Thick smog blanketed India’s capital Tuesday, a day after millions celebrated the Hindu festival of Diwali with fireworks that sent air pollution levels soaring to hazardous levels.

Diwali, derived from the word “Deepavali,” meaning “a row of lights,” is typically celebrated by socializing and exchanging gifts. The dates of the festival are based on the Hindu lunar calendar, typically falling in late October or early November. Shoppers crowded markets to buy flowers, lanterns and candles.

India's top court banned traditional firecrackers in Delhi amid air quality concerns ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which is scheduled to begin on Monday.

India celebrates together, yet it doesn't. Countries across the world pause for week-long holidays, but India's fragmented festival calendar does not allow a national breather. Diwali might be the one festival that could be our chance to pause,

A Lithuanian woman shared a heartwarming video on Diwali 2025 of her first time lighting fireworks in India during Diwali 2024, which has gone viral. The clip captures her hesitant start turning into joy,

Overview: The Indian stock market remains shut on October 22 for Diwali Balipratipada and reopens on Thursday, October 23. Samvat 2082 starts on an optimistic n

U.S President Donald Trump hosted a grand Diwali celebration at the White House, lighting traditional lamps and praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'a great person.' Trump said he spoke with Modi about trade relations and regional stability,

President Donald Trump joins Diwali celebrations at the White House, praising PM Modi as a great friend and discussing trade and peace. Prominent officials attend the event, emphasizing the growing bond between US and India.

Gold prices in India dropped Rs 3,380 per 10g as global profit-booking hit bullion after record highs. Silver too fell, extending its losing streak.

Celebrating Diwali in Denver, Udemy co-founder Gagan Biyani said that the US now embraces Indian culture more openly than before.