Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights with its variations also celebrated in other Indian religions. It symbolizes the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance". wikipedia.org
October 29, 2024 - November 3, 2024
Deepawali
Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists (notably Newar Buddhists)
Diya lighting, puja (worship and prayer), havan (fire offering), vrat (fasting), dāna (charity), melā (fairs/shows), home cleansing and decoration, fireworks, gifts, and partaking in a feast and sweets