As the weather turns cooler, a familiar warmth spreads through many communities around the world. It’s the season for Diwali and the bustle as the planning for the festivities gets under way is ...

Diwali is also a time for prayer and reflection, so if you're religious, we hope you find time during this 5-day festival to contemplate the past and pray for joy in the coming year. For everyone else ...

Update: This story was updated for 2022. Diwali is the most celebrated day by Hindus the world over. Lighting of earthen oil lamps are one of the integral traditions of Diwali celebrations. It guides ...

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a luminous celebration that holds a special place in the hearts of millions. This year, it takes place on Sunday, Nov. 12. As the world transitions into the chilly ...

"May Lakshmi" — the Hindu goddess of prosperity — "bless you with good fortune." "May Diwali’s light brighten your day." Members of the Indian community will exchange these greetings, most likely in ...

Early fall usually sees homes decked out with cobwebs, jack-o-lanterns, and creepy ghouls ahead of Halloween. But for Hindu communities that celebrate Diwali, it’s the season to light lamps and ...

NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, is this weekend, on Sunday. But the celebration has already begun. There are various stories on the ...

In her debut cookbook, “Mumbai Modern: Vegetarian Recipes Inspired by Indian Roots and California Cuisine” (Countryman Press, $35), Fremont Jam Lab blogger Amisha Dodhia Gurbani remembers with ...

Diwali is the perfect time to indulge in rich, aromatic, and festive treats. From traditional sweets to savory delights, here’s a roundup of recipes that will light up your celebrations. 1. Pistachio ...

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 ...