The cooking of langar, a communal meal that promotes harmony and unity, is one of the celebration's most important parts.

The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. It is celebrated by Hindu people across the world. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated ...

Just after Diwali, in the Kartik month ... Celebrated with devotion, music, communal prayers, and selfless food sharing ...

Diwali for the Jain faith is celebrated for ... Other festive activities include lighting candles, eating the langar or feast, and receiving a parsaad (sweet dish). The festival is especially ...