What is the Indian celebration of Diwali?

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is Monday. More than a billion people around the world are celebrating the five-day festival. Here’s where you can celebrate Diwali around the D.C. area.

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: Diwali sans sparkles for tariff-hit Indian exporters

As months pass without a trade deal with U.S., Indian exporters face the brunt of unsold inventories, importers bargaining for discount and idle capacities.
AFP on MSN

Indian capital chokes after Diwali firework frenzy

Toxic air in India's capital hit more than 56 times the UN health limit early Tuesday, after fireworks for the Hindu festival of Diwali worsened air pollution.That is more than 56 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily maximum.
The Financial Express

All Indian Americans at Trump’s White House Diwali bash – From Kash Patel, Vinay Kwatra to CEOs

Not only was FBI Director Kash Patel in attendance at Donald Trump's White House Diwali celebrations, but also a couple of Indian American CEOs. Find out who all were there.

Chhath Puja 2025: Indian Railways to run 1,500 special trains to clear festival rush – check routes

After Diwali, Indian Railways (IR) has planned to operate 1,500 special trains in addition to regular services over the next five days to manage the heavy passenger rush ahead of Chhath Puja.

Happy Diwali 2025 messages in English, Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati: Short and best msgs to share

Diwali 2025 is the season of light, love, and heartfelt words. Whether you're sending wishes in English, Hindi, Marathi, or Gujarati, these Happy Diwali messages (msgs) are perfect for WhatsApp, Instagram,

Irish man’s touching attempt to speak Hindi to thank Indian girlfriend's mom for Diwali gift

A heart-touching video showing an Irish man’s earnest efforts to thank his Indian girlfriend's mother has won people over.
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