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How Diwali feels different after you move away from home

Diwali away from home transforms from a festival of noise and togetherness into a quiet reflection on belonging, memory, and the meaning of light itself

In Photos | Binge on these low-calorie sweets this Diwali

Diwali is here and that means lots and lots of mithai and sweets. But if you are calorie counting, these are the ones you must indulge

Gold Rush & Rituals: Diwali 2025’s dilemma between priceless traditions and soaring rates

As Diwali 2025 shines upon India, gold prices have soared to unprecedented highs, with 24-carat rates crossing ₹1.28 lakh per 10 grams in cities like Delhi and Mumbai.

October 20 or 21? When is Diwali?

The Festival of Lights is here! But there’s a slight confusion about when exactly Lakshmi Puja is this year. We tell you

In Photos | Lanterns, Lehengas, and Lights: Diwali markets in India you can’t miss

It’s Diwali season and everyone’s stocking up on sweets and decorations for their houses. With so much to do and so little time, here’s a list of markets where people can shop for decorations for the ‘festival of lights’

In Photos | Lights, colour, celebration... How to give your home an effortless festival glow this Diwali

Diwali is just around the corner, and preparations are in full swing to adorn homes. From lanterns to rangolis, here are some easy home decor ideas

Diwali gold buying guide: What to check before you invest

Diwali is a festival of lights but what makes Diwali more prosperous? It is buying jewellery and other products. Here are top 8 ways you can do before investing on Diwali.

In Photos| Gold shines bright, wallets tighten, Diwali 2025's price surge story

As Diwali approaches, gold prices in India have surged to unprecedented record highs, crossing ₹1.27 lakh per 10 grams for 24-carat gold. This festive season, consumers face a dilemma.

In Photos | Vastu tips for Diwali 2025: Where to place diyas, Lakshmi idol, and torans

Following simple Vastu tips for placing diyas, Lakshmi idols, and torans can invite positivity, prosperity, and harmony into your home this Diwali 2025

In Photos| 10 unique Diwali gift ideas that go beyond sweets and dry fruits

Diwali is all about spreading joy, love, and light. While sweets and dry fruits are go-to options for gifting, there are other more thoughtful gifts which you can give your loved ones this Diwali.

Hungry much? Bite into a kathi roll, among the world's 10 best wraps

Food and travel guide TasteAtlas has revealed its rankings for the top wraps in the world. India's iconic Kathi roll has made it to the top 10 with Gyros from Greece and Tantuni from Turkey also making it to the list

In Photos | From Starmer’s RAF Voyager to Modi’s Air India One, the VVIP of jets

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in India for his first official visit on October 8. Accompanied by a delegation of over 100 individuals, Starmer touched down in a British Airways flight BA 9100, a commercial plane, shining a spotlight on the VVIP jets that world leaders use

In Photos | Keir Starmer bends it like Beckham on Day 1 of India visit

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in India’s financial capital, Mumbai, for a two-day visit. This is his first state visit to the country since taking office. And on Day 1 of his trip, he participated in a football showcase event and visited the iconic Yash Raj Films studio

In Photos | Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata... Which is India's safest city?

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has released its list of safest and most unsafe cities in the country for 2024. Kolkata has emerged as the safest for the fourth year running, while Kochi is the most unsafe city. Where does your city lie?

From king penguins to barn owls, these photographs tell the story of the beautiful lives of birds

Birds are fascinating creatures, and these winning images from the Bird Photographer of the Year contest are evidence of it. The competition celebrates the beauty of birds while also supporting conservation efforts and raising awareness of the threats they face

In Photos | Anger spills out on the streets across the world over Israel’s interception of Gaza flotilla

Multiple ships carrying more than 400 people, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, were intercepted by the Israeli navy on their way to Palestine. The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail from Barcelona last month to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza. Now, protests have erupted around the world demanding intervention by world leaders

Orcas, humpback whales and stingrays… A deep dive into our oceans

The winning images from this year’s Ocean Photographer of the Year competition, presented by Oceanographic Magazine and Blancpain, are out, and we can’t sit still. Here are some of our favourites from the contest

In Photos | Do you live in one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods?

Time Out magazine has listed this year’s coolest neighbourhoods. They spread as far as Tokyo’s Jimbocho to Avondale in Chicago

From France to Greece, this is where Indian millionaires like to holiday

Where do India’s millionaires like to spend their free time? Hurun India’s Wealth Report and Luxury Consumer Survey 2025 has revealed the go-to international destinations that are preferred by the country’s Richie Rich

In Photos | From Sydney to Mumbai and more… it’s an iPhone 17 frenzy

Today’s a big day for Apple lovers! The new iPhone 17 series has gone on sale. Long queues of people could be seen outside the stores of the tech behemoth. These pictures tell the tale of the bubbling excitement

Selfies, hugs and howdy… 20 of PM Modi’s most viral moments

It’s Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday. Here are 20 of his most viral moments, from selfies with the Khans to laughs with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping

In Photos | The Emmys featured Gaza prominently. Here's how

The 77th Emmy Awards held in Los Angeles featured the who's who of Hollywood. It also served as a platform for celebrities to extend their support to Gaza and highlight the plight of Palestinians amid the war. From Javier Bardem to Aimee Lou Wood, here's how Gaza was on almost everyone's mind at the event

Look at the stars... The images will brighten your day

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich, has announced the winners of this year’s ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition. These pictures of the Milky Way, Moon and beyond are otherworldly... in every sense

In Photos | ‘We will never forget’: America’s grief is palpable 24 years after 9/11 attacks

It's been 24 years since the horrific 9/11 attacks took place in America, killing nearly 3,000 people. On Thursday, the US commemorated with moments of silence and the tolling of bells

In Photos | Nepal tries to pick up the pieces after days of unrest

The roads of Nepal are deserted, a stark contrast to the recent violence that unfolded in Kathmandu and other cities. Curfew has been imposed for most of the day, and when relaxed, people rush to purchase groceries and fill fuel. This is the country’s new normal… for now

In Photos | Londoners walk, cycle to reach their destinations amid Tube strike chaos

London Underground strike has entered its second full day with nearly all services shutting down. Thousands in the city are struggling to get to work. Some are hopping onto buses, others are cycling

Rest in Style! Reliving Giorgio Armani’s best fashion moments

Italian designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91. But his style will live on forever. As the world mourns his loss, we remember him through some of his best designs, worn by celebrities and royalty alike

In Photos | Delhi underwater as the Yamuna flows through the streets

The disaster in Delhi continues to unfold. The Yamuna River has surged after torrential rains, flowing above the danger mark and swallowing homes and establishments. These pictures tell a frightening story

In Photos | Punjab struggles to stay afloat amid worst floods in nearly 4 decades 

Rains and floods have wreaked havoc in Punjab. The deluge has claimed 30 lives and affected over 3.5 lakh people, leaving thousands homeless. From crops to cattle, little has been spared

From Putin's Aurus Senat to Trump's Beast: Which world leader has the most-advanced car?

One of the big moments from the Shanghai Cooperation (SCO) Summit in China’s Tianjin was Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi carpooling. Amid the spotlight on the Russian leader’s limousine, let us check out some of the fortified wheels that world leaders use