Diwali Begins on October 17

Diwali begins on October 17, and people around the world are starting to prepare. Diwali (also called Deepavali) is the Festival of Lights in Hinduism, as well as in Buddhism, Sikhism, and Jainism. Diwali is...

Diwali 'Festival of Lights' Celebrations on October 28th

One of India's major holidays, the 'Festival of Lights' known as Diwali (or Deepavali) is being celebrated on October 28, 2008. The festival is an important symbolic 'renewal of life' that is celebrated by...