For over three decades, the villagers near Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary have consciously avoided bursting crackers, not just during Diwali, but also during weddings and temple festivals.
From a student who built a solar bulb on his terrace to engineers empowering tribal villages, meet seven remarkable Indians turning sunlight into safety, dignity, and opportunity for communities where the grid never reached.
From mawa gujia to Tirunelveli’s ukkarai, these traditional Diwali recipes once filled Indian homes with the aroma of ghee, cardamom, and celebration. Here’s a look at five festive favourites worth reviving — complete with easy recipes to try this season.
Festivals bring joy, but they can also create waste. This guide offers practical tips to reduce environmental impact while still enjoying the magic of any celebration. From travel to decor, learn how to celebrate more sustainably.
Celebrate Diwali in India’s lesser-known destinations. Experience the festival’s radiant glow through valleys, bustling bazaars, coastal shores, and historic cities.
Make Diwali more meaningful for your child with traditions that inspire gratitude, creativity, and care for the world around them. From handmade decorations to acts of kindness, celebrate the festival in a way they will cherish and remember.