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 ...

While my family lit diyas and gathered around for prayer, I had to FaceTime them from the desk in my dorm. It was a stark reminder that not all traditions receive the same recognition on campus.

Communities across Michigan are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, set to begin Oct. 20. Here's what to know.

Diwali's annual five-day celebration, also known as Deepavali or Divali, ended on Oct. 22 in 2025. Diwali is a major holiday celebrated by many South Asian religious communities. In 2025, its ...

NEW DELHI (AP) — Millions of Indians celebrated Diwali on Monday as lamps illuminated homes and streets across the country to mark the Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.

Diwali, known as the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over the evil and took place on Monday 20 October.

Diwali or the Festival of Lights takes its name from the rows of oil lamps, electric lights or paper lanterns that decorate ...

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(FOX40.COM) — Sunday afternoon, thousands of people across Sacramento joined together to celebrate Diwali — the Hindu festival of lights. This holiday celebrates unity, positivity and gratitude. FOX40 ...