Deepavali wishes are in the news because cabinet ministers and state leaders have extended their greetings to the public. According to the news, this is a common practice during the Deepavali celebrations. The article from NST Online does not provide further details on why these wishes are newsworthy, but it mentions that the leaders are extending their greetings as part of the celebrations.
The Deepavali celebrations are a significant event in many countries, particularly in Malaysia and India. The festival marks the victory of light over darkness and is celebrated with great enthusiasm. In Malaysia, the government and state leaders often extend their greetings to the public during this time.
The article from NST Online does not provide information on how people are responding to the wishes or what the public’s reaction is. It simply states that the cabinet ministers and state leaders have extended their Deepavali wishes.