Diwali is a significant festival in Hinduism, Jainism and Sikhism. In a multicultural and diverse country like India, everyone has their own way of celebrating this festival. Even though their belief ...

Two children show how their family prepares for Diwali in their home and in their community. They explain what the festival means and share Hindu traditions. There is a reference to Rama and Sita.

The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. It is celebrated by Hindu people across the world. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated ...

I had no idea I'd have a luscious feast on the buzzing Birmingham high street. Diwali is finally here, despite confusion over the start date due to astronomical reasons I am clueless on.

Sweets are a treasured part of many holidays – and Diwali is no different. Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the biggest festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists ...

With the New Year comes renewed energy and the joy of awaiting the cultural and religious festivals such as Diwali festival, Holi, Dussehra 2025, and Navratri, which bring vibrancy to our lives.

And here at a Diwali celebration in Fiji’s capital, it’s a message that resonates. This is Sharda Nand, the President of the Fiji Hindu Society. “During Diwali all our friends and family ...

It's the season to celebrate this spectacular festival and let go of love, joy, and blessings to people through warm Diwali wishes towards family, friends, colleagues, or relatives as we approach ...

The festival of Labh Panchami (Hindi: लाभ पंचमी, Gujarati: લાભ પાંચમ) or Labh Pancham marks the final day of Diwali celebrations. It is observed on the Panchami (5th day) during the ‘Shukla Paksha’ ...

In 2024, Diwali falls on October 31, leading to bank holidays in states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. Additional closures may occur in Delhi, Maharashtra, and Uttar ...