Diwali
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New Delhi suffers worst air quality of 2021 after fireworks-filled Diwali celebrationsNew Delhi has the worst air quality of all world capitals, but Friday's reading was extra bad, with the Air Quality Index surging to 451 on a scale of 500.WorldNov 5, 2021
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Spirits high as Metro Vancouver residents celebrate second Diwali during pandemicMetro Vancouver residents are thrilled to be celebrating Diwali in-person after most ceremonies were cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.CanadaNov 4, 2021
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Canucks unveil special warm-up jersey, entertainment ahead of 5th Diwali NightThe locally-designed gold warm-up jerseys, which honour elements of South Asian culture, are one part of a package of sights and sounds set to animate Rogers Arena on Friday.SportsNov 3, 2021
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Halifax police charge man with incitement of hatred, death threats against group celebrating DiwaliThe man is scheduled to appear in court to face charges of public incitement of hatred, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and failing to comply with a court order.ÂCrimeNov 17, 2020
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Federal officials urge Canadians to observe Diwali virtually amid coronavirus surgeDr. Theresa Tam, Canada's chief public health officer, says she understands the difficulty of not being able to celebrate with friends and family, but says doing so is important as Canada sees a rise in COVID-19 cases.CanadaNov 14, 2020
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‘Do it at home’: B.C. officials urge small gatherings on eve of Diwali'You want to make sure your family, yourself are safe. These are your parents, your brothers and sisters, these are your children and your neighbours.'HealthNov 13, 2020
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Diwali recipes: Chef uses this easy hack to make samosas at homeChef Rick Matharu of Toronto joins The Morning Show to share a delicious yet simple vegetarian samosa recipe.LifestyleNov 13, 2020
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Justin Trudeau on Diwali, welcoming Joe Biden and dealing with COVID-19 at homeThe PM sat down for a video chat with 'ET Canada' host Sangita Patel to talk about the Indian Festival of Lights, Joe Biden and COVID-19 'joy.'WorldNov 13, 2020
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Coronavirus: Peel Region officials advise against large gatherings during DiwaliDr. Lawrence Loh, Peel's medical officer of health, says that while there aren't any public health concerns with Diwali itself, the public health concern is with large gatherings, which may be involved in Diwali celebrations.HealthNov 13, 2020
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How Diwali will be celebrated in Edmonton during a pandemicA week before Diwali, the community is finding ways to celebrate safely during a pandemic.CanadaNov 8, 2020
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