Deshpande Layout was closely followed by Mahal and Dharampeth on Diwali day, but these areas were relatively quieter at night as per the MPCB report. The levels were recorded between 6am and 10pm ...

Diwali is derived from the word "Deepavali," which means "a row of lights." Celebrants light rows of traditional clay oil lamps outside their homes to symbolize the victory of light over darkness ...

Diwali, also called Deepavali, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists in India and around the world. People mark the holiday by decorating their homes, gathering with families and of ...

This year, Diwali is being celebrated on Sunday. In the days leading up to the festival people throng shops to buy festive garments, devotional items and gifts for family and friends.

Diwali Reminds Me of Who I Am (but It Took Awhile to Get There) The writer Raj Tawney shares how celebrating Diwali eventually taught him to feel more rooted in his Indian culture — and in himself.