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

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

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New Delhi is one of the world’s most polluted cities, and the celebrations for the festival of Diwali herald its worst months ...

India's top court banned traditional firecrackers in Delhi amid air quality concerns ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of ...

Diwali, or the festival of lights, begins today, Oct. 20, with communities across Michigan celebrating the five-day festival.

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

A move to use "green" firecrackers during Diwali appeared not to have made a difference for pollution in India's capital.

MORRISVILLE, NC — The Morrisville Police Department said illegal fireworks set off at Church Street Park following Diwali on ...

Diwali or Deepavali celebrates the "victory of good over evil during the course of five days," according to the Hindu American Foundation.

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