Diwali holiday
Jul 24, 2026
A California court has reportedly invalidated certain portions of the law that officially recognised Diwali as a state holiday, months after the legislation came into effect.
Oct 23, 2025
Bengaluru saw a surge in commuters on Thursday as people returned to the city following the festive long weekend, leading to massive crowds at the Majestic Metro station.
Oct 22, 2025
India celebrates more festivals than almost any other country — from Diwali and Holi to Onam and Durga Puja.
Oct 21, 2025
This year’s Diwali brought a bit of confusion across the country, with many wondering whether the festival should be celebrated on October 20 or October 21, 2025.
Oct 20, 2025
In a special press announcement, the government of Tamil Nadu has announced October 21 as a public holiday for all government and private offices, schools, and colleges across the state.
Oct 20, 2025
In response to the recent clarification on Diwali dates, the Odisha government has announced an additional holiday on October 20, 2025, to commemorate the festival of lights.
Oct 20, 2025
As Diwali celebrations approach, bank customers are wondering whether banks are open or closed today, October 20, 2025.
Oct 18, 2025
As the festival of Diwali approaches, banks across India are gearing up for a nationwide holiday.
Oct 18, 2025
With Diwali 2025 on the horizon, schools in India are making preparations to provide children with a festive holiday.
Oct 18, 2025
As Diwali 2025 draws near, school students throughout India are waiting for their school vacations to commemorate the Festival of Lights with relatives and friends.
Oct 18, 2025
The Revenue Department on Friday proposed that October 20 (Monday) be declared a public holiday for Diwali in Odisha. The final decision, however, is pending the approval of Chief Minister Mohan...
Oct 18, 2025
With Diwali, the festival of lights, drawing near, there is some uncertainty regarding the exact date for festivities because of the timing of Amavasya Tithi, the new moon phase that marks when...
Oct 17, 2025
As Diwali 2025 draws near, schools in India are getting ready to celebrate the festive holiday.
Oct 17, 2025
With Diwali just around the corner, students across Maharashtra are in for a long festive break.
Oct 15, 2025
With October 16 nearing, children and parents are looking forward to knowing whether schools will be open or closed.
Oct 15, 2025
With Diwali approaching, many are perplexed over the date of the festival this year. Some reports indicate that Diwali will be observed on Monday, October 20, while others note the festival on...
Oct 15, 2025
In a recent development, the Karnataka government has announced that all government and aided schools in the state will remain closed until October 18, 2025. This decision has brought joy to students...
Oct 14, 2025
The Diwali 2025 holidays are ushering in a long festive vacation, ideal for booking a short, rejuvenating holiday. With offices shut and homes aglow with celebrations, everyone is seeking a quick...
Oct 14, 2025
As the festive season lights up the country, several states have announced Diwali holidays for schools and colleges, much to the excitement of students and parents alike.
Oct 09, 2025
Diwali is a vibrant festival celebrated across the Indian subcontinent. It holds significant importance in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Deepavali, also known as Diwali, the festival of lights, is...
Oct 08, 2025
In a groundbreaking move, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill into law, making Diwali an official state holiday.
Sep 29, 2025
With the festive season approaching, investors should brace for multiple stock market holidays in October 2025.
Sep 25, 2025
The festive season is set to bring cheer to students and parents across India, as schools prepare to close for extended holidays ahead of Diwali.
Sep 16, 2025
With Diwali falling on October 20, 2025 (Monday), people across Tamil Nadu are eagerly hoping for an extended holiday this festive season.
Sep 16, 2025
Deepawali, the most celebrated festival among Hindus, is not just confined to India—it lights up many countries across the world where the Indian diaspora resides.
Nov 06, 2024
The Metro system of Bangalore witnessed a record number of ridership on Monday when commuters flocked to the city after the Deepavali break.
Oct 31, 2024
The festive season has finally started, and the festival of Diwali is being celebrated all over India. November 1 comes during this festive season; is it a holiday for schools and colleges? Not...
Oct 29, 2024
The festive season has caught up with UP and Uttarakhand, and October and November will be packed with a series of holidays. Chhoti Diwali begins the festival period, followed by Diwali and into the...
Oct 28, 2024
Diwali is coming soon, and Hyderabad students are all geared up to celebrate. After the 13-day Dussehra break in schools, the city schools will remain closed on October 31, 2024, for the festival of...
Oct 23, 2024
The month of November 2024 is packed to capacity with celebrations and special days.
Oct 23, 2024
Everyone is wondering whether there is a holiday for schools on November 1 after the Diwali celebrations on October 31. Yes, in a few states, the government has declared a holiday on November 1.
Oct 22, 2024
The festival season has already arrived in Telangana, and the students are waiting for Diwali vacation.
Oct 21, 2024
The Tamil Nadu state government has declared October 31, 2024, as the day for Diwali celebrations and November 1, 2024, will be an additional public holiday.
