Happy Diwali, the festival of light
11 November 2015
Millions of Hindus and Jains – followers of an ancient Indian religion that shares concepts with Hinduism and Buddhism – celebrate Diwali, the festival of light today, 11 Nov.
Marked annually by yellow flickers of light appearing in shop windows, public places and homes, Diwali - popularly known as the 'festival of lights' - is a five-day festival celebrating light, knowledge and good nature.
Sikhs too celebrate Diwali with Bandi Chhor Divas, marking the liberation of the Sixth Guru from prison.
The celebration's fireworks, attractive decorations and light displays also mean that it has become popular among non-observers of these religions.
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