While onboard INS Vikrant, PM Narendra Modi went to the Flightdeck, surrounded by MiG 29K fighter aircraft. He witnessed the takeoff and landing of MiG 29 fighter jets on a short runway of the aircraft carrier, both during the day and in the dark night.
Tag: Diwali
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong, world leaders extend greetings on Deepavali
The Prime Minister’s message was accompanied by a short video clip showing colourful glimpses of the Deepavali spirit in Singapore.
Diwali 2025: Lights for Hope crowdfunding campaign brightens the lives of Indians in Singapore
To ensure that all Indians in Singapore can join in Diwali celebrations, the crowdfunding charity Ray of Hope has returned with its annual campaign ‘Lights for Hope’, which supports people in need. For Diwali 2025, it has set a goal of SGD 50,000.
Tiffin Room at Raffles Singapore returns for Diwali 2025 with 3-course menu and festive mithai collection
Handcrafted by Chef de Cuisine Kuldeep Negi, the Diwali special 3-course menu at Tiffin Room is available from 9 to 23 October 2025, and the Mithai gift box is available for orders now.
Get into Diwali mood with floral-themed 10th anniversary festivities at Indian Heritage Centre
The Indian Heritage Centre in Singapore, in celebration of its 10th anniversary (IHC10) and to mark the arrival of the festive season, is hosting its first-ever after-hours experience, from September 27 to October 19, 2025. The Centre’s popular Deepavali Open House returns with a special edition, with four floral-themed weekends in the run-up to Diwali 2025.
Connecticut becomes second US state to recognise Diwali in law
The bill was introduced by the Joint Government Administration and Elections Committee, a bipartisan panel consisting of both Senators and Representatives. The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) played a key role in the process, working closely with local community members, including Hamden resident Rajeev Pahuja, to garner widespread support for the legislation.
British PM’s office apologises for serving non-veg foods, alcohol during Diwali event
Keir Starmer’s office apologises over Diwali food row
British Hindus feel shocked after meat, alcohol were allegedly served during UK PM’s Diwali party
British Hindus express shock after meat and alcohol were allegedly served during Diwali event hosted by the PM.
PM Modi celebrates Diwali with soldiers in Gujarat’s Kutch continuing his tradition since 2014
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday celebrated Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, with soldiers in the Kutch district of Gujarat in keeping with the tradition of spending time with India’s defenders ever since he became the PM. Modi exchanged sweets with the personnel from Border Security Force (BSF), Indian Army and Air Force […]
India gives itself Dhanteras gift, shifting 102 tonnes of gold from Bank of England vault
India shifts USD 237K tonnes of gold from Bank of England vault
