Event: Diwali

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Two Dublin schools tell parents Christmas won't be celebrated if there is change of patronage

Two primary schools in Dublin have warned parents they will not be able to celebrate Christmas if there is a change of patronage.

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Darina Allen: Celebrate the Indian festival of colour, Holi

Impact of pollution felt around the world

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Essay from America: States of fear count down to polling day

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The menu: Grow it yourself

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Quirky World: Online market sells cow dung patties like hot cakes

Your Friday evening catch-up

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today.

Fri, 06 Nov, 2015

VIDEO: Indian festival of Diwali - The Festival of Light

UCC host a stunning array of traditional Indian music and dance this week to mark Diwali, one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar. The Indian ’festival of light’, which lasts for five days, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.

Wed, 04 Nov, 2015

Indians remember Savita at Diwali celebration

The Indian community in the West put on a spectacular show of their traditional culture at the annual Diwali Festival in Galway.

Mon, 11 Nov, 2013

Indian diaspora celebrate Diwali

The Indian diaspora in Ireland are celebrating Diwali in style this weekend, with a special function taking place at the Mansion House in Dublin this evening.

Sat, 02 Nov, 2013

Thousands march in Savita’s memory as outrage builds

Sadness. Anger. Frustration. Fear.

Mon, 19 Nov, 2012

Obama: India and Pakistan must talk

US President Barack Obama urged India and Pakistan to talk to resolve their differences yesterday, as the focus of his trip switched to stability in the volatile region after a day of trade deals.

Mon, 08 Nov, 2010

32 dead in blaze at fireworks factory

At least 32 people were killed when a blaze erupted at a fireworks warehouse in southern India ahead of a major Hindu festival.

Sat, 17 Oct, 2009

Warnings issued as Indian police raid milk factories

Doctors in northern India today issued a warning to avoid eating dairy-based sweets ahead of a major Hindu festival.

Thu, 15 Oct, 2009

Fireworks death toll rises to 27

A huge explosion at an illegal fireworks factory in India killed 27 people including 12 children today.

Thu, 23 Oct, 2008

Six killed in cinema bombing

At least six people were killed and 30 others injured when a bomb ripped through a packed cinema in northern India, authorities said.

Mon, 15 Oct, 2007

Security increased across India for Muslim festival

Indian authorities stepped up security across the country today as millions of Muslims celebrated the Eid al-Fitr festival nearly a week after triple bombings killed 60 people ahead of a major Hindu celebration.

Fri, 04 Nov, 2005

10 feared dead as blasts rock New Delhi

At least 10 people were feared killed in a powerful explosion that rocked central New Delhi today, television reports said.

Sat, 29 Oct, 2005

India on terror alert as millions celebrate

Police in the Indian capital New Delhi were on high alert today as millions of people celebrated an ancient Hindu festival under the shadow of renewed terrorist violence.

Mon, 04 Nov, 2002