light diyas and set off fireworks. Initially a religious event, Diwali has evolved over the years into a festive occasion, much like Christmas and Hannukah, with people of all communities and ...

Edison’s annual Diwali celebration will not feature its usual fireworks display this year — and the mayor is asking residents to refrain from firing off their own — as drought conditions ...

Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu ... There are also celebrations with fireworks. “It's a festival of giving thanks and one that celebrates the presence of light in Hindus ...

The town stands as a grim reminder of the government’s crackdown on pollution and what it deems dangerous fireworks. The reminder is especially pointed during the Hindu holiday of Diwali ...

The date of Diwali varies each year according to the lunar calendar There's a lot more to Diwali than just launching fireworks, eating Indian sweets and lighting divas. Four religions celebrate ...

For Diwali celebrations in Harris County, an extra flare is being added to the festivities this year. In September, the Harris County Commissioners Court approved fireworks sales for Diwali -- the ...

NEW DELHI, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Fireworks set off during celebrations for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, could further worsen air quality in the Indian capital this week, officials said on ...

Two days before the first day of Diwali through the third day of Diwali each year. As for the use of those fireworks, that is permitted through: May 4 until May 6. June 24 until July 6.

Here's a look at some local events to mark Diwali: Sri Lakshmi Puja, dinner and fireworks at Sri Balaji Temple of Great Lakes in West Bloomfield from 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Diwali Laxmi Pooja at the ...