Topic: Diwali
London’s Diwali celebration once again features Hindutva-linked group, now under a new name
London’s annual Diwali celebration, scheduled for 12 October 2025 under the Mayor’s office, continues to involve the same network of organisations previously criticised for partnering with the Vishva Hindu Parishad (UK), a far-right Hindu nationalist group accused of orchestrating anti-Muslim violence in India, and with the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), which faces allegations of labour trafficking and caste-based exploitation in its temples overseas.
London Mayor criticised for partnering with Hindutva group linked to 2002 Gujarat genocide for Diwali celebrations
Dozens of organisations and individuals have criticised Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, for partnering with the Vishva Hindu Parishad (UK), a known Hindutva group, for this year’s Diwali celebration in London.
Delhi air quality plummets to ‘very poor’ post-Diwali despite ban on firecrackers
Delhi’s air quality dropped sharply into the ‘very poor’ category following Diwali celebrations, with residents openly defying a ban on firecrackers.
Ahead of Diwali, Delhi’s air quality remains ‘poor’
The air quality in Delhi on the morning of Diwali saw a marginal dip and remained in the 'poor' category, according to the Central...
“Let the darkness of lies, injustice and hatred disappear…”: Opposition leaders’ Diwali wishes
Opposition leaders, in their Diwali greetings, expressed hope that the festival would usher in harmony, justice, and prosperity, subtly addressing concerns about the divisive politics of the BJP and the Union government.
After Diwali, toxic air in Delhi
The air quality in the national capital deteriorated to the “severe” category a day after Diwali on Sunday.
