Diwali

The ICAI has announced a postponement of the CA Final November 2024 exams due to Diwali festivities. Group 1 exams will now commence on November 3, followed by Group 2 on November 9. The original schedule was from November 1 to 11. Other Chartered Accountants Post Qualification Course(s) exams remain unchanged.

Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan is celebrating her 44th birthday today, on September 21. On her special day, she took to Instagram to share a series of striking photos, perfectly capturing her festive mood.

Sivakarthikeyan is preparing for the release of 'Amaran', directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy. He plays an army officer in a film inspired by Major Mukund Varadharajan's story. Sivakarthikeyan underwent rigorous training and interacted with real soldiers for authenticity. The movie releases on October 31 and features Sai Pallavi with music by GV Prakash Kumar.

The much-anticipated Bollywood films 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' and 'Singham Again' are set for a Diwali release clash. Anees Bazmee assures that his horror-comedy sequel will surpass its predecessor in scale and entertainment value. The film stars Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan. Meanwhile, 'Singham Again' boasts a star-studded cast including Ajay Devgn and Kareena Kapoor Khan.

Diverse craft from across the country were on display at the textile and handloom event titled Anshukam.

Rohit Shetty's Cop Universe, starring Ajay Devgn and Kartik Aaryan's 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', is one of the most eagerly awaited Bollywood films of 2024.

Reliance Jio's 'Diwali Dhamaka' offer provides one year of free JioAirFiber service. Running from September 18 to November 3, it targets new customers spending Rs 20,000 or more at Reliance Digital or MyJio stores, or opting for a new JioAirFiber connection with a three-month Diwali plan priced at Rs 2,222.

LG has announced its 'India ka Celebration' Diwali 2024 promotion with gifts worth 51 Crores and daily chances to win an LG Dream Home Package. The promotion offers substantial discounts, cashback options, and product-specific deals. Running until November 7, 2024, customers can access these offers at nearby stores or through LG's official website.

On September 16, 2024, Kartik Aaryan arrived at the Varsha Bungalow, the official residence of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, to be a part of the auspicious Ganesh Puja. Dressed in a traditional kurta pyjama, he exuded a charming desi look that fitted perfectly with the festive atmosphere. The actor has been actively participating in various events, including hosting his own Ganpati darshan at his residence and attending significant gatherings.

Union minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu revealed plans for the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Railway Zone in Vizag. He also inaugurated a Vande Bharat train between Visakhapatnam and Durg, emphasising its role in boosting regional development. The train will operate six days a week with maintenance at Durg station.

Directed by Sivabalan, the film is said to be an out and out black comedy film has music by Jen Martin.

Ajith's 'Vidaamuyarchi', directed by Magizh Thirumeni, is nearing completion with major shooting done and patchwork underway. Actor RK Suresh hinted at a Diwali release date, which could affect the schedules of three other Tamil films set for the same period. The film stars Trisha, Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, and Arav with music composed by Anirudh Ravichander.

Thalapathy Vijay has announced Thalapathy 69 as his final film before transitioning to a full-time political career. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film features music by Anirudh Ravichander and is slated for release in October 2025, aiming for a grand Diwali debut. A fiery poster with the tagline "The torch bearer of Democracy arriving soon" hints at a strong storyline. Fans are eagerly anticipating further details about the supporting cast and the overall production.