This week is Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and the biggest public holiday in India. It’s a sensory overload of sweets, fireworks, oil lamps and flower garlands. Diwali typically falls in October or November and lasts for several days. For millions of families across India and the Indian diaspora, it’s a time for feasting, self-reflection, and prayers for good fortune. Read more: https://nyti.ms/4qgCAH7 | The New York Times
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This week is Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and the biggest public holiday in India. It’s a sensory overload of sweets, fireworks, oil lamps and flower garlands. Diwali typically falls in October or November and lasts for several days. For millions of families across India and the Indian diaspora, it’s a time for feasting, self-reflection, and prayers for good fortune. Read more: https://nyti.ms/4qgCAH7 | The New York Times
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