UNESCO has inscribed Deepavali on its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list, giving global recognition to the ...

UNESCO names Deepavali to its 'Intangible Cultural Heritage' list, marking global recognition for India’s iconic festival of ...

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, has officially been recognized as a cultural treasure by UNESCO, a significant milestone for this vibrant festival. This article wil ...

In the year gone by, the Ministry of Culture kicked off year-long celebrations to mark 150 years of the national song, ''Vande Mataram'', in November, celebrated the 300th birth anniversary of ...

Her left hand inked with mahogany-colored spirals, petals and leaves, Shweta Sood squeezed homemade henna from a piping bag. Because the blend contained only natural ingredients — sugar, henna powder, ...

Sharing the excitement of the country-men in recognising Deepavali as Intangible Heritage of the World by the UNESCO, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the event marked the recognition of the ...

PETALING JAYA: Most Malaysians know the familiar flow of Deepavali. Prayers the night before, oil baths at dawn, temple visits in the morning and opening the home to guests soon after. Here it is ...

Some homes in Florida are about to light up, and not with Halloween or Christmas lights. Diwali, or the five-day Festival of Lights, will be celebrated Monday, Oct. 20. Millions of Hindus and South ...

Diwali, the five-day Hindu "Festival of Lights," will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. The festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. Celebrations include ...