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Lights, prayers and music mark Diwali at London's Neasden Temple
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Neasden Temple in north-west London hosted prayers, music and fireworks as Diwali celebrations began. The BBC's November 2026 report described festivities continuing through Tuesday for the Hindu new year, with more than half a million Londoners expected to celebrate.
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Leicester Diwali festivities draw 30,000 to illuminated streets and performances
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About 30,000 people attended Leicester’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, according to the city council. Lights along the Golden Mile, the returning Wheel of Light and an orchestra performance featured in festivities described as among the largest outside India.
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Ranbir Kapoor discusses AI and fatherhood as Ramayana adaptation approaches release
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Ranbir Kapoor leads Ramayana: Rise of a Legend alongside Yash and Sai Pallavi. BBC coverage previews its multilingual release ahead of Diwali and an interview touching on artificial intelligence in cinema and Kapoor’s experience as a new father.