GN Focus | Diwali

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    Thursday Nov 8

    Novel ways to keep the tradition

    How newer elements in Diwali celebrations have become a part of our festivities

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    Thursday Nov 8

    The singleton’s Diwali

    How do single urban people celebrate a family festival

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    Thursday Nov 8

    A twist on the traditional

    Bright colours and gold adorn fashion stores this Diwali

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    Thursday Nov 8

    Good property deals up for grabs

    With a falling rupee, this could be the perfect time for NRIs to strike a bargain as Indian real estate developers offer the most attractive projects with value-added benefits during the festive season

  • Thursday Nov 8

    Remittances: choose the right time

    n As the festive season approaches, money transfer business gets a big boost. Arno Maierbrugger reports

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    Thursday Nov 8

    Stars light up festivities

    For most Diwali is a celebration, but in the cut-throat world of Bollywood it’s all about competition

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    Thursday Nov 8

    The shopping tradition

    Celebrating the victory of good over evil, Diwali, the festival of lights also encourages mass consumption, lending a shine to the economy

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    Sunday Oct 23

    Dancing with the stars

    Sparklers, home-made food and centuries-old customs unite Indians living in the UAE , even if they are away from home

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    Sunday Oct 23

    All that glitters

    Despite the high gold price and its recent volatility, the Diwali season promises thriving business for gold traders in Dubai. Indian buyers seem not to be bothered by market fluctuations

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    Sunday Oct 23

    Diwali desires

    As the festival of lights — and sweets — sets in again, Sangeetha Sagar speaks to people in the UAE to find out what gifts they look forward to this Diwali.Products sourced by Neha-Pandey Benjamin