Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday lit the 'Swahid Pranam Jyoti' at the Swahid Smarak Kshetra constructed by the Government of Assam at Pachim Boragaon in Guwahati, on the eve of Swahid Divas.
Banana stems, banana leaves, coconuts, lemons, and palm leaves used for making kozhukattai, and Karthigai earthen lamps were brought in from various parts of the region to meet the heightened demand ahead of the festival.
The three-day ritual, observed annually during the holy month of Margasira, began on Wednesday as the lunar calendar entered Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi. The festival holds deep religious significance, signifying ancestral remembrance and divine offering, with Lord Jagannath and his siblin
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that people have made "abundant" purchases this Diwali thanks to GST relaxation and there has been thrust on buying 'swadeshi' products.
The Border Security Force celebrated Diwali along the India-Pakistan border by bursting crackers, lighting candles and earthen lamps in Jaisalmer on Monday.
The soldiers of the Indian Army celebrated Diwali by bursting firecrackers and lighting earthen lamps in the Akhnoor sector along the Line of Control (LoC) on Sunday.
Each year, they produce thousands of earthen lamps (diyas), with production and demand rising significantly due to the growing popularity of these lamps during festive seasons like Diwali.
As per the release, 11,000 diyas were lit with Vedic chants and rituals at the event. The event symbolised the state's cultural heritage and unity, showcasing Chhattisgarh's rich cultural traditions. The radiance of the diyas (earthen lamps) infused new energy and enthusiasm that will elevat
Starmer shared a photo of himself holding a plate of diyas (earthen lamps), with his residence at 10 Downing Street beautifully adorned with marigold flowers and 'rangoli.'