One such example is Chatt Puja, where devotees in India offer prayers and offerings to the sun god, Surya, thanking him for his blessings. In this article, we'll explore such festivals that are ...

For the first time, New York City’s public school students will have Friday off to observe Diwali, a holiday celebrated ...

And there’s a huge array of Indian food to sample from all the food stalls and a massive firework display to end the festival. “In India, houses are cleaned, often renovated, and always ...

The display commemorated the beginning of India's biggest Hindu festival. Held along the river Saryu, the event saw thousands of volunteers illuminate the city in a captivating display that ...

Cultural festivals, scuba diving in the Andamans, and rare wildlife sightings—here are the best places to visit in India this ...

(AP Photo/Rajesh Kumar Singh) FILE- A residential building is decorated with lanterns and lights during Diwali, the festival of lights in Mumbai, India, Nov. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool ...

As Bihar’s Chhath festival approaches, people from across India are making their way back to their villages, creating a ...

Diwali, also known as the Hindu festival of ... make the pilgrimage east. For Mr Singh, it was the first time his adopted home in regional Victoria truly reminded him of India.

This year, the first day of Diwali, the most important festival of the year in India, falls on Halloween in the United States. Diwali is also extremely important to Hindus. It is celebrated across ...

Strong festival season demand boosted sales of automobiles last month, offering some relief from the broad-based consumption slump this year. October retail sales of cars and motorcycles surged 32 ...

The Burj Khalifa in Dubai recently lit up to celebrate Diwali, showcasing intricate patterns and a festive message, which ...

Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santhosh Jah yesterday called for stronger tourism links between the two countries.