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World of Warcraft (WoW) commemorates its 20th anniversary with a major in-game event, inviting players to take part in special quests and earn exclusive rewards.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light showers in the city on October 30 and 31, aligning with the Diwali celebrations which start on October 29 and continue until November 3. Meteorologists noted that both day and night temperatures are expected to be slightly warmer than usual, with early morning mist predicted throughout the week. “An upper air circulation is anticipated over Maharashtra in the next two days, increasing moisture in areas like Madhya Maharashtra, which includes Pune,” a senior Met official explained.

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firecracker shop as a side business in his hometown, garnering significant public attention as Diwali approaches. Ray shared his new venture on X (formerly Twitter), sharing two photos of his setup and describing how he balances his main job with this seasonal business. Ray’s plan involves coding from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for his regular job and dedicating 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. to manage the cracker shop. “All set for opening up the (temporary) cracker shop this Diwali with 2 other friends,” he posted. “10 to 4 office/coding and 4 to 9 cracker shop,” he added.

Diwali, also called Deepavali is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions. It symbolises the spiritual «victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance» The celebrations generally last five or six days. During the festival, the celebrants illuminate their homes, temples and workspaces with diyas (oil lamps), candles and lanterns.

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The Uttar Pradesh government said it aims to create a new world record by lighting 25 to 28 lakh lamps along the banks of the Saryu River, while special eco-friendly lamps will illuminate the Ram temple. These lamps are designed to prevent stains and soot from affecting the temple's structure and will remain lit for extended periods. Ninety-five percent of the decoration work on the ghats is complete. A unique feature of this year's Deepotsav is that 10,000 people will be allowed to participate in the celebrations. A viewing gallery is being constructed at Ram Ki Paidi for the attendees, which will be ready before the event.

Mohan Yadav on Sunday said the BJP will win assembly polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand just like it emerged victorious in Haryana. Speaking to reporters in Chitrakoot, where he inaugurated a sport fest of Vidya Bharati, Yadav said the future of the country was bright under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP «is moving towards victory». «We will win in Maharashtra and Jharkhand just like we won in Haryana. I will be going to Jharkhand to attend nomination paper submissions of our candidates,» he said. Assembly polls will be held in two phases (November 13 and 20) in Jharkhand and in a single phase (November 20) in Maharashtra. Results for both states will be declared on November 23.

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has extended his Deepavali greetings to those «who have faith,» remarks that drew sarcastic response from opposition BJP. The BJP has been targeting the DMK for not wishing people on Hindu festivals, including Deepavali and Vinayaka Chathurthi. DMK leaders including its late president and former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi have not greeted people on Deepavali, in line with their rationalistic beliefs. However, at a party event here on Saturday, while extending his greetings to supporters for the party's platinum jubilee celebrations, Udhayanidhi also greeted people for "Deepa oli thirunaal" much to the surprise of many.

Assam Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday approved the proposal to increase the Dearness Allowance (DA) for the state government employees by three per cent from the current 50 per cent to 53 per cent of their basic salary. The increase in the DA will be retroactively effective from July this year, Chief Minister Sarma announced in the press conference. The employees will receive their DA arrears starting from December to March, with the government providing 25 per cent of the amount each month.

City Champions Summit, hosted by Josh Talks, on Saturday, 16 innovative startups were celebrated for their groundbreaking work in transforming India’s urban landscapes. The Summit is supported by Omidyar Network India and was held at The Claridges, New Delhi. The event convened the leaders in urban development underscoring the future of sustainable, inclusive cities. This summit culminates a three-month accelerator program which was designed by Josh Talks in partnership with IIM Calcutta Innovation Park with the aim nurture 16 impact startups working across sectors such as climate action, transport, city planning, energy and more. These startups were handpicked through a rigorous evaluation process from over 350 applicants. The City Champions program began in April this year by inviting applications across 8 thematic sectors. The accelerator program kicked-off in late July and included exposure to 16 startups through virtual sessions with industry leaders, 1:1 mentorship from IIM-C experts, access to funders and potential business partners through physical boot camps held across Kolkata, Bengaluru and Delhi.

financial markets have delivered impressive returns, rewarding investors handsomely. Even portfolios that underperformed compared to benchmarks like the Sensex or Nifty likely still outpaced other asset classes. Indian stock markets posted strong gains, with Nifty 50 and Sensex delivering 11-12% annualized returns over 5 years and 15-16% over 3 years. Mid-cap and small-cap indices outperformed, offering 12-20% returns. Real estate showed moderate growth, with residential properties yielding 3-6% and commercial real estate 8-12%. Gold surged, providing 8-12% returns, while debt instruments and fixed deposits offered lower but stable returns of 4-7%. Equities clearly outperformed. But as we celebrate these gains, Diwali 2024 brings with it an important reminder: the need to re-evaluate and refresh our investment portfolios. No matter how successful the past has been, the spirit of Diwali encourages us to let go of the old, stale, and non-performing elements—making room for a fresh start.

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Akasa Air has kicked off a network-wide Diwali sale, offering, what they called, enticing fares to make this festive season brighter for travelers. From October 24 to October 27, 2024, travelers can take advantage of discounts of up to 15% on basic fares for international flight bookings by using the promo code DIWALI15. Domestic travelers are also in for a treat, with all-inclusive one-way fares starting as low as Rs 1,499. This limited-time offer is designed to cater to a wide range of travel needs, ensuring that families can reunite and celebrate Diwali without breaking the bank, the airline said. Bookings can be made through various channels, including the Akasa Air website, the mobile app, and authorised travel partners. The promotion is applicable to 'Saver' and 'Flexi' fare categories, making it easy for travelers to choose the option that best suits their plans. To avail of these attractive fares, customers must book their flights at least seven days in advance.

Amit Shah on Wednesday announced that the government will celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, on October 31 next year, with two-year nationwide celebrations from 2024 to 2026. Shah announced on X: «Sardar Patel-ji's enduring legacy as the visionary behind the establishment of one of the world's most robust democracies and his pivotal role in unifying India from Kashmir to Lakshadweep remains indelible. To honour his monumental contributions, the government of India, under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, will commemorate his 150th birth anniversary with a two-year-long nationwide celebration from 2024 to 2026. This celebration will serve as a testament to his remarkable achievements and the spirit of unity that he epitomised.»

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Raymond Lifestyle Ltd, the textiles and apparel company known for its suits and other formal wear, has ventured into categories such as ethnic clothing, innerwear, and sleepwear. Will its journey be comparable to that of any brand? Not exactly, since Raymond remains focused on men’s clothing and continues catering to consumer and business segments.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Centre has put its grand highway expansion plan spanning decades on the backburner, shifting its preference to short-term projects that can be approved and rolled out quicker, two people aware of the change said. The complexities of long-duration projects prompted the Union road ministry to stop pursuing its Vision 2047 blueprint, the people cited above said on the condition of anonymity.

Sean Diddy Combs. Diddy is still facing a growing number of lawsuits, according to Business Insider. A lawsuit was filed against Combs on Monday, claiming that he had sexually assaulted a 16-year-old during one of his well-known white parties. One of six new lawsuits that were filed against the hip-hop mogul in October, the others alleging rape and sexual assault. The complaint was part of a wave of 120 civil lawsuits that are anticipated to be filed against him soon, as quoted in a report by the Business Insider. All of the accusations against Combs have been refuted by his attorneys, who have described the six lawsuits filed this month as an effort to garner publicity.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Meta Platforms took down accounts on Threads and Instagram that track the private jet travel of famous figures including Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Kim Kardashian and others. The company said the accounts, which use publicly available data to chronicle the planes’ movements, were suspended for privacy reasons, citing “the risk of physical harm to individuals." The episode echoes a decision Musk made to ban flight-tracking accounts on Twitter after he had acquired the platform, now called X.