reciting prayers and singing songs to the Hindu god Vishnu, known as the sustainer of the universe, and the goddess Lakshmi, who is known as the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Diwali traces its ...

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A typical workplace Diwali celebration recently turned into a full-blown dance party, thanks to Shikha Sharma, whose ...

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

Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is a major holiday celebrated by many South Asian religious communities. The five-day festival's date is determined by the lunar calendar, typically ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation to make Diwali an officially observed state holiday. Diwali, also known ...