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FabIndia withdraws Jashn-e-Riwaaz promo after right-wing backlash
Clothing brand FabIndia has removed a promotional capsule about its new festive line after a backlash from right-wing groups. While the brand was accused of "defacing" the Hindu festival of Diwali by naming its festive collection as Jashn-e-Riwaaz (celebration of tradition), the company insisted that it is not a Diwali collection, which will be soon launched under 'Jhilmil si Diwali' promo. FabIndia was trolled on social media for what some said was unnecessarily uplifting secularism and Muslim ideologies in a Hindu festival, saying it hurt their religious sentiments. After it put on Twitter the Jashn-e-Riwaaz collection on October 9, some social media users called for a boycott of the brand, making their campaign one of the top trends. "We at FabIndia have always stood for the celebration of India with its myriad traditions in all hues," a company spokesperson said. "Our current capsule of products under the name Jashn-e-Riwaaz is a celebration of Indian traditions. The phrase me
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Stalin asks Delhi, 3 other states to lift 'unreasonable' firecracker ban
Industry staring at Rs 600-crore loss during the Deepavali season
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Festive months crucial: Govt warns of Covid-19 pandemic surge
With people getting ready to celebrate festivals, starting from Navratri and Dussehra to Diwali and Christmas, health ministry warned that threat of Covid resurgence still existed
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Markets crowded, but malls empty
From Ranganathan Street in T Nagar, Chennai, to Dadar market in Mumbai, there was frenzied shopping during Diwali. But malls have not had such luck
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US-focused disounts make Black Friday sale a white space in India
Post-Diwali weeks are dull here as most of the shopping budget is spent during Dussehra and Diwali period in the country
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India's all-time high share market sparks talk of further upside for stocks
Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and JPMorgan Asset Management are among a number of prominent names talking up prospects for the country's shares in recent days
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Indians' interest in Chinese products dips in this festive season: Survey
The survey was conducted across 204 districts of the country between November 10-15
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Inclusive or communal? Dangers of Arvind Kejriwal's 'homely Hinduism'
What was earlier seen by some as an antidote to the BJP's polarising politics seems to have gone on to another plane
Diwali brings hopes for economic revival
The spread of Covid-19 has been contained in most parts of our country
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Pollution levels higher in Delhi this Diwali compared to last year: CPCB
In a special report, the apex pollution watchdog said almost all pollutants reported higher values on Diwali day this year as compared to 2019
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Bihar elections: Suspense on deputy CM, other ministers in Bihar
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US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, extends greetings on Diwali
US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, on Saturday extended wishes on the occasion of Diwali.
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Delhi CM, cabinet ministers perform 'Diwali pujan' at Akshardham temple
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal accompanied by his wife and cabinet colleagues performed 'Diwali Pujan' in a grand ceremony held at Akshardham temple on Saturday
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Diwali celebrated across UP, CM asks people to light lamps for martyrs
The festival of lights was celebrated across UP by following coronavirus protocol with a majority of people preferring to observe the festival with their family within the confines of their homes
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Deepavali under Covid-19 shadow; low-key celebrations in Karnataka
Deepavali was a low-key affair in Karnataka on Saturday for various reasons, including severe restrictions on the use of firecrackers
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LIVE: Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' on Diwali with AQI at 414
PM Modi celebrates Diwali with soldiers at Longewala in Jaisalmer of Rajasthan. He said, 'I can't be away from my own on Diwali, that's why I'm with you (soldiers)'. Stay tuned for Latest LIVE news
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India will give 'prachand jawab' if it is tested: PM Modi at Longewala Post
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed troops at Longewala Post
It is our honour to serve, protect India: BSF on PM Modi's Diwali greetings
The Prime Minister said that even though all soldiers and frontline COVID-19 workers would not be home to celebrate the festival with their loved ones, the entire nation will pray for them
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Diwali 2020: Last Delhi metro train to start at 10pm from terminal stations
On regular days, the Delhi metro services are available till 11 pm from terminal stations
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UK PM Johnson, Prince Charles mark Diwali celebrations in United Kingdom
Johnson issued his 10 Downing Street statement to mark the "spectacular, joyful festival of Diwali"
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