Three Indian cities among world's 10 most polluted after Diwali
A thick layer of smog had begun to circulate in New Delhi from Sunday night, sending its AQI to an alarming 680 a little after midnight.
Mon Nov 13 2023
Indian capital gets a breather as rain brings respite from smog
Friday's rain comes two days before the Diwali festival, when many people defy a ban on firecrackers, causing a spike in air pollution.
Fri Nov 10 2023
Indians pinning their hopes on Rishi Sunak on Diwali
Boris Johnson pulled out of the prime ministerial race late on Sunday, boosting Sunak's chances of taking the top job and replacing his Conservative party leadership rival Liz Truss.
Mon Oct 24 2022
India's festive mood raises fears of surge of coronavirus
The crowds filling shopping areas ahead of the Diwali festival of lights on Saturday are raising hopes of India's distressed business community after months of lockdown.
Fri Nov 13 2020
India reports daily jump of 50,210 coronavirus infections
Experts warn that the Diwali festival season could lead to a spike.
Thu Nov 05 2020
India's festive season spawns fears of renewed virus surge
Just weeks after India fully opened up from a harsh lockdown, a Hindu festival season is raising fears that a fresh surge could spoil the hard-won gains.
Sun Oct 25 2020
Despite coronavirus, Indian traders stock up in hopes of festive cheer
India's biggest shopping season is at the time of the festivals of Durga Puja and Diwali.
Thu Oct 22 2020
India cinemas reopen, hoping to lure back movie-mad fans
In India, the pandemic has upended a culture that treats movies as something of a religion, and its stars as gods.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Deepavali around the world
Dancers perform a traditional Indian dance during the Diwali festival of light celebrations, in Trafalgar Square, central London, Britain.
Thu Oct 19 2017
Rajinikanth's '2.0' release postponed to January 25, 2018
The makers of Rajinikanth's '2.0' have postponed the film's release date from Diwali this year to Jan 25, 2018, the Press Trust of India (PTI) reported.
Sat Apr 22 2017
Malaysians to usher in Festival of Lights
Deepavali is another major celebration in Malaysia that is just around the corner (Oct 29).
Thu Oct 27 2016
Malaysia a model of unity, multiracial society with equal rights - DPM
The deputy prime minister said the balance could be seen in the freedom of all races to practise their own religions and cultures, as enshrined in the Federal Constitution.
Mon Nov 09 2015
Hindus celebrate the festival of lights
The colours, the bright lights, the scent and excitement are the clearest indication that the Indians are celebrating Deepavali, also known as Diwali.
Mon Nov 09 2015
Amazon poised to win big as India launches annual festive shopping spree
Amazon.com Inc could emerge as the biggest winner from one of India's most important festive and shopping seasons, after the e-tailer offered steep discounts and swift delivery.
Sun Oct 18 2015
India's forgotten widows defy taboos to celebrate Diwali
Until recently, widows were kept hidden from society and virtually forbidden to celebrate. But that is now changing.
Wed Oct 22 2014
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024