Diwali or, more appropriately, Deepawali (from Sanskrit, literally meaning a row of lighted “diyas” – clay lamps) is also popularly referred to as the “Festival of Lights”. It is an important and popular Hindu festival and, thanks to the ever-increasing Indian diaspora, is now celebrated internationally with a lot of pomp and show (and noise, …
Celebrating togetherness
The festive season is around the corner. And no, it has nothing to do with Presidential elections south of the border! I was thinking of Halloween, Diwali, Christmas and a host of other celebrations that we look forward to, all year. It is an agonising time for someone like me who has a sweet tooth, …
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