Inmates of District Jail Jammu have made decorative candles under the brand name ‘Roshni’. Coloured, gel and scented candles are among the candle types that inmates have made. Prisoners have undergone training to make these candles and the required infrastructure has also been provided to them. The inmates are also extremely happy that they are doing something productive. Diwali candle is an integral part of Diwali celebrations as it signifies the victory of good over evil. Decorating the house with candles and diyas is a norm followed on Diwali. This year, Diwali 2023 will be begin from November 10 and will end on November 15th.
12 November,2023 10:00 AM IST
The influx of wax candles and electric lamps in the market has badly hit the business of traditional potters in Uttar Pradesh. Though the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali, is around the corner, potters in Kanpur city are yet to see any brisk business of earthen lamps.
06 November,2015 10:28 AM IST
Delhi Commission for Women chairperson Swati Maliwal on Monday said that time for candle marches is over and that now women should to take up 'mashaal. Maliwalu00e2u0080u0099s reaction came after the Supreme Court dismissed the DCWu00e2u0080u0099s plea against the release of the juvenile convicted for the 2012 December gang-rape case on Monday.
21 December,2015 02:59 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
