Diwali celebrations spread cheer by bringing communities together in a spirit of joy and unity. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a major festival in India that is celebrated in the months of ...

Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhau Beej or Bhaiya Dooj, is the last day of Diwali and honors the relationship between siblings. The date is October 23.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. People admire oil lamps outside Ahmedabad, India, on Oct. 19. (Shammi Mehra/AFP via Getty Images) This month marks one of Hinduism ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mayur Kakade / Moment via Getty Images Diwali is the beautiful and colorful "festival of lights" celebrated not only in India but ...

The Washington State Senate today passed a bill recognizing Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.

As many Americans go trick-or-treating or host Halloween parties on Thursday, many people in India, South Asia and worldwide will celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights. People will light candles ...

Diwali 2025, celebrated on October 20, symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness. The festival brings people together with lights, sweets, and blessings, emphasizing love and renewed relationships ...

Diwali, the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of the most celebrated festivals among Indian-American communities. While it’s not a federal holiday in the United States, several states and cities have ...

While Diwali is all about lights and diyas, it is also a chance to decorate those bland walls. Utilize those yellow, red, or green colored kites or mirror wall hangings that have been resting in your ...

Diwali is derived from the Sanskrit word “dipavali” which means “row of lights,” and is celebrated on the 15th day of the Hindu month of Kartik, which typically falls between October and November. The ...