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Fri Nov 01 08:12:08 UTC 2024: ## Diwali Celebrations Marred by Fire Accidents and Political Tragedy

**New Delhi, India:** Diwali festivities were overshadowed by several tragic incidents across India, including fire accidents caused by fireworks and the untimely demise of a prominent BJP leader.

**Fireworks Trigger Numerous Accidents:** Across the country, numerous incidents of fire outbreaks were reported due to the mishandling of fireworks. In Bokaro, Jharkhand, 66 firecracker shops were gutted in a massive fire. In Delhi, two people suffered burn injuries while in Andhra Pradesh, one person lost their life.

**BJP Leader Devendra Singh Rana Passes Away:** The political world was plunged into grief with the news of Devendra Singh Rana’s passing. The BJP leader and current MLA from Nagrota, Jammu and Kashmir, breathed his last at a hospital in Faridabad, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service to his constituents. He was 59.

**Other Notable News:**

* **India-Pakistan Cricket Clash:** The highly anticipated India-Pakistan cricket match is scheduled for November 1st.
* **Central Contract List Announced:** The BCCI announced its central contract list for 2025, featuring 7 new additions.
* **Donald Trump Condemns Attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh:** The former US President spoke out against the persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh on Diwali.
* **Flooding in Spain:** Spain is battling its worst flooding in recent history, with 140 confirmed deaths and many missing.

**Diwali Greetings:**

Global leaders and celebrities extended their greetings to India on Diwali, including US President Joe Biden, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the UK Prime Minister.

**Political Buzz:**

* **Mahbooba Mufti Criticizes Jammu and Kashmir’s Status:** The PDP leader expressed strong disapproval of the Union Territory’s status on its formation day.
* **Rajinikanth Extends Diwali Wishes:** The South Indian superstar joined the festivities by sending warm wishes to his fans.

**Entertainment News:**

* **Bollywood Celebrates Diwali:** Bollywood stars wished their fans a happy Diwali with special messages and social media posts.
* **”Jai Hanuman” Theme Song Released:** Rishabh Shetty unveiled the theme song for his upcoming film “Jai Hanuman” on Diwali.

**Financial News:**

* **Stock Market Sees Significant Decline:** The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp drop, with Sensex falling by 553 points and Nifty by 135 points.
* **Ather Energy Sets New Sales Record:** The electric scooter company achieved a new sales record in October.

This Diwali, while celebrations brought joy and hope, the somber news of accidents and political tragedy left a sense of bittersweetness across the nation.