Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most popular holidays in India, and for Hindus in particular. A celebration of good over evil, it is observed across faiths over five days with gatherings ...

Light up those lamps and bring out the sparkle, it's time for Diwali. On Thursday, millions of Hindus and South Asians across the world will celebrate the Festival of Lights with parties, dinners, ...

Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is a major holiday celebrated by many South Asian religious communities. The five-day festival's date is determined by the lunar calendar, typically ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation to make Diwali an officially observed state holiday. Diwali, also known ...

New York City will add the festival of Diwali to the list of public school holidays in recognition of the growth of the city’s South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities, Mayor Eric Adams announced ...

Diwali 2025: The festival of Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Worshiping Goddess Lakshmi on this day holds special significance. Offering gram flour laddus to Goddess Lakshmi on this ...

REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — Thousands gathered in Reynoldsburg on Saturday for the city's fifth annual Diwali festival. The tradition started in Reynoldsburg in 2020 with around 60 attendees outside city ...

The State of Connecticut officially recognizes Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, as a state holiday. The bill received unanimous support from the legislature. The governor signed it into law ...