air of Delhi is equivalent to the harmful effects of smoking approximately ten cigarettes a day

Diwali PM2.5 levels in Delhi rose by 45% compared to 2022: Report

The concentration of fine, lung-damaging particulate matters PM2.5 and PM10 increased by 45 percent and 33 percent respectively on Diwali compared to last year, according to an analysis by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC). The pollution control body also said nearly all air quality monitoring stations in the national capital recorded an increase in pollution levels on Diwali day compared to the previous year. Delhi's 24-hour average PM10 concentration on Diwali (Sunday) stood at 430 micrograms per cubic meter, an increase from 322 micrograms per cubic meter last year, and 748 micrograms per cubic meter in 2021, the DPCC report showed. The city recorded a 24-hour average PM2.5 concentration of 314 micrograms per cubic meter, compared to 217 micrograms per cubic meter last year and 607 micrograms per cubic meter in 2021. The DPCC data revealed that, except for Alipur, Patparganj, Najafgarh, Karni Singh Shooting Range, and Okhla, all stations (total 24) observed an increas

Diwali 2023: Heartfelt wishes, greetings, quotes for festival of lights

As the auspicious event of Diwali graces us with its enlightening presence, let us share some of the warmest wishes to our family, friends, and relatives

Choti Diwali 2023: History, Importance, Timings, Wishes and Messages

Chhoti Diwali or Narak Chaturdashi falls on the 14th day of Kartik month, according to the Hindu schedule. It is celebrated in India a day before Diwali

Diwali 2023: Top 10 DIY simple tips for effective festive skin glow

This is the right time to get a serious eating routine to detox your skin before the Diwali madness starts. Well, you don't have to go miles to take on a skin-healthy routine, read here for details

13 reasons behind lighting 13 Diyas on Dhanteras; all details inside

The celebration of Dhanteras marks the start of Diwali. The festival honors Lord Dhanvantari, the lord of health, medicine and healing. The celebration involves the lighting of 13 diyas (oil lights)

Top 10 Diwali gift ideas to celebrate the festival of light; details inside

Gift-giving is particularly encouraging amongst loved ones. Traditional gifts incorporate pretty much anything gold (think adornments and coins), as well as nuts and little desserts

This Diwali, PM urges people to buy local products, post selfie on NaMo App

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged people, this Diwali, to buy products which have been made locally and then post a selfie with the product or its maker on the NaMo App. In a post on X, Modi said, "This Diwali, let us celebrate India's entrepreneurial and creative spirit with #VocalForLocal threads on NaMo app. https://narendramodi.in/vocal4local" "Buy products which have been made locally and then post a selfie with the product or the maker on the NaMo App. Invite your friends and family to join your thread and spread the spirit of positivity," Modi said. "Let us use the power of digital media to support local talent, encourage the creativity of fellow Indians and keep our traditions thriving," he said. In his remarks during October's 'Mann Ki Baat', Modi had reiterated his strong pitch for being 'vocal for local' "Like every time, this time too, during festivals, our priority should be 'Vocal for Local'," he had said. "I want to reiterate my request that wherever

Festivals bring $13 bn sale for e-tailers, MSMEs clock more Diwali orders

MSMEs from non-metro cities are clocking more Diwali orders this year than sellers from metro cities while the e-commerce opportunity could be at a staggering USD 13 billion for the Indian MSMEs during the festive season, says a report. Tech-enabled logistics platform and unicorn Shiprocket in its report released on Thursday noted that with e-commerce gaining traction, it anticipates around 10-15 per cent of the total order volume to be attributed to first-time shoppers. Shiprocket estimates the Indian e-commerce opportunity will be at a staggering USD 13-billion for the Indian MSMEs during the festive season, it said. Observing that as much as 56 per cent of its order volume originates from non-metro cities, the platform said this underscores the rapid adoption of online shopping and digital transactions in smaller towns and rural areas. In this spirit, MSMEs from tier-2, tier-3 and tier-4 cities are expecting higher Diwali gift orders than sellers from metro cities, it ...

Delhi re-imposes ban on use, sale of firecrackers ahead of festive season

At Sadar Bazar, Delhi's largest wholesale firecracker market, the news doesn't create any waves

Agra sees 'very poor' AQI, more people with respiratory trouble post Diwali

The city witnessed an increase in the number of people suffering from respiratory issues after Diwali

Top Headlines: Centre cuts excise on fuel, govt to miss disinvestment goals

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Lucknow splurges on Dhanteras, puts Covid gloom behind, spends Rs 2,900cr

The state capital spent around Rs 2,900 crore in a single day on Tuesday.

Diwali keeps oil companies from revising petrol, diesel retail prices

The good news for consumers is that global prices has fallen back to $ 42 a barrel from a level of over $ 45 a barrel reached early this week.