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NewYork: Diwali was commemorated for the first time at the United Nations, with the world body’s imposing headquarters here lit up especially on the occasion of the Indian festival of lights. The facade of the UN headquarters was lit in bright hues and the words ‘Happy Diwali’, along with theContinue Reading

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The President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran has sent a Message to Hindus for the Feast of Deepavali (Diwali), entitled Christians and Hindus: Promoting hope among families. “The health of society depends on our familial bonds and yet we know that today the very notionContinue Reading

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The Christmas carols play in the background while my 9-year-old daughter and I decorate the tree. It’s propped up in a corner of our living room, the green limbs stretching their reach while the mini-lights create constellations on the branches. As a sweet treat, I’ve made hot chocolate with marshmallows.Continue Reading

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Jorhat: The Jorhat district administration has tied up with Assam Agricultural University (AAU) here to make bio-fertiliser from the banana trees that will be used for decorations during Diwali celebrations. Banana trees are put up in front of houses and shops as part of decorations on the entrances during theContinue Reading