Diwali - Wikipedia
Dipavali (IAST: Dīpāvalī), [a] commonly known as Diwali (/ dɪˈwɑːliː /), [4] is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism.
Diwali | Indian Religious Holiday, Observances, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 19, 2025 · Diwali, also spelled Divali, is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term dipavali, meaning “row of …
What Is Diwali? Everything to Know About the Festival of Lights
Oct 7, 2025 · Diwali is known as the festival of lights for people of Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh descent. Here are traditions, celebrations and customs for the holiday.
Explaining the history of Diwali, India's festival of lights
Observed by more than a billion people across faiths, this five-day festival of lights brings prayer, feasts, fireworks and, for some, a new year. Students light earthen oil lamps on rangoli, a...
The Bright Side: India's festival of lights Diwali joins UNESCO ...
Dec 10, 2025 · UNESCO added India’s Diwali festival to its intangible heritage list on Wednesday, prompting celebrations across the country. Millions worldwide take part in the festival, which …
UNESCO honors India's Diwali as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Dec 10, 2025 · Diwali, one of Hinduism's most important festivals, became the 16th Indian tradition added to UNESCO's cultural heritage list. Italian cuisine was also recognized this year.
Hindu festival of lights Diwali joins UNESCO heritage list
Dec 10, 2025 · NEW DELHI: India's festival of lights, Diwali, was announced on Wednesday (Dec 10) as an addition to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list, sparking celebrations.The …
In Graphics | Diwali on Unesco’s heritage list: What else has …
Dec 10, 2025 · Diwali has officially been added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, marking India’s 16th global cultural recognition. With this, India now has 16 recognised …
A glowing recognition: How Diwali made it to UNESCO heritage list
Dec 10, 2025 · Diwali UNESCO heritage, Intangible heritage list 2025: Diwali is the 16th Indian element to be inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The list now features …
What is Diwali: Here's all you should know : NPR
Oct 30, 2024 · Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely celebrated holidays. It overlaps with other harvest rituals and festivals.