Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Diwali is a major holiday celebrated by many South Asian religious communities. Also called the festival of lights, its observance ...

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India — and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated across faiths by more than a billion people in the world’s most populous nation and the ...

Diwali is one of the most celebrated holidays among Indian, Hindu, Jain, Bhuddist and Sikh communities, with festivities set to begin in Nassau County and across the world later this month. But what ...

This month marks one of Hinduism’s most celebrated festivals. Diwali, the annual festival of lights, begins on Oct. 20. Celebrations last five days, and include activities such as gift-giving, ...

The festival brings with it a number of unique traditions, which also vary by the region. What all celebrations have in common are the lights, fireworks, feasting, new clothes and praying. —In ...

Diwali is now an official holiday in three states: California, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law a bill earlier in October that authorizes public schools and community ...

The biggest public holiday in India, Diwali features prayers for prosperity and good fortune — and lots of sweets. By Mike Ives India is shimmering. This week is Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Dholrhythms Dance Company prepares for their performance in downtown San Francisco's Financial District at at Battery and Clay ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Pooja Shah is a journalist who covers fashion, beauty and wellness. AYODHYA, INDIA - NOVEMBER 11: People light earthen lamps on ...

California is adding a new holiday to its calendar. On Monday, Oct. 6, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 268 into law, making California the third state to designate Diwali — the Hindu festival ...

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