Diwali celebrations
American YouTuber Faces Backlash After Filming Traditional Karnataka Cow Dung Festival: Cultural Controversy Explained
Oct 27, 2025 05:20 pm CST
An American YouTuber's controversial filming of Karnataka's traditional Gorehabba festival has sparked outrage across social media. Tyler Oliveira's videos showing the sacred cow dung throwing ritual during Diwali celebrations have been criticized for cultural insensitivity and misrepresenting the religious significance of this ancient purification ceremony. While the content creator defends his actions as non-racist documentation, many Indian viewers argue he deliberately portrayed their tradition as bizarre for Western entertainment.
Mahua Moitra Faces Backlash After Accidentally Agreeing with Racist Anti-Diwali Comment
Oct 24, 2025 02:01 pm CST
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra sparked controversy after appearing to endorse a racist social media post that used derogatory language against Indians celebrating Diwali overseas. While she later claimed it was a "genuine mistake" made while scrolling through her feed, the incident prompted sharp criticism from the BJP and widespread debate on social media, highlighting the volatile intersection of politics, religion, and online communication in India.
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Celebrates Diwali With Military Personnel In Strategic Ladakh Region
Oct 21, 2025 12:54 pm CST
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh visited Ladakh to celebrate Diwali with Indian Air Force and Army personnel, commending their dedication in guarding India's borders under challenging high-altitude conditions. Similarly, Deputy Chief Air Marshal Bharti visited troops at Siachen Glacier, while Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor joined celebrations at Rinchen Auditorium, honoring servicemen braving extreme conditions to protect the nation.
Rahul Gandhi Celebrates Diwali at Delhi's Historic 235-Year-Old Ghantewala Sweet Shop, Makes Traditional Sweets
Oct 20, 2025 05:20 pm CST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the historic Ghantewala sweet shop in Old Delhi to celebrate Diwali, trying his hand at making traditional Indian sweets like Imarti and Besan Laddus. The 235-year-old establishment, reopened in 2024 after closing in 2015, has a rich heritage of serving generations of Indian political leaders. Gandhi highlighted the underappreciated craftsmanship behind traditional sweet-making during his visit to this iconic Delhi landmark.
BJP Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav's Comparison of Diwali and Christmas Celebrations
Oct 19, 2025 05:09 pm CST
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav sparked controversy by suggesting India should learn from global Christmas celebrations instead of spending on Diwali lamps, drawing sharp criticism from BJP and VHP leaders. The political row intensified as Ayodhya prepares to illuminate over 26 lakh diyas, with opponents accusing Yadav of having an "anti-Sanatana mindset" and glorifying foreign traditions over Indian culture.
Delhi Metro Announces Special Train Timings for Diwali 2025: Complete Schedule Details
Oct 18, 2025 09:31 pm CST
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced special metro train timings for Diwali 2025. Services will begin at 6 AM on October 19 on Pink, Magenta, and Grey Lines, while the last trains on Diwali day (October 20) will depart at 10 PM from all terminal stations. These adjustments aim to facilitate travel during one of Delhi's busiest festivals.
Controversial Diwali Gift: Maharashtra Temple Employees Given Chicken Masala Despite Religious Vegetarian Practices
Oct 18, 2025 02:03 pm CST
Temple employees at Maharashtra's sacred Vitthal temple in Pandharpur received chicken masala packets as Diwali gifts from their outsourcing company BVG, sparking widespread outrage among devotees, particularly the vegetarian Warkaris sect. The incident highlights a significant cultural insensitivity during India's most important festival traditionally celebrating light over darkness.
Green Crackers in Delhi: Less Harmful But Still Controversial for Public Health and Air Quality
Oct 18, 2025 01:35 pm CST
The Supreme Court's recent decision to allow green crackers in Delhi during Diwali has sparked debate among residents and environmental advocates. While these alternative fireworks produce 30% less pollution than conventional ones, many question whether "less harmful" is sufficient in a city already struggling with dangerous air quality levels. This article examines the controversy, regulations, implementation challenges, and the balance between tradition and public health in India's capital.
Chirag Paswan Predicts Historic NDA Victory in Bihar Assembly Elections 2025
Oct 18, 2025 11:59 am CST
Chirag Paswan, leader of Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), affirms that the NDA remains united ahead of Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11. Dismissing reports of internal conflicts, he expressed confidence in achieving a historic victory under Nitish Kumar's leadership when results are announced on November 14. His party will contest 29 seats as part of the NDA alliance, with seat-sharing arrangements finalized among all coalition partners.
