Diwali, the festival of lights, was celebrated across India with homes, temples and streets illuminated with earthen lamps, colourful lights and intricate rangolis.
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Demonstrators took to the streets in Dublin, London and Denmark on Saturday, November 7, protesting against data centre developments and plans for new facilities, including Microsoft's data centre in Lille Skensved.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar, interacting with troops, offering sweets and paying tributes during the visit.
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People shop for firecrackers at markets and makeshift stalls in Bengaluru, Faridabad and Kolkata ahead of Diwali and Kali Puja celebrations
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