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Diwali (also called Deepavali) is a major Hindu festival. Known as the "Festival of Lights," it symbolises the victory of good over evil, and lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope for mankind. Celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional diyas (as illustrated). Fireworks are associated with the festival in some regions of the country.
Deepavali is celebrated for five consecutive days in the Hindu month of Ashwayuja. It usually occurs in October/November, and is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals of India. Hindus, Jains and Sikh alike regard it as a celebration of life and use the occasion to strengthen family and social relationships. For Jains it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Jain year. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith.
Dates in various calendars
The date of Diwali is based on the Hindu calendar, which has solar sidereal years and lunar months. Although the festival is worshipped on exactly the same set of days across India, it falls in different months depending on the version of the Hindu calendar being used in the given region. More on [ Diwali ]
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@unok ＠isadelft pre-diwali meeting today at 18:10 in EWI 1st floor ...
pre-diwali meeting today at 18:10 in EWI 1st floor ...
isadelft (ISADelft) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:17:16 -0000
pre-diwali meeting today at 18:10 in EWI 1st floor ...
Excited to learn about the Diwali Festival celebrated by Hindus. Festivities are presented by Valassis associates of Indian descent.
brendaorourke (Brenda O'Rourke) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:12:11 -0000
Excited to learn about the Diwali Festival celebrated by Hindus. Festivities are presented by Valassis associates of Indian descent.
@1mrankhan thanks for tell this (RK)....&..... happpy diwali
Hayley957Wn4 (Madelyn Reyes) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:01:16 -0000
@1mrankhan thanks for tell this (RK)....&..... happpy diwali
http://www.newbury.gov.uk/DIWALI/POSTER.PDF Taking place here tonight at Newbury Racecourse
NewburyRaces (Newbury Racecourse) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:47:00 -0000
http://www.newbury.gov.uk/DIWALI/POSTER.PDF Taking place here tonight at Newbury Racecourse
'Their diwali' - http://www.flickr.com/photos/arabi/4042356361
pulkitparikh (Pulkit Parikh) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:36:11 -0000
'Their diwali' - http://www.flickr.com/photos/arabi/4042356361
Bawarchi: Saroj's Cookbook: Diwali Specials - Includes recipes for festive sweet dishes and facts about the celebration.
Diwali - The Festival of Lights - Small collection of traditional recipes.
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Diwali Recipes from Rumela.com - Collection of recipes for the Diwali festival.
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Efestivals: Diwali Recipes - A collection of vegeterian recipes including Pakoras, Thattai, and Barfi.
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Funmunch.com: Diwali Recipes - Features a small collection of recipes including Gujia, Kheer, and Mitha Khaja.
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Iloveindia.com: Recipes For Diwali - Features traditional recipes for Diwali including Jalebi, Shakkarpare, and Gajar Ka Halwa.
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Rediff On The Net Travel: A Travel Feature on Diwali Sweets - Explores how festival foods differ in the various states of India and provides recipes.
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