Bright nights are ahead! Diwali, also known as the "Festival of Lights," is recognized as India's biggest holiday and takes place over the course of five days. The festival occurs annually each ...

The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. It is celebrated by Hindu people across the world. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated ...

Nov. 12, over one billion individuals will be celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, according to AP news. Although the origin stories of Diwali vary across religions, the overarching theme is ...

Save guides, add subjects and pick up where you left off with your BBC account. Diwali is the Hindu Festival of Lights, which takes place between October and November. It is a time for families to ...