Dipavali (IAST: Dīpāvalī), [a] commonly known as Diwali (/ dɪˈwɑːliː /), [4] is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism.

Oct 19, 2025 · Diwali or Deepavali celebrates the "victory of good over evil during the course of five days," according to the Hindu American Foundation. Bring out the sparkle and light up …

Dec 13, 2025 · Learn about the meaning of the name Diwali and the significance of the festival in associated religious traditions. During the festival, diya s are lit and placed in rows along the …

Oct 30, 2024 · Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely celebrated holidays. It overlaps with other harvest rituals and festivals.

Nov 25, 2025 · Diwali (also called Divali or Deepavali) is a festival of lights that celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and the blessings of victory, …

Oct 20, 2025 · 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. …

Oct 7, 2025 · Much like Christmas, Diwali, the festival of lights is celebrated as both a religious and secular holiday. At its core, the autumn observance serves as a beacon of hope, …

Deepawali or Diwali is a festival of lights symbolizing the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritual darkness. The word “Deepawali” refers to rows of diyas, or clay lamps. This is one of …

Apr 2, 2025 · Deepavali is the most celebrated festival in India. Diwali festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm worldwide, including in countries like Nepal, Sri Lanka, Fiji, America, …

Diwali, which is also known as Deepavali, is also known as the festival of lights. The festival spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil …