Whether it’s in ancient civilizations or modern religions, light has been used as a ceremonial and religious symbol for centuries. In Hinduism, Diwali or Deepawali festival underscores just that.

A multicultural festival of lights is planned for this week, and those who wish to celebrate from home can find all they need on Amazon. Diwali five-day festival is celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 4, ...

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali is celebrated all over the world across various religions and cultures, especially in South Asia. Diwali is observed differently by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and ...

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness. On Long Island and around the world, the ...

For Evanston resident Bindu Reddy, celebrating Diwali is important because she wants her 7-year-old to know the culture of India. Typically, Reddy meets up with a group of Indian families to tell ...

Dharma, Harvard’s Hindu students’ association, hosted a prayer service and home-cooked dinner on Saturday evening in celebration of Diwali, the five-day festival of lights celebrated throughout South ...

Chhath Puja, dedicated to the Sun God and celebrated after Diwali, is a festival where devotees offer prayers to the setting ...

Known as the festival of lights, Diwali is celebrated all over the world across various religions and cultures, especially in South Asia. Diwali is observed differently by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and ...