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Sindoor Khela in pics: Women bask in festivities
On Vijayadashami, West Bengal bids farewell to Goddess Durga with the vibrant Sindur Khela ritual, where married women smear vermilion on each other, praying for prosperity, long life, and family harmony
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Delhi downpour triggers waterlogging, traffic chaos | In pics
According to the IMD, Delhi is likely to witness a generally cloudy sky with light rain or drizzle through the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 35 degrees Celsius
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In pics: West Bengal reverberates with Durga Puja fervour on Maha Ashtami
From children to the elderly, people gathered in large numbers in the morning to offer 'anjali' (floral tributes) to Goddess Durga. Clad in colourful traditional attire, devotees carried plates with flowers and bel leaves, while priests recited mantras
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In pics: First look of Mumbai Metro’s sleek new Cuffe Parade Station
For the first time, South Mumbai will be connected by a metro line, reducing travel time between key business districts and suburban areas.
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Nizam-era Hyderabad lake gets new lease of life | In pics
The restoration of Bathukamma Kunta in Amberpet, a project hailed as a “national model for lake conservation,” marks a significant environmental victory for the city
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Photos: Kolkata wades through waterlogging, but Durga Puja spirit shines brighter
The downpour claimed at least 10 lives and disrupted rail, road, and air connectivity amid the grand Durga Puja festival. The rains forced many puja committees to make last-minute changes.
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Kolkata rain in pics: Puja pandals submerged, cars stranded on Navratri 2nd day
Waterlogging has severely disrupted traffic, along with suburban rail and Metro services. In many low-lying areas of the city, floodwaters have entered homes, causing property damage. Several schools have declared a rain holiday in response to the situation
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Farm fires in pics: Stubble burning begins in Punjab
The practice of burning crop residue, particularly after the paddy harvest in October and November, is a major factor contributing to air pollution in Delhi and the National Capital Region.
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Delhi gets ready for grand Ramlila celebrations | In pics
To ensure smooth traffic flow and pedestrian safety, the Delhi Police have advised the commuters to avoid Netaji Subhash Marg near the Red Fort and plan their travel in advance
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How Kolkata is getting ready for Durga Puja | In pics
Kolkata unveils a Kumbh Mela-themed pandal as Prayagraj steps up security for Durga Puja 2025
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See in pics: Lucknow’s 65-acre lotus-shaped memorial with giant bronze statues
Lucknow unveils the 65-acre lotus-shaped Rashtra Prerna Sthal, featuring 65-foot bronze statues and cultural spaces.
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Navratri 2025: Best cities in India for garba nights
India lights up during Navratri with vibrant Garba and Dandiya nights filled with dance, music, and festive spirit.
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From Mandi to Dehradun, a trail of Himalayan monsoon tragedies in pics
Extreme weather events, including cloudbursts, flash floods, and relentless rainfall, have left a trail of destruction across Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir.
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Durga Puja 2025 in pics: Preparations in full swing in West Bengal ahead of biggest festival
Preparations are underway across West Bengal as the state gears up for Durga Puja 2025, beginning September 28
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From 45 tunnels, 153 bridges to hills: Mizoram’s 51-km Bairabi–Sairang rail line in pics
The project was successfully completed by North East Frontier Railway (NEFR) and will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 13
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See in pics: Surat’s growth blueprint around bullet train
A total of five town planning schemes have been designed to cover and strengthen the foundation for Surat's economic zones, residential areas, and multimodal connectivity.
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In pics | India's longest glass skywalk bridge in Vizag
A unique structure atop Kailasagiri Hills, the skywalk will open to tourists by September 25, treating them to sweeping vistas of the Bay of Bengal, Eastern Ghats, and the city’s skyline.
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Navi Mumbai’s new airport set for September inauguration: How NMIA is taking shape | In pics
Once operational, Mumbai will join a small group of Indian cities with two functional airports.
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From daylight to neon lights: Delhi's CP, India Gate to get nightlife boost
Under the scheme, between 50 to 60 food trucks and vans will operate from 10.30 pm until 1 am in Delhi, initially on weekends with a view to extend to weekdays.
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Punjab reels under rain and flood furry | In pics
Punjab has declared all 23 districts flood-hit as heavy rains and overflowing rivers leave 30 dead and over 3.5 lakh affected. Rescue teams are on the ground, while CM Bhagwant Mann urges the Centre for relief funds
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Virar building collapse: Rescue op continued amid massive debris, narrow lanes for 38 hours — In pics
The 13-year-old Ramabai Apartment in Virar had collapsed not only on itself but also over an adjoining chawl, instantly turning the area into a scene of destruction
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See in pics: Flood causes widespread destruction in Punjab
Thousands of acres of paddy farmland and hundreds of houses in Punjab villages along the Sutlej, Beas and Ravi rivers are now submerged or cut off. The worst-hit districts include Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Fazilka and Ferozepur, with flooding also affecting Ludhiana.
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Aunta-Simaria in pics: A look at Bihar's new iconic bridge on Ganga
In a significant development for Bihar's infrastructure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Aunta-Simaria bridge project on NH-31
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All work and all play: ‘Startup pod’ to redefine Kerala’s workcation, travel experience
At the startup pod, high-speed internet, 24x7 access, meeting spaces, and the required hi-tech features will be available. For this, a three-storey structure, with the project estimated to cost around Rs 6 crore, will be constructed in Varkala, Kerala
