(NewsNation) — This week, Hindus around the world are celebrating one of their most important holidays, Diwali. It’s an occasion that has become popular in recent years among Americans of all faiths.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Diwali is a Hindu festival of lights celebrated across South Asia. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul explains what's behind the annual ...

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 ...

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Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most popular holidays in India, and for Hindus in particular. A celebration of good over evil, it is observed across faiths over five days with gatherings ...

(RNS) — Monday (Oct. 20) marks Diwali, the “festival of lights” celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists across India, South Asia and the diaspora. Considered one of the most ...

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, ...