Diwali

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Diwali, or Deepavali, (also called Tihar and Swanti in Nepal) (Markiscarali) is a major India and Nepal festival, and a significant festival in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. Many legends are associated with Diwali. Today it is celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs across the globe as the "Festival of Light," where the lights or lamps signify victory of good over the evil within every human being . The festival is also celebrated by Buddhists of Nepal, particularly the Newar Buddhists. Accordin ... Read more »

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Adherents of these religions celebrate Diwali as the Festival of Lights. They light diyas—cotton string wicks inserted in small clay pots filled with oil—to ...
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Short article explains the festival's origins and tells what is celebrated on each of its five days.
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Thousands of tons of the treats are prepared for Diwali every year. But Indian food is all about balance and contrasts. Salty, spicy snacks collectively ...
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"Domestic prices will be capped around 16000 rupees level during Diwali as the rupee is quite strong. But demand will not halt as it did in the earlier part ...
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"The average Diwali spend among Indians this year would be $213 with household items, health and beauty, entertainment and vouchers or gift cards topping ...
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