Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights,celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

Diwali is derived from the word “Deepavali,” which means “a row of lights.” Celebrants light rows of lamps outside their ...

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India — and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated across faiths by ...

California becomes the third state to officially recognize Diwali as a statewide holiday, as Bakersfield’s Hindu and Sikh ...

Beyond Loudoun County, official recognition of Diwali is gaining momentum across the United States. This year, California ...

California has declared Diwali a state holiday; here are few ways to celebrate the festival of lights, including some ...

The dramatic Ravan Dahan, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, seamlessly transitioned into a breathtaking fireworks ...

A growing number of districts with large Asian American student populations have added Diwali as a day off on their school ...

A big party was held in Elk Grove on Monday night, with the community's annual Diwali celebration taking place.

A big party was held in Elk Grove on Monday night, with the community's annual Diwali celebration taking place.

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 ...