Festival of Lights

A common trend being observed in the city is that families are now less keen to shell out money to purchase fireworks and crackers.

Isn’t the spirit of Diwali all about brightening up lives? It is the festival of spreading kindness and happiness; of bringing joy in the lives of others; of spending time with loved ones; and of sharing.

In a heartwarming gesture, the United Nations postal agency has released a special stamp sheet to commemorate the festival and show solidarity towards India.

Eldest of four siblings, Pramod comes home every Diwali to lend his father a hand in the family business of making lamps.

For years, this bonus is given around Diwali and hence is popularly known as Diwali bonus.

Diwali, the season of festivities, of homecoming, thanksgiving, and, of course, of indulging in gifting. Five women talk about what's in their gift bags this Diwali