What is true meaning of Diwali?

The time of Diwali is one of the most festive and beautiful times of the year. Diwali literally means a row of Lights. It is a time filled with light and love; a time when Indians all over the world rejoice. It is the darkest night of the darkest period, yet it is a celebration [...]

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Diwali Rangoli

During Diwali, Goddess Lakshmi is believed to visit homes that are well lit, so families decorate their homes. People wear their best clothes or buy new ones, children are given presents and new year greetings are exchanged through visits or Diwali cards. Thus, a Rangoli design is created on doorsteps to welcome everybody. Rangoli exudes [...]

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Diwali Fireworks

The Tradition of Fireworks
The Hindu festival of lights explodes into life with a riot of color and noise. A variety show and a fireworks display kicked off the Diwali celebrations. The festivals like Diwali remind us of the brilliant display of colorful fireworks which explode in the dark nights. The cities are famous for these. [...]

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A Glorious Tradition

No Indian festival is complete without festivals. The mother of all festivals, Diwali, has them inplenty. They are an integral part of this Festival of Light. The festival is celebrated over five days and each day has a special significance attached to it. As the festival is celebrated according to ‘tithis’, at times two festival [...]

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