Topic: Bhopal

Sweet markets in Auraiya saw Diwali crowds as customers bought traditional sweets, with Balushahi demand rising and sugar-free options also drawing interest.

The Fire Department has made special preparations to deal with fire incidents during Diwali, with teams formed at all stations and small vehicles deployed.

A case has come to light in Noida in which a person was allegedly cheated of around Rs 20 lakh in the name of investment.

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Kanpur Metro’s operating timetable has been changed for Diwali, with services available only until 7 pm on the festival day.

The BJP has targeted Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav over his Ayodhya visit, with Shrikant Sharma raising questions linked to past events.

In Maharajganj, on the occasion of Diwali, the District Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police distributed sweets and firecrackers to needy people.

The rise in passengers travelling home for Diwali has increased pressure on bus and rail transport in Kanpur, with shortages causing delays.

Police in Baghpat destroyed 246 kg of illegal firecrackers and increased vigilance to curb illegal sale, storage and movement during the festival.

Nursing officers agitating over their 13-point demands observed Black Day on Diwali, continuing their month-long protest through symbolic demonstrations.

Raghavendra Singh (IAS), Commissioner-cum-Managing Director of the Madhya Pradesh Mandi Board, inspected Narsinghpur and Gadarwara agricultural produce markets.

Preparations have gathered pace for the wedding of cricketer Rinku Singh and MP Priya Saroj, scheduled for December 4 in Lucknow.

Balrampur District Social Welfare Officer Rahul Gupta has been suspended over allegations of illegal recovery, negligence and rude behaviour with subordinate staff.

A heavy rush of customers was seen at the 125-year-old Azad Firecracker Shop in Lucknow's Dubagga area on the occasion of Diwali.

In Deoria, the Diwali firecracker market remained subdued as prices rose about 25 to 30 per cent compared with last year, affecting customers’ purchases.

Karnataka has invited investors and major industrial companies from India and abroad to invest in clean energy, renewable energy and green technology projects in the state.

A controversy has arisen over drain construction work costing around ₹37 lakh in Ward No. 7 of Saharanpur, with Young Tiranga Club demanding an inquiry.

Customer numbers remained low at the Shyam Nagar firecracker market, where security arrangements were made and two fire brigade vehicles were deployed.

A grand ‘Deepotsav 2026 - Season 5’ celebration was held at Lucknow University’s Faculty of Engineering and Technology, highlighting Indian culture and traditions.

Lucknow University has directed all affiliated colleges to begin academic and cultural activities with the university’s official Kulgeet.