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The dates of the festival are based on the Hindu lunar calendar, typically falling in late October or early November. This year, Diwali begins Nov. 10 and the festival will be observed on Nov. 12. See more
While Diwali is a major religious festival for Hindus, it is also observed by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists. The origin story of Diwali varies depending on the region. All these stories have one underlying theme — the victory of good over evil. In southern India, Diwali celebrates the … See more
—Jains observe Diwali as the day the Lord Mahavira, the last of the great teachers, attained nirvana, which is liberation from the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. —Sikhs celebrate … See more
The festival brings with it a number of unique traditions, which also vary by the region. What all celebrations have in common are the lights, fireworks, feasting, new clothes and … See more
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What to know about Diwali, the Festival of Lights - CNN
WEBNov 11, 2023 — CNN — More than a billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists around the world are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali, also called Deepavali, is one of …
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Here's how India is celebrating Diwali - NPR
WEBNov 4, 2021 — Hindus in India and across the world are celebrating Diwali, the five-day festival of lights. Here's what celebrations look like across India.
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Millions of Indians set a world record celebrating …
WEBNov 13, 2023 — Millions of Indians celebrated Diwali on Sunday with a Guinness World Record number of bright earthen oil lamps as concerns about air pollution soared in the South Asian country.
Millions of Indians set a new world record celebrating …
WEBNov 13, 2023 — Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, with a Guinness World Record number of bright earthen oil lamps as concerns about air pollution soared in the South Asian country.
Diwali 2023: The festival of lights, explained through …
WEBNov 11, 2023 — Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains worldwide are celebrating Diwali this year on November 12. The festivities that run for five days are characterised by bright lights, burning incense and ...
Diwali: Indians celebrate the sparkling festival of lights
WEBNov 11, 2023 — Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which is one of the most important festivals in the country. People pray, enjoy festive meals and light fireworks; sweets...
Diwali 2021: India celebrates festival of lights under …
WEBIndia has been lit up in a dazzling display of light and colour, as millions of people celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali.
Diwali 2021: India celebrates festival of lights under …
WEBNov 4, 2021 — India has been lit up in a dazzling display of light and colour, as millions of people celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali. But it comes amid concerns over the coronavirus pandemic and air ...
Diwali - BBC News
WEBNov 13, 2023 — Diwali festival cancelled due to 'funding freeze'. Organisers say the cancelled festival represents a setback to "cultural pride". Birmingham & Black Country. 31 Aug 2024.
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