Celebrations sparkled up the Times Square in New York City yesterday as the Indian community and several US citizens gathered to observe the Hindu festival of lights.

Diwali is a time for celebration, but it is also a moment to reflect on the values of community and shared heritage.”

New York Mayor Eric Adams and other top diplomats and officials joined the Indian community in a display of culture and unity at Times Square.

Muhurat trading holds deep significance for investors and brokers, symbolising the financial new year. Many believe that investing during this session brings prosperity and growth.

It is that time of the year when investors prepare their playbooks for the special Muhurat trading session on Dalal Street as the country prepares for Diwali, the festival of light.

Domestic benchmark indices NSE and BSE have announced the timings for the special muhurat trading session that is held on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. Muhurat trading is a ceremonial trading session held on Indian stock exchanges during Diwali to mark the beginning of the new Hindu calendar year.