A five-day festival, Diwali is celebrated as the homecoming of Lord Rama with Sita and Laxmana after a long exile of 14 years. Translated literally from Sanskrit, Diwali means a row of lights; diyas were first lit by the people of Ayodhya to welcome their King, Rama, after defeating Ravana.....

Diwali is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals in India, also popular among Sikhs and Jains. The significance of Deepawali is the victory of good over evil, as derived from India mythologies and legends. People believe that they should illumine their hearts along with their homes during Diwali. On this auspicious day, people decorate their homes, offices and the neighborhoods with lights, candles and diyas of various types.....