Diwali traditionally commemorates the return ... by a diverse range of people with their own faith traditions and cultural backgrounds, people celebrate the holiday in their own individual ways.

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India - and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated across faiths by more than a billion people in the world’s most populous nation and ...

Diwali, which was held last year on Oct. 24 and this year will occur on Oct. 20, is celebrated by over a billion people ...

Neeta Bhasin, who spearheaded the iconic Diwali at Times Square event, moved to New York from Haridwar with her parents in 1977. While she started her career with a data entry job with $85 weekly ...

Diwali, also known ... thousands of people from diverse backgrounds. It was organised in collaboration with the Mayor of London and various community and cultural organizations.

It was a strong reminder that her cultural heritage would remain bright, just like the lights of Diwali. Spiritual wisdom ... anyone—regardless of background—can achieve great things.

Diwali, where we can spread light and celebrate the richness of our shared mission in promoting cultural diversity and inclusion.” Diwali is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the finding ...

It sounds preposterous to think that CUNY had not honored certain holidays and observances in the past, but recently this has changed with the passing of four major holidays: Diwali, Eid-al Adha, ...