The holiday is a major event in India, particularly for followers of Hinduism and Sikhism, and is marked by candle and lamp ...

Diwali is now an official holiday in three states: California, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into ...

This month marks one of Hinduism’s most celebrated festivals. Diwali, the annual festival of lights, begins on Oct. 20.

Diwali, India 's most significant annual festival, holds particular importance for Hindus but is celebrated across faiths by ...

Diwali, derived from the word “Deepavali,” meaning “a row of lights,” is typically celebrated by socializing and exchanging ...

Some townhomes in southeast Edmonton were damaged and a vehicle in a garage destroyed in a blaze Monday that officials said ...

The biggest public holiday in India, Diwali features prayers for prosperity and good fortune — and lots of sweets.

Diwali is derived from the word “Deepavali,” which means “a row of lights.” Celebrants light rows of traditional clay oil ...

Several US states, including New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Texas, and California (from 2026), have recognised Diwali as ...

Governor Josh Shapiro signed a law establishing Diwali on the fifteenth day of Kartik in the Hindu lunisolar calendar, making ...

Sacramento's Indian community is celebrating Diwali with traditions that include cooking sweets and offering prayers for ...