India kicks off the Diwali extravaganza with oil lamps, fairy lights, rangoli designs, delectable sweets, and prayers to Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity. The Indian sky glitters with sparkling fireworks.
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Singapore’s Little India is a dazzling sight to witness during Diwali, with bright lights, kolam art and dioramas, lively cultural events, community gatherings, and a whole lot of enthusiasm.
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In Canada, Diwali is a colourful, multicultural celebration. The Indian diaspora particularly marks the occasion by decking up homes with lights and floral garlands. Music, dancing, and sharing mouth-watering Indian feasts also contribute to the celebration.
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Diwali is observed as Lam Kriyongh in Thailand. Similar to India, it is extravagantly celebrated with a fusion of Thai and Indian customs. As part of a custom, the people light incense and banana leaf lamps and let them float in rivers.
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The first British robot, Eric, was exhibited in 1928 at the Model Engineers Society in London. Eric could sit, stand, and delivered a speech via radio signal.
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Nepal celebrates Diwali as Tihar, a 5-day festival honouring Gods, animals, birds, and siblings. Grand Tihar Festival in Kathmandu adds extra sparkle to the celebration.
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On Hari Dipavali, the Indian community in Malaysia celebrates by performing a ritual oil bath, prayers, shopping for new clothes, and sharing delectable sweets. This festival also features a lot of Indian food.
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This might come as a surprise, but yes, Diwali is celebrated in Sri Lanka as well! Prayers are offered to Goddess Lakshmi. Exchanging gifts and sweets, lighting small oil lamps offer a sensory experience.
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The Indian community celebrate with pomp and fervour by hosting a lively Trafalgar Square Diwali celebration with cultural performances, food stalls, and a grand parade.
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Fiji lights up with Diwali, celebrated by the Indo-Fijian community. It all comes down to having fun with cultural shows, sharing and indulging in delectable desserts, and spending time with loved ones.
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Diwali is a lavish festival celebrated with rangoli and garlands adorning the homes, bringing the island to life with lights. Sweets, particularly the Diwali cakes from Mauritius, are a speciality of this celebration.
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Diwali is a celebration of light, love, and traditions. The world comes together in the spirit of light and joy. Diwali is more than just India's celebration; it's a global spectacle.