- President Droupadi Murmu has greeted the nation on the eve of Diwali.
- In her message, Ms Murmu said Diwali is a festival of happiness and joy. On the day of Diwali, people worship Goddess Lakshmi in their homes and pray for everyone’s happiness and prosperity.
- President said the festival of Diwali is also an occasion to further strengthen the spirit of mutual cooperation and harmony.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in Diwali Deepotsav at Ayodhya; Says, Ayodha is reflection of our culture and showcases India’s might.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon the people to learn from the ideals of Lord Sri Ram.
- PM addressing a gathering at Ram Katha park at Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh he said that Lord Sri Ram is called Maryada Purushottam and Maryada teaches us to have respect for others and also to give respect.
- Mr. Modi said that it is the duty of all Indians to follow the ideals of Lord Ram.
- ISRO successfully launches LVM3 M2, the first dedicated commercial mission to place all 36 satellites into intended orbits.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation, New Space India Limited and IN-SPACe on the successful launch of heaviest launch vehicle LVM3 with 36 OneWeb satellites meant for global connectivity.
- Delhi government has begun anti-firecracker campaign – Diya Jalao, Patake Nahi to promote a pollution-free festival of Diwali.
- Rishi Sunak confirms to run for next Prime Minister of Britain.
- Cyclone Sitrang likely to trigger rainfall in Northeast, West Bengal and Odisha from tonight.
- Union Minister of AYUSH Sarbananda Sonowal has stressed on the need to promote awareness among the people about the ability, strength and power of the Indian traditional system of medicines.
- India beat arch rival Pakistan by four wickets in a nail biting finish in World Cup T-20 at Melbourne; Home Minister, Defence Minister and Sports Minister congratulate the team.