Dipavali (IAST: Dīpāvalī), [a] commonly known as Diwali (/ dɪˈwɑːliː /), [4] is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism.

Dec 13, 2025 · Diwali, also spelled Divali, is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term dipavali, meaning “row of …

Nov 25, 2025 · What Is Diwali? Diwali (also called Divali or Deepavali) is a festival of lights that celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and the blessings of …

Millions of Indians are celebrating the Hindu festival of Diwali, marking the victory of light over darkness.

Oct 20, 2025 · Diwali, also called Deepavali, is one of the biggest festivals in India. It’s also widely celebrated in Nepal, Malaysia, Fiji and other countries with large South Asian diasporas. …

Observed by more than a billion people across faiths, this five-day festival of lights brings prayer, feasts, fireworks and, for some, a new year. Students light earthen oil lamps on rangoli, a...

Oct 21, 2025 · Diwali is celebrated by Hindus and people of other faiths, including Jainism and Sikhism, and it generally symbolizes the triumph of good over evil — or light over darkness. …

Oct 7, 2025 · Diwali is known as the festival of lights for people of Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh descent. Here are traditions, celebrations and customs for the holiday.

Diwali is a jubilant proclamation of light's triumphant dance over darkness, of good's resounding victory over evil, and of knowledge's ultimate conquest over ignorance. The festival unfolds …

Oct 31, 2024 · Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of light over darkness, good over evil, and hope over despair. This comprehensive guide delves into Diwali’s origins, …