Topic: Diwali

Traffic arrangements have been changed in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, during Diwali, with a one-way system in major markets, parking at five locations and restrictions on four-wheelers on some routes.

Traffic arrangements in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, have been changed for Dhanteras and Diwali, with heavy vehicles barred from 6 to 8 November.

Traffic arrangements will be changed in Durg, Chhattisgarh, during Diwali as crowds are expected to rise in markets, with vehicle entry curbs in Indira Market.

In Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, the Food Safety Department collected seven samples of sweets and savouries from three hotels ahead of Diwali for laboratory testing.

Ahead of Diwali, Delhi’s Bhagirath Palace wholesale electrical market is seeing swadeshi products account for more than 70 percent of goods.

Security agencies are on alert after bomb threats in Uttar Pradesh before Diwali, with Ayodhya, Kashi and Mathura among religious sites mentioned as targets.

Police carried out a night-time flag march in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, ahead of Diwali to review security arrangements and appeal for peace and harmony.

Traffic arrangements in Noida have been changed for Dhanteras and Diwali, with route diversions planned from November 5 to 8 to manage market crowds.

The two-day annual event ‘Diwali Skill Wali 2026’ concluded at Scope Global Skills University, Bhopal, with student stalls, performances, food and cultural activities.

Ahead of Diwali, traffic pressure increased in Delhi as crowds in markets, illegal parking and traffic violations left vehicles stuck in jams for hours in several areas.

Diwali shopping has caused severe traffic jams in Delhi, with long queues of vehicles around several markets and busy routes ahead of Dhanteras.

An inspection was carried out at the district hospital to review health services, cleanliness and patient facilities ahead of Diwali and Chhath.

Ahead of Diwali, food department teams inspected sweet shops in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, and collected khoya, laddoo and other sweet samples for laboratory testing.

In Basti, Uttar Pradesh, pista special sweet is selling for Rs 1,600 per kg ahead of Diwali, while fancy bouquets and attractive gift hampers are also in demand.

Railways has made special arrangements at Raipur railway station amid the Chhath and Diwali rush, with three trains to operate from platform number 7 from November 4 to 14.

Air pollution in Delhi worsened before Diwali, with some AQI readings crossing 450 on November 3, while the official average AQI on November 4 was 350.

As Deepawali approaches, shopping crowds in Delhi-NCR markets have led to severe traffic congestion across major roads and market areas.

Ambience Mall in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, has unveiled the 18-foot ‘A Lotus in Full Bloom’ installation on the occasion of Diwali.

Ahead of Diwali, the Food Safety Department inspected hotels and food establishments in Raigarh and found lapses at Alankar Hotel.

During Diwali shopping in New Delhi, rising traffic, dust, smoke and firecrackers can increase pollution. Follow simple precautions to protect your health.