Diwali

2024 - 10 - 31

Light Up Your Diwali with City Goals and a Dash of Culture!

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Join the Diwali celebrations with Manchester City and discover South Asian traditions - all while winning a signed shirt!

As the Festival of Lights approaches, there's an electrifying chance to embrace this beautiful celebration with Manchester City! Fans can win a special team-signed home shirt featuring exclusive Diwali 24 printing. This unique prize is not only a token of love for football but also a nod to the vibrant cultures that breathe life into the community. So gather your mates, try your luck, and shine bright like the Diwali lamps!

On a similar note, the town of Romford pulled out all the stops on Sunday, 27th October, to celebrate Diwali in style! Under a brilliant sky, Romford Market Place turned into a kaleidoscope of lights, laughter, and community spirit, all courtesy of Romford BID and Havering. Food stalls tantalised taste buds with South Asian delicacies, artists entertained with traditional dances, and families came together to embrace the spirit of unity that Diwali represents. It was a day of joy, connection, and cultural celebration that left everyone buzzing with excitement.

In a delightful twist, 7 prominent South Asian tastemakers shared their cherished Diwali traditions! From sumptuous vegetarian meals to intricate rangoli designs, their insights provide a glimpse into the heart of Diwali celebrations. One tastemaker reminisced about her Gujarati roots, emphasizing how her family always gathered around the dinner table to enjoy a delicious vegetarian feast together, showcasing the deep connection between food and family during this festive time.

Diwali is more than just a festival; it's a reminder of the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil. Did you know that the festival marks the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, as well as the start of the new year for many Hindu communities? Just like Manchester City is lighting up our lives with their thrilling football, Diwali lights up homes with diyas and joy. Join the festivities and let your spirit shine this Diwali!

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Win a team-signed City home shirt with exclusive Diwali 24 printing (Manchester City FC)

Celebrate Diwali with Manchester City and stand a chance to win an incredible prize—a team-signed Manchester City home shirt, specially printed for the ...

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Romford celebrates Diwali the Festival of Lights! (The Havering Daily)

On Sunday 27 October, with the most beautiful weather, Romford celebrated Diwali in Romford Market Place. The event was put on by Romford BID and Havering ...

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7 South Asian tastemakers share their favourite Diwali traditions (Condé Nast Traveller)

Image may contain Clothing Footwear Shoe Child Person Diwali Festival and Glove · “Having grown up in a Gujarati family, I usually stick to a vegetarian meal to ...

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West Ham United celebrates Diwali with Hindu, Sikh and Jain ... (West Ham United F.C.)

Thousands of West Ham United-supporting Hindus, Sikhs and Jains are celebrating Diwali this Thursday 31 October and Friday 1 November.

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Happy Diwali 2024 (De Montfort University)

At DMU, we celebrate the rich diversity within our community and would like to wish all our staff and students a very happy Diwali. Taking place on Thursday ...

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Diwali 2024: Leicester marks festival of light (BBC News)

Diwali celebrations get under way in Leicester · Published · Families and friends across Leicestershire and beyond are celebrating Diwali, the Hindu festival of ...

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Leicester transformed for Diwali Day celebrations (Leicestershire Live)

Leicester's Belgrave Road is alive with a kaleidoscope of colour and sound this evening (Thursday, October 30) as one of Britain's biggest Diwali festivals ...

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Scene is set for Leicester Diwali Day celebrations (In Your Area)

The Diwali lights and decorations are up on Leicester's Belgrave Road, the wheel of light is turning, and the scene is set for the city's annual Diwali Day ...

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When is Diwali? What to know about the holiday celebrated by many ... (The Providence Journal)

The annual holiday is celebrated every year, usually in late October or early November. Diwali is celebrated in several Indian and South Asian religions, ...

The Occasion of Diwali - United States Department of State (Department of State)

I wish a happy Diwali to the more than one billion Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, among others, who are celebrating the festival of lights.

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Millions of Indians celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights (Aljazeera.com)

Many people light oil lamps and candles, and fireworks are set off as part of the celebrations.

Celebrate Diwali at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery | Stoke-on ... (Stoke.gov.uk)

Families are being invited to a special event to celebrate Diwali this weekend. Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Light, is one of the largest religious ...

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Your Questions About Diwali, the Festival of Lights, Answered (TIME)

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India — and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated across faiths by more than a billion people in ...

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What is Diwali and why is it celebrated? What to know about the ... (Detroit Free Press)

Diwali, or Deepavali, commemorates the victory of good over evil. Here's a look at the traditions and where you can celebrate in Michigan.

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Diwali: How is the festival of lights celebrated and what is its ... (EastLondonLines)

Diwali, also known as the 'Festival of Lights', is one of the most popular and significant festivals celebrated in India. The festival celebrates the win of ...

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What's Behind Diwali's Rising Popularity (Katie Couric Media)

How Diwali is growing in popularity in the US thanks to pop culture, commercial, and celebrity recognition.

Statement from Premier Pillai on Diwali | Government of Yukon (Government of Yukon)

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “I extend my warmest wishes to everyone celebrating Diwali. This Hindu, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist ...

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'Diwali is more than fireworks, it's about gratefulness' (BBC News)

Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists from London tell the BBC what Diwali means to them.

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London mayor criticised over Diwali event run with Hindu nationalist ... (Middle East Eye)

Celebrations were co-organised with the UK arm of India's Vishwa Hindu Parishad, a group the UK government said was linked to anti-Muslim violence.

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Happy Diwali 2024: November 1 Lakshmi Puja timings and 60+ best ... (Business Today)

As Amavasya extends beyond sunrise on November 1, 2024, and ends at 6:16 PM, many believe that November 1 is a more spiritually significant day for Diwali.

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Happy Diwali - Student News (My Manchester News)

The Krishna Consciousness Society (KCSoc) wishes everyone a very happy and blissful Diwali. As per eastern wisdom and philosophy, each and every individual ...

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Middlesbrough Centre Square to be riot of colour for Diwali ... (Teesside Live)

The free event, which runs on Saturday, November 2, from noon until 6pm, promises live music, dance performances, tantalising street food, children's activities ...

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Diwali lights up India, beyond: Festival of joy, tradition (Daily Sabah)

Diwali unites millions around the world in a five-day festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of good over evil through joyous gatherings, prayers and.

Friends of India Invites You to Celebrate Diwali 2024 (University of Arkansas Newswire)

Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and joy over sorrow. Join us for a night of lights, joy and togetherness as we ...

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Four things to see: Diwali | Apollo Magazine (Apollo Magazine)

As Diwali continues in full swing, it's the perfect time to explore four objects that capture several elements of the festival and its mythology.

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