Diwali is a significant festival in Hinduism, Jainism and Sikhism. In a multicultural and diverse country like India, everyone has their own way of celebrating this festival. Even though their belief ...

Diwali is one of the most important festivals in South Asia, and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated by more than a billion people of various faiths worldwide. Over five days, people take ...

Diwali is the Indian festival of lights ... Remove from the heat and cool for 25-30 mins, using your spatula to turn and fold ...

Sweets are a treasured part of many holidays – and Diwali is no different. Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the biggest festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists ...

Two children show how their family prepares for Diwali in their home and in their community. They explain what the festival means and share Hindu traditions. There is a reference to Rama and Sita.

Diwali, the festival of lights ... augmented by masala ginger chai and chaas (a cool yogurt beverage). Reserve ahead of time ...

As a child-free South Asian woman, writer Sangeeta Pillai found she didn’t fit in with traditional Diwali celebrations. So, she decided to create her very own feminist festival. The heat of just ...

Diwali is celebrated as the festival heralding the victory of good over evil. Diwali is one notable festival that connects Indian together. In fact, along with the Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and ...

Other holidays include November 2 for Bali Pratipada and November 7-8 for Chhath, celebrated in Bihar and Jharkhand, coinciding with Meghalaya's Wangala Festival. Diwali, one of the most ...

Watch how Jessica and her family prepare for the festival of Diwali. Learn about the story of Rama as he searches for Sita with help from Hanuman the monkey. Paint a colourful firework picture ...