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More than a billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists around the world are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, on October 20, 2025. Diwali, also called Deepavali, is one of the biggest ...

As the festival of lights draws near, Hindu communities across the globe prepare to mark Diwali 2025 with fervour and devotion. In nations such as the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, the ...

Around one billion people worldwide and across the U.S. will celebrate Diwali this week. Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely celebrated ...

Many people in the South Asian diaspora are anticipating the widespread tradition. Over a billion people of various different faiths like Hinduism and Buddhism celebrate Diwali, CNN reporting said.

Bring out the sparkle and light up those lamps; it's time for Diwali celebrations. Millions of Hindus and South Asians across the globe will celebrate the annual Festival of Lights on Monday, Oct. 20, ...

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. Homes, businesses ...