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

Millions of Indians are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, one of Hinduism's most significant and widely observed ...

Around 20 million people in India’s capital woke up on Wednesday breathing the most polluted air of any major city in the world, a day after celebrations for the Diwali festival, during which revelers ...

Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, kicked off on Saturday but is celebrated Monday, Oct. 20, this year. Here are some of ...

In Bartlett, Illinois, thousands celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, one of the world's most significant and colorful ...

Diwali, the traditional Hindu Festival of Lights, is a vibrant celebration marking the triumph of light over darkness, ...

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

Diwali is now an official holiday in three states: California, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into ...

India’s Dharamshala International Film Festival will return to the Himalayan foothills for its 14th edition, opening with ...

LOS ANGELES, CA – The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) has named award-winning producer and studio executive Anjay ...

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