So what is the deeper significance of lighting a diya (clay lamp) during Diwali? Kumud Merani tells us more. Disclaimer: Every religion and country as well as state in India might have different ...

Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small oil lamps called 'diyas'. Diwali is also celebrated in Sikhism and Jainism. Diwali ...

Shirdi, Maharashtra, Nov 14: Devotees of Sai Baba on Diwali night lighted one lakh eight thousand diyas (lamps) within 30 seconds. "This was our way of expressing devotion for Baba's 'Nau ...

The best part about celebrating Diwali for Reem Shaikh is decorating her house with diyas, lanterns and flowers. She says, “Diwali has always been special for us. My dadi, mom and I celebrate it ...