Light up those lamps and bring out the sparkle, it's time for Diwali. On Thursday, millions of Hindus and South Asians across the world will celebrate the Festival of Lights with parties, dinners ...

Delhi cracks down on Diwali firecrackers: 79 cases filed, 19,000 kg seized Delhi ramps up firecracker ban enforcement for a cleaner Diwali, deploying 300 police teams, seizing 19,000 kg of ...

This year, Diwali coincides with Halloween, as it falls on Oct. 31, but the celebration lasts several days. According to National Geographic, Diwali is the biggest and most important holiday in India.

What to Know. More than one billion people throughout South Asia and the diaspora will celebrate Diwali this week. This year, the primary holiday will take place on Thursday, Oct. 31.

The writer Raj Tawney shares how celebrating Diwali eventually taught him to feel more rooted in his Indian culture — and in himself. By Raj Tawney This article is also a weekly newsletter. Sign ...

Diwali Dhamaka at 29 Novi in Novi on Friday, Nov. 15, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Attendees must be 21 years old or above and $15 tickets are for sale online.

Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most popular holidays in India, and for Hindus in particular. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. A celebration of good over evil, it is ...