President Trump extends Diwali wishes to Americans, focusing on unity, celebration, and reflection, as more US states formally recognize the Festival of Lights.

Diwali, India 's most significant annual festival, holds particular importance for Hindus but is celebrated across faiths by over a billion people in the nation and its diaspora. Over five days, attendees enjoy festive gatherings, spectacular fireworks displays, elaborate feasts, and prayer.

India's top court banned traditional firecrackers in Delhi amid air quality concerns ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which is scheduled to begin on Monday.

As the country is celebrating the festival of lights, ABP brings you this space to keep you updated with the latest photos, videos and updates.

In India, Diwali celebrations have officially begun, filling streets and homes with a festive glow. People are busy decorating their houses with colorful rangolis, strings of lights, and traditional diyas,

World leaders, including Trump, Netanyahu, Carney and UAE envoy send festive greetings, celebrating India’s Diwali and the triumph of light over darkness.

Concluding his post, Shukla reflected, “This isn’t just Diwali on Earth, it’s Diwali of Earth. The festival of lights, written across an entire nation, glowing proudly on a cosmic stage.”

Governor Josh Shapiro signed a law establishing Diwali on the fifteenth day of Kartik in the Hindu lunisolar calendar, making Pennsylvania one of the states that acknowledged it much earlier. In 2023, the administration of New York declared Diwali to be a public school holiday, allowing for school holiday.

and that is why this Diwali is special to me.' His address highlighted the immense pride in the self-reliant warship, which he described as a testament to 21st-century India's hard work, talent, and commitment. The visit is also significant as it ...