Pennsylvania has now officially declared Diwali a recognised state holiday following the signing of bipartisan legislation by Governor Josh Shapiro. The law, effective immediately, designates ...

Diwali is celebrated as the festival of lights, during which homes are decorated with candles. Diwali projects the rich and glorious past and teaches its observers to uphold the true values of life.

Ten lawmakers are cosponsoring a proposed law that would recognize Diwali, a religious festival for Hindus in the state, among a variety of other holidays. SB 1519, An Act Designating Various Days, ...

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr Fred Matiang'i. [File, Standard] The Interior ministry says ...

Diwali also marks the release of Guru Hargobind from prison in 1619 which is why the Golden Temple's golden luminescence is magnified with diyas and lamps on this day ...

Diwali 2024: Public holiday in India In 2024, Diwali, also known as Deepavali, will be celebrated as a public holiday across India. This festival is one of the most important in the country and ...

Also known as 'The Festival of Lights', Diwali is one of the most significant festivals in India and is marked as a public holiday. Beginning in 2023, New York City will observe Diwali as a public ...

[PCS] President William Ruto has suggested that Diwali could soon be gazetted as a public holiday. Speaking during the Diwali celebrations held at State House, Nairobi, Ruto revealed he has ...