Happy Diwali From India's Top Radiology Magazine
Diwālī or Dīpāvali (also transliterated Deepavali; Sanskrit: row of lights) is the Hindu Festival of Lights. For Jains it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Jain year. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith.
Diwali is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals of India. It is celebrated for 5 consecutive days in Hindu month of Ashwayuja which usually correspond to the months of October or November. Hindus, Jains and Sikhs celebrate Diwali and use the occasion to celebrate life and strengthen relationships.
Typically, celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional divas (Lamps), although electric lights have become widespread. Fireworks may also be associated with the festival in some regions.
Diwali is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals of India. It is celebrated for 5 consecutive days in Hindu month of Ashwayuja which usually correspond to the months of October or November. Hindus, Jains and Sikhs celebrate Diwali and use the occasion to celebrate life and strengthen relationships.
Typically, celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional divas (Lamps), although electric lights have become widespread. Fireworks may also be associated with the festival in some regions.
Sumer's Radiology Site wishes all readers a very happy and sparkling Diwali...
Happy Diwali From India's Top Radiology Magazine
Reviewed by Sumer Sethi
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Tuesday, November 01, 2005
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First of all Happy Diwali to all readers. Thanks a lot for sharing great information on Diwali festival. I don't know about diwali festival before i read this post. Diwali is also known as deepavali or festival of lights. On this festival people exchange gifts and celebrate this festival. Now a days NRI people who can not reach india on this festival they also exchange diwali gifts with near and dear one. they send online diwali gifts to india and celebrate this festival.
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