The word Diwali means “a row of lights” in Sanskrit, after all. Although I haven’t visited my homeland in nearly three years, I can’t help but fondly look back at the colorful traditions I ...

Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is a popular Indian holiday that takes place between October and November, though the specific dates depend on the Hindu calendar. Different regions of ...

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.

Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights. Diwali means “row of lights”, and celebrates the story of Rama and Sita. It also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. The Hindu Story of Rama and ...

The Hindu festival of lights is one of the most important festivals in the country Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which is one of the most important ...

India's streets and homes are lit up with colourful lanterns and glowing lamps as millions celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali. But the celebrations are also sparking concerns about air ...

Dev Diwali or Dev Deepawali is a Hindu festival observed in the Hindu month of ‘Kartik’, celebrated with great pomp and show in the Indian city of Varanasi, in Uttar Pradesh. Dev Diwali is the ...

Airlines are aware that during peak times like Diwali, demand will be high, so prices remain steep even for tickets purchased 90 days ahead.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Flying during ...

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’ ...

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