Diwali

It symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma, light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

Diwali—Festival of Lights - National Geographic Kids

Learn about India's biggest holiday of the year.

Diwali | Indian Religious Holiday, Observances, & Facts | Britannica

Diwali (Divali) is a major Hindu religious festival that lasts for five days during the lunar months of Ashvina and Karttika (October–November).

When is Diwali 2024? What to know about Hindu festival of lights

"One of the most celebrated Hindu festivals, Diwali or Deepavali commemorates the victory of good over evil during the course of five days," the ...

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, explained - CNN

Diwali, also called Deepavali, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists in India and around the world. People mark the holiday by decorating ...

10 fabulous facts about Diwali! - National Geographic Kids

1) Diwali is an important religious festival originating in India. People often think of Diwali as a Hindu festival, but it is also celebrated by Sikhs and ...

What is Diwali: Here's all you should know - NPR

Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely celebrated holidays.

Diwali | A Guide to Religious Observances | Center for Spiritual Life

For the Sikhs, Diwali is a story of the struggle for freedom. It celebrates the victory of the sixth guru, Guru Hargobind, from the designs of Emperor Jahangir, ...

HAF's Diwali Toolkit - Hindu American Foundation

The Hindu American Foundation is proud to present the Diwali Toolkit, designed to help educators and parents teach about this important Hindu holiday!

No 10 sorry for meat and alcohol at Diwali event - BBC

No 10 has apologised after meat and alcohol were served at a Downing Street event to celebrate the festival of Diwali, held last month.

No 10 apologises after meat and alcohol served at Diwali celebration

Downing Street's Diwali celebration has become a major event on the social calendar for British Hindus, especially since Rishi Sunak became the ...

Diwali - National Museum of Asian Art

Diwali Family Fun. Bring the whole family to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of light, with crafts, stories, and other kid-friendly activities. ... A detail ...

No 10 apologises after meat and alcohol served at Downing Street ...

Downing Street has held a Diwali celebration for the last 15 years. However, the event came to greater prominence under the premiership of ...

What is Diwali, the Festival of Lights? | AP News

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

Downing Street apologises after meat and alcohol served at Diwali ...

Diwali celebrations have been held in Downing Street since 2009, and gained further prominence under Rishi Sunak, the UK's first Hindu prime ...

Diwali Celebration at the Seaport Museum

Join the Seaport Museum and The Culture Tree for a full day of free Seaport Museum admission and festive activities to mark Diwali, the Hindu festival of ...

Diwali/Deepavali 2024 in India - Time and Date

Deepawali or Diwali is a festival of lights symbolizing the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritual darkness. The word “Deepawali” refers to rows ...

Diwali: Festival of Lights | City of Carmel

Diwali: Festival of Lights ... Join us for an unforgettable Diwali celebration as we bring the Festival of Lights to life in Carmel! Experience the joy and ...

Dallas, TX - Diwali & Annakut Celebration 2024 - YouTube

Experience the festivities, lights, and joy of Diwali and Annakut Celebration at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Dallas, TX.

What is Diwali, and how is it celebrated in India and the diaspora?

In southern India, Diwali celebrates the victory of Lord Krishna's destruction of the demon Naraka who is said to have imprisoned women and ...